Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Lawrence Neighborhood of Lawrence, MA from $1,400 (7 Rentals)

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Downtown Lawrence, Lawrence, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Lawrence Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Lawrence area of Lawrence, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Legacy Park Apartments priced from $1,725. Museum Square has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,900. Here are the most affordable Downtown Lawrence apartments for rent in Lawrence, MA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Legacy Park Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,725
Museum SquareThe Essex1BR,1BA$1,900
Andover Place Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom B1BR,1BA$2,045

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lawrence, MA

As of May 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Lawrence area is the $2.42 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at 215 Canal St in the in the Colonial Heights neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Downtown Lawrence apartment is the Two bedroom Model at Colonial Village starting at $2,295 with a $2.70 price per square foot in the Tower Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Lawrence apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
215 Canal St2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.42
Colonial VillageTwo bedroom2BR,1BA$2.70
Haven North AndoverTeal I1BR,1BA$3.47
Museum SquareThe Essex1BR,1BA$2.47
Legacy Park Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.33
Andover Place Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom B1BR,1BA$2.93

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Getting Around the Downtown Lawrence Neighborhood in Lawrence, MA

Walk Score®

94 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

48 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

51 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Lawrence Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Lawrence Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Lawrence Apartment is $1,725 at Legacy Park Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Lawrence Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Lawrence is starting from $2,200 at Legacy Park Apartments.

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