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160 Federal St

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Peabody?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Peabody Studio Apartments | $1,888 | $1,050 | $3,040 |
Cheap Peabody 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,805 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Peabody 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,260 | $1,500 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Peabody 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,581 | $2,400 | $5,060 |
Cheap Peabody 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,375 | $2,800 | $3,950 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Peabody, MA
Pricing Updated: 05/18/2025Current apartment rentals in the Peabody, MA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Peabody Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Downtown Peabody | $3,500 | $2,300 | 4 |
Cheapest Available Peabody Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Peabody, MA is a Studio unit found at THE ESSEX in the Central neighborhood priced from $1,595. Residences at Lafayette LLC- 176 Lafayette in the South Salem neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Peabody apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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THE ESSEX | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
Residences at Lafayette LLC- 176 Lafayette | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Maple Square Apartments | Studio, 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $2,025 |
River Drive Apartments | A1G | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
Princeton Crossing | One BR Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $2,190 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Peabody, MA
As of May 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Peabody area is the $0.16 price per square foot 0BR/1.0BA Model at THE ESSEX in the in the Central neighborhood starting from $1,595. The second greatest value Peabody apartment is the 6 Lemon St Model at 6 Lemon St, Unit 2 starting at $2,500 with a $0.25 price per square foot in the North Salem neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Peabody apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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THE ESSEX | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $0.16 |
6 Lemon St, Unit 2 | 6 Lemon St | 2BR,1BA | $0.25 |
85 Timson St, Unit #1 | 85 Timson St | 2BR,1BA | $0.24 |
150 Allen Ave, Unit 1 | 150 Allen Ave | 3BR,3BA | $1.87 |
35 Pacific St, Unit #2 | 35 Pacific St | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
132 North St, Unit #2 | 132 North St | 2BR,2BA | $1.86 |
23 Gardner St | 23 Gardner St | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
73 School St, Unit #3 | 73 School St | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
26 Northend St, Unit #2 | 26 Northend St | 2BR,1BA | $2.40 |
9 Bowditch St, Unit #2 | 9 Bowditch St | 2BR,1BA | $2.40 |
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Walk Score®
62 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
42 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Peabody Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Peabody?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Peabody is at THE ESSEX listed at $1,595.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Peabody Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Peabody Apartment is $1,850 at Residences at Lafayette LLC- 176 Lafayette.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Peabody Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Peabody is starting from $2,350 at Michaels Landing.
What is the most affordable Peabody Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Peabody Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 14 North and starts from $3,557.
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