40 Fitchburg Rd, Unit 324
40 Fitchburg Rd
TownsendMA01469
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LeominsterMA01453
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BoxboroughMA01719
44 Fitchburg Rd, Unit 428
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TownsendMA01469
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FitchburgMA01420
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BoxboroughMA01719
30 Marcello Ave
LeominsterMA01453
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BoxboroughMA01719
15 Davis Rd
ActonMA01720
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LeominsterMA01453
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Ayer, MA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Ayer?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ayer 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,694 | $1,700 | $4,800 |
| Ayer 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,766 | $3,500 | $4,200 |
| Ayer 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,800 | $3,300 | $6,500 |
| Ayer 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,499 | $6,499 | $6,499 |
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Cheapest Available Ayer Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Ayer, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Parker Street Apartments in the Elmwood neighborhood priced from $1,500. Meadowbrook Village in the West Side neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,940. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ayer apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parker Street Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Meadowbrook Village | 2 Bed / 1 Bath - Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $1,940 |
| Northgate Meadows | 2 Bed B | 2BR,2BA | $1,952 |
| Town and Country Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,028 |
| Littleton Lyne Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ayer, MA and Nearby
As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ayer area is the $1.98 price per square foot The Chestnut - 2BR with Loft Model at Birchwood Hills in the in the Outer Greater Merrimack Valley neighborhood starting from $3,138. The second greatest value Ayer apartment is the 2 Bed Model at The Falls at 124 Water starting at $2,450 with a $2.07 price per square foot in the West Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ayer apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birchwood Hills | The Chestnut - 2BR with Loft | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.98 |
| The Falls at 124 Water | 2 Bed | 2BR,2BA | $2.07 |
| Paddock Estates | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.59 |
| Northgate Meadows | 2 Bed B | 2BR,2BA | $1.69 |
| Arrive Lunenburg | Chesapeake | 2BR,2BA | $2.30 |
| Beaver Brook Crossing Apartments | Parker 1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.59 |
| Kensington at Chelmsford | Concord | 2BR,2BA | $2.71 |
| Meadowbrook Village | 2 Bed / 2 Bath - Townhouse | 2BR,2BA | $2.56 |
| Town and Country Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| Old Towne Village | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.70 |
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