
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mount Vernon Neighborhood of Lawrence, MA from $1,000 (12 Rentals)
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Pacific Mill Lofts

92 Everett St
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Mount Vernon, Lawrence, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mount Vernon?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Mount Vernon Studio Apartments | $2,206 | $1,650 | $3,022 |
Mount Vernon 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,451 | $1,520 | $3,432 |
Mount Vernon 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,739 | $1,720 | $4,225 |
Mount Vernon 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,474 | $2,400 | $5,290 |
Mount Vernon 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,559 | $3,269 | $3,850 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Mount Vernon Neighborhood of Lawrence, MA.
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Cheapest Available Mount Vernon Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mount Vernon area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at Washington Mill priced from $1,891. Museum Square has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,900. Here are the most affordable Mount Vernon apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Washington Mill | Studios | Studio,1BA | $1,891 |
Museum Square | The Essex | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
Andover Place Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom B | 1BR,1BA | $2,040 |
Pac10 Lofts | C1 – 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
Riverwalk Lofts | One Bedroom Loft Standard | 1BR,1BA | $2,149 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mount Vernon, MA
As of May 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mount Vernon area is the $2.56 price per square foot 119 Andover St Model at 119 Andover St, Unit 2 in the in the Colonial Heights neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Mount Vernon apartment is the 323 Middlesex St Model at 323 Middlesex St, Unit 2 starting at $2,300 with a $1.92 price per square foot in the Colonial Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mount Vernon apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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119 Andover St, Unit 2 | 119 Andover St | 3BR,1BA | $2.56 |
323 Middlesex St, Unit 2 | 323 Middlesex St | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
Riverwalk Apartments | 2x1 - B7 | 2BR,1BA | $2.22 |
Riverwalk Lofts | One Bedroom Loft Standard | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
Saunders Crossing | The Hancock Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $2.41 |
215 Canal St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.42 |
The Slate at Andover Apartments | A10 | 1BR,1BA | $2.80 |
Washington Mill | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.68 |
64 Plymouth St, Unit Apt. 3 - 3rd Floor Unit | 64 Plymouth St | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
Museum Square | The Essex | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMount Vernon, Lawrence, MA
Ranked #15
Among neighborhoods in Lawrence, MA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Mount Vernon Neighborhood in Lawrence, MA
Walk Score®
49 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
26 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
27 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mount Vernon Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Mount Vernon?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Mount Vernon is under $2,285.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mount Vernon?
The cheapest apartment in Mount Vernon is Museum Square which is listed at $1,900, while the average apartment in Mount Vernon costs $3,559.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mount Vernon?
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 3 regular apartments in Mount Vernon 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 Mount Vernon?
Cheap apartments in Mount Vernon have an average cost of $345 which is $3,214 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mount Vernon.
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