
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Athol, MA from $600 (60 Rentals)
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114 Grove St, Unit 2, Unit 2

Residences at the Park

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181 Main St, Unit 2, Unit 2

105 South St

73-75 Wallingford Ave

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73 Walnut St, Unit 2, Unit 2

57 Cottage St

353 Crescent St

Heritage Gardens
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Leominster Gardens

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Baldwinville School Apartments

Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community

Riverside Commons

Washington Park of Keene

Westminster Senior Residences 62+

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Cliffside Apartments

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The Residences

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Kendrick Place

The Fitchburg Arts Community
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Moran Square

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Eleven East Pleasant

Orchard Overlook Apartments

Lantern Court Apartments

Monadnock Place

Brandywine Apartments

Princeton at Mill Pond

Meadowbrook Village

Meadowview Apartments

Colony Mill
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Princeton Square

Meadowbrook Village

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One East Pleasant

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26 Spring

Town and Country Apartments

The Boulders

Aspen Chase

Mill House Apartments

Rolling Green Apartments

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Hawkins Meadow
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133 South East Commons

Swanzey West Apartments

107 E Pleasant St

21 Waverly St

Jaffwood Apartments

Jaffrey Village

255 Main St

6 Long Farm Terrace

24 Regan St

15 Bridge St
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Athol, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Athol?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athol Studio Apartments | $1,746 | $1,125 | $2,475 |
| Athol 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,924 | $650 | $2,660 |
| Athol 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,281 | $799 | $4,129 |
| Athol 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,276 | $825 | $3,880 |
| Athol 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,556 | $900 | $3,900 |
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Cheapest Available Athol Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Athol, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community in the West Fitchburg neighborhood priced from $1,269. Washington Park of Keene in the West Keene neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,400. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Athol apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community | 1 Bedroom Affordable/Income Restriction | 1BR,1BA | $1,269 |
| Washington Park of Keene | 1B1B - 31 Washington Street | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Cliffside Apartments | 1x1 Jr. | 1BR,1BA | $1,410 |
| The Residences | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| Jaffwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| North 116 Flats | C1 | 3BR,3BA | $1,475 |
| Moran Square | 2 Beds 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,510 |
| Eleven East Pleasant | Two Bedroom Premium | 2BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Orchard Overlook Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Athol, MA and Nearby
As of May 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Athol area is the $1.72 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Colony Mill in the in the West Keene neighborhood starting from $2,285. The second greatest value Athol apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Riverside Commons starting at $2,290 with a $1.84 price per square foot in the West Fitchburg neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Athol apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Colony Mill | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.72 |
| Riverside Commons | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.84 |
| Town and Country Apartments | Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.82 |
| Moran Square | 2 Beds 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| The Social Amherst | Columbia Deluxe Renovated | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.25 |
| 181 Main St, Unit 2 | 181 Main St | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community | 2 Bedroom Affordable | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Washington Park of Keene | 2B1.5B - 62 Roxbury Street | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.94 |
| 114 Grove St, Unit 2 | 114 Grove St | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Jaffwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
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Best Local Schools in Athol, MA
Athol Community Elementary School
Athol-Royalston Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Athol Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Athol?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Athol is at The Residences listed at $1,450.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Athol Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Athol Apartment is $1,262 at Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Athol Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Athol is starting from $1,499 at Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community.
What is the most affordable Athol Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Athol Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at North 116 Flats and starts from $1,475.
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