
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Chelmsford Neighborhood of Chelmsford, MA from $900 (19 Rentals)
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178 Main St

Middlesex Gardens

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South Chelmsford, Chelmsford, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Chelmsford?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Chelmsford Studio Apartments | $2,234 | $1,775 | $4,759 |
South Chelmsford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,345 | $900 | $5,160 |
South Chelmsford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,806 | $1,825 | $5,369 |
South Chelmsford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,947 | $2,300 | $3,800 |
South Chelmsford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,983 | $2,950 | $3,000 |
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There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Chelmsford Neighborhood of Chelmsford, MA.
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Cheapest Available South Chelmsford Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Chelmsford area of Chelmsford, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Middlesex Gardens priced from $1,650. Morris Garden Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,675. Here are the most affordable South Chelmsford apartments for rent in Chelmsford, MA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Middlesex Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
Morris Garden Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,675 |
Stevens Street Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
HADLEY PARK APARTMENTS | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,815 |
Coach House | The Oak | Studio,1BA | $1,825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Chelmsford, MA
As of April 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Chelmsford area is the $2.05 price per square foot 19 Crowley St Model at 19 Crowley St, Unit 1 in the in the Lower Belvidere neighborhood starting from $4,500. The second greatest value South Chelmsford apartment is the 148 Pleasant St Model at 148 Pleasant St, Unit 148 Pleasant st. Lowell M starting at $3,000 with a $1.76 price per square foot in the Back Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Chelmsford apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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19 Crowley St, Unit 1 | 19 Crowley St | 5BR,2BA | $2.05 |
148 Pleasant St, Unit 148 Pleasant st. Lowell M | 148 Pleasant St | 4BR,1BA | $1.76 |
1224 Lawrence St, Unit 2 | 1224 Lawrence St | 3BR,1BA | $1.75 |
CARLTON PLACE | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.25 |
Stevens Street Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.10 |
Morris Garden Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
Edgewood Gardens Embassy and Wilder Ridge | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.58 |
Middlesex Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
HADLEY PARK APARTMENTS | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.49 |
1213 Middlesex St, Unit Middlesex | 1213 Middlesex St | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
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Getting Around the South Chelmsford Neighborhood in Chelmsford, MA
Walk Score®
39 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
41 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Chelmsford Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Chelmsford?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Chelmsford is at Coach House listed at $1,825.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Chelmsford Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Chelmsford Apartment is $1,650 at Middlesex Gardens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Chelmsford Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Chelmsford is starting from $1,815 at HADLEY PARK APARTMENTS.
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