Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Peabody Neighborhood of Peabody, MA from $1,000 (11 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Peabody?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Central Peabody Studio Apartments | $2,060 | $1,050 | $3,143 |
Central Peabody 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,749 | $1,800 | $7,097 |
Central Peabody 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,153 | $2,200 | $9,891 |
Central Peabody 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,394 | $2,650 | $5,220 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central Peabody Neighborhood of Peabody, MA.
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Cheapest Available Central Peabody Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Peabody area of Boston, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Ezio‘s Place priced from $2,050. Princeton Crossing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,170. Here are the most affordable Central Peabody apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Ezio‘s Place | Affordable Unit (income restricted) | 1BR,1BA | $2,050 |
Princeton Crossing | One BR Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $2,170 |
eaves Peabody | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,190 |
River Drive Apartments | A1G | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
Hawthorne Commons | The Dickens | 1BR,1BA | $2,368 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Peabody, MA
As of April 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Peabody area is the $2.05 price per square foot 38 Forest St Model at 38 Forest St, Unit #1 in the in the South Peabody neighborhood starting from $3,800. The second greatest value Central Peabody apartment is the 8 Elm St Model at 8 Elm St, Unit #1 starting at $2,500 with a $2.08 price per square foot in the South Peabody neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Peabody apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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38 Forest St, Unit #1 | 38 Forest St | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.05 |
8 Elm St, Unit #1 | 8 Elm St | 2BR,1BA | $2.08 |
46 Holten St, Unit #1 | 46 Holten St | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
174 Lynn St, Unit #2 | 174 Lynn St | 2BR,1BA | $2.58 |
26 Northend St, Unit #2 | 26 Northend St | 2BR,1BA | $2.40 |
9 Bowditch St, Unit #2 | 9 Bowditch St | 2BR,1BA | $2.40 |
91 Lowell St, Unit #3 | 91 Lowell St | 2BR,1BA | $2.60 |
85 Lowell St, Unit #1 | 85 Lowell St | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
Ezio‘s Place | Affordable Unit (income restricted) | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
15 Lowe St, Unit 1 | 15 Lowe St | 2BR,1BA | $2.59 |
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Getting Around the Central Peabody Neighborhood in Peabody, MA
Walk Score®
64 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
45 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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 Central Peabody Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central Peabody?
The cheapest apartment in Central Peabody is Ezio‘s Place which is listed at $2,050, while the average apartment in Central Peabody costs $3,300.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Central Peabody?
Cheap apartments in Central Peabody have an average cost of $142 which is $3,158 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central Peabody.
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