Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Back Central Neighborhood of Lowell, MA from $1,400 (5 Rentals)
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Back Central, Lowell, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Back Central?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Back Central Studio Apartments | $1,775 | $1,775 | $1,775 |
Back Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,956 | $1,407 | $2,740 |
Back Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,338 | $1,670 | $3,372 |
Back Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,068 | $1,913 | $3,955 |
Back Central 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,475 | $3,000 | $3,950 |
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Cheapest Available Back Central Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Back Central area of Boston, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at River Place Towers priced from $1,407. Middlesex Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,650. Here are the most affordable Back Central apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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River Place Towers | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,407 |
Middlesex Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
The Lancelot | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Back Central, MA
As of April 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Back Central area is the $2.32 price per square foot 2 Bedroom "Residences at the Franco" Model at The Residences at The Franco in the in the Pawtuckettville neighborhood starting from $2,550. The second greatest value Back Central apartment is the 2 Bedroom Deluxe Model at Princeton Park Apartments starting at $2,225 with a $2.39 price per square foot in the Downtown Lowell neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Back Central apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Residences at The Franco | 2 Bedroom "Residences at the Franco" | 2BR,1BA | $2.32 |
Princeton Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom Deluxe | 2BR,1BA | $2.39 |
Middlesex Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
165 Thorndike Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.10 |
River Place Towers | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBack Central, Lowell, MA
Ranked #5
Among neighborhoods in Lowell, MA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Back Central Neighborhood in Lowell, MA
Walk Score®
91 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
47 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
61 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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 Back Central Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Back Central?
The cheapest apartment in Back Central is River Place Towers which is listed at $1,407, while the average apartment in Back Central costs $3,475.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Back Central?
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 6 regular apartments in Back Central that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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