Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lawrence, MA from $600 (18 Rentals)

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Arlington Point
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Arlington Point

590 BroadwayLawrence, MA 01841
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98 Salem St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

98 Salem St

98 Salem StLawrence, MA 01843
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Fabrica Lofts
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Fabrica Lofts

608 BroadwayLawrence, MA 01841
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Salem Village
2 Bedroom Apartments

Salem Village

71-75 Salem StLawrence, MA 01843
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Washington Mills
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Washington Mills

270 Canal StLawrence, MA 01840

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Wood Ridge Homes
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Wood Ridge Homes

10 Wood Ridge DrNorth Andover, MA 01845

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Lawrence, MA

Pricing Updated: 04/18/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Lawrence, MA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Lawrence Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Lawrence$2,950$1,40016
South West$3,558$1,52065
North Lawrence$4,500$1,520143

Cheapest Available Lawrence Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Lawrence, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at 141 Amesbury St in the Colonial Heights neighborhood priced from $1,550. Legacy Park Apartments in the Colonial Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lawrence apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
141 Amesbury StOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,550
Legacy Park Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,725
Riverside Apartments1 BD/1 BA1BR,1BA$1,745
21 Horne St1BR1BR,1BA$1,750
Washington PlaceRenovated 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lawrence, MA

As of April 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lawrence area is the $2.00 price per square foot 10 Beacon Hill Blvd Model at 10 Beacon Hill Blvd, Unit 10 Beacon Hill Blvd. in the in the Colonial Heights neighborhood starting from $2,595. The second greatest value Lawrence apartment is the B22 Model at TGM Andover Park starting at $2,949 with a $2.48 price per square foot in the Colonial Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lawrence apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
10 Beacon Hill Blvd, Unit 10 Beacon Hill Blvd.10 Beacon Hill Blvd3BR,1BA$2.00
TGM Andover ParkB222BR,2BA$2.48
40 Amici Way, Unit 1040 Amici Way1BR,1BA$1.90
77 Boxford St, Unit 77 Boxford St 3rd floor77 Boxford St3BR,1BA$2.00
Riverwalk LoftsOne Bedroom Loft Standard1BR,1BA$2.04
215 Canal St2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.42
Washington Mill1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.32
Museum SquareThe Essex1BR,1BA$2.47
Legacy Park Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.33
141 Amesbury StOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.21

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Lawrence Overview

The Merrimack River runs right through the center of Lawrence from east to west, providing several opportunities to take scenic photos, go fishing, or just enjoy the outdoors. This Essex County city also has good schools, historical and cultural sites to visit, and several shops and restaurants to explore. From roomy townhomes to mill lofts, several apartments in Lawrence are available for those who are interested in making the city their new home. With close proximity to Boston, the coast, and state parks and forests, Lawrence also provides an ideal living location.

Why live in Lawrence, MA?

Lawrence has a lot to offer residents, including convenient access to downtown Boston and outdoor recreational areas for camping, hiking, and more. The cityÆs refurbished mill lofts, built in former textile mills, provide exciting Lawrence apartment options to consider. With short commute times, a great location, several notable local places to visit, and fun community events and festivals, Lawrence could be the best option for your new home in the greater Boston area.

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Getting Around Lawrence, MA

Walk Score®

81 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

48 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

43 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lawrence Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Lawrence?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lawrence is under $1,999.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lawrence?

The cheapest apartment in Lawrence is 141 Amesbury St which is listed at $1,550, while the average apartment in Lawrence costs $3,669.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lawrence?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 8 regular apartments in Lawrence that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Lawrence?

Cheap apartments in Lawrence have an average cost of $405 which is $3,264 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lawrence.

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