
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Greater Merrimack Valley Neighborhood of Lowell, MA from $600 (177 Rentals)
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Hallmark Village and Northwood Common

169 Merrimack St

Middlesex Gardens

119 Sherman St

1 Carmine St
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19 Lunenburg St

40R Highland Ave

The Fitchburg Arts Community

151 Mechanic St

Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community

Palm Square Residences 55+ Community

16 Manning St

42 Salem St

49 Main St

Salem Heights

100.5 Washington St

Hamilton Park

Riverside Commons

Hampshire Heights

Churchill Court
Greater Merrimack Valley, Lowell, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Greater Merrimack Valley?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Greater Merrimack Valley Studio Apartments | $2,094 | $1,050 | $7,674 |
Greater Merrimack Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,563 | $925 | $10,000+ |
Greater Merrimack Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,045 | $850 | $10,000+ |
Greater Merrimack Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,433 | $1,550 | $10,000+ |
Greater Merrimack Valley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,417 | $1,110 | $5,700 |
Greater Merrimack Valley 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,916 | $3,000 | $4,500 |
Greater Merrimack Valley 6 Bedroom Apartments | $3,600 | $3,600 | $3,600 |
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There are currently 177 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Greater Merrimack Valley Neighborhood of Lowell, MA.
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Cheapest Available Greater Merrimack Valley Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Greater Merrimack Valley area of Lowell, MA is a 2 Beds unit found at Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community priced from $1,334. Riverside Commons has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,400. Here are the most affordable Greater Merrimack Valley apartments for rent in Lowell, MA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community | Affordable | 2BR,1BA | $1,334 |
Riverside Commons | 2 Bedroom Affordable | 2BR,1BA | $1,400 |
River Place Towers | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,407 |
Palm Square Residences 55+ Community | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
The Lofts at City Place | Commonwealth | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
The Varnum School Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
141 Amesbury St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
The Willows 55+ Community | Type D | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
371 Elm St | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,560 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Greater Merrimack Valley, MA
As of April 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Greater Merrimack Valley area is the $0.24 price per square foot 6 Lemon St Model at 6 Lemon St, Unit 2 in the in the North Salem neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Greater Merrimack Valley apartment is the 29 Proctor St Model at 29 Proctor St, Unit 3 starting at $2,600 with a $0.26 price per square foot in the North Salem neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Greater Merrimack Valley apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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6 Lemon St, Unit 2 | 6 Lemon St | 2BR,1BA | $0.24 |
29 Proctor St, Unit 3 | 29 Proctor St | 2BR,1BA | $0.26 |
29 Proctor St, Unit 2 | 29 Proctor St | 2BR,1BA | $0.26 |
29 Proctor St, Unit 2 | 29 Proctor St | 2BR,1BA | $0.26 |
67 Loring St, Unit 1 | 67 Loring St | 4BR,2BA | $1.07 |
150 Pleasant St | 150 Pleasant St | 5BR,2BA | $1.48 |
Pacific Mill Lofts | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.22 |
The Lofts at City Place | Commonwealth | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
Riverside Commons | 2 bedroom Market | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community | Affordable | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Greater Merrimack Valley Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Greater Merrimack Valley?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Greater Merrimack Valley is under $1,560.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Greater Merrimack Valley?
The cheapest apartment in Greater Merrimack Valley is River Place Towers which is listed at $1,407, while the average apartment in Greater Merrimack Valley costs $4,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Greater Merrimack Valley?
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 44 regular apartments in Greater Merrimack Valley 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 Greater Merrimack Valley?
Cheap apartments in Greater Merrimack Valley have an average cost of $111 which is $3,889 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Greater Merrimack Valley.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
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How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit
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