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

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98 Salem St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

98 Salem St

98 Salem StLawrence, MA 01843
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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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Riverside Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Riverside Apartments

476-478 Riverside DrLawrence, MA 01841
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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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Mount Vernon, Lawrence, MA Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Washington MillStudiosStudio,1BA$1,891
Museum SquareThe Essex1BR,1BA$1,900
Andover Place Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom B1BR,1BA$2,040
Pac10 LoftsC1 – 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,100
Riverwalk LoftsOne Bedroom Loft Standard1BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
119 Andover St, Unit 2119 Andover St3BR,1BA$2.56
323 Middlesex St, Unit 2323 Middlesex St1BR,1BA$1.92
Riverwalk Apartments2x1 - B72BR,1BA$2.22
Riverwalk LoftsOne Bedroom Loft Standard1BR,1BA$2.20
Saunders CrossingThe Hancock Renovated2BR,1BA$2.41
215 Canal St2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.42
The Slate at Andover ApartmentsA101BR,1BA$2.80
Washington Mill1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.68
64 Plymouth St, Unit Apt. 3 - 3rd Floor Unit64 Plymouth St1BR,1BA$2.06
Museum SquareThe Essex1BR,1BA$2.47

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Mount Vernon, Lawrence, MA

Ranked #15

Among neighborhoods in Lawrence, MA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across Massachusetts and customized analysis for Boston, Massachusetts. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendliness, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

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

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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