Cheap Apartments for Rent in Fitchburg, MA from $1,000 (25 Rentals)

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property at 37 Blossom St

37 Blossom St

FitchburgMA01420
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215 Madison St, Unit Unit B
$1,200
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$1,200

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1 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

215 Madison St, Unit Unit B

215 Madison StFitchburg, MA 01420
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property at 168 Lunenburg St

168 Lunenburg St

FitchburgMA01420

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property at 333 Oak Hill Rd

333 Oak Hill Rd

FitchburgMA01420
property at 162 Columbus St

162 Columbus St

FitchburgMA01420

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property at 35 Day St

35 Day St

FitchburgMA01420
property at 478 Kimball St

478 Kimball St

FitchburgMA01420
property at 173 Myrtle Ave

173 Myrtle Ave

FitchburgMA01420
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110 Ashburnham St, Unit #4
$1,600
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$1,600

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1 Bedroom Apartment Available Jan 1, 2026

110 Ashburnham St, Unit #4

110 Ashburnham StFitchburg, MA 01420
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Southbend Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

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459 South StFitchburg, MA 01420
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28 Garnet St
3 Bedroom Apartments

28 Garnet St

28 Garnet StFitchburg, MA 01420
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72 Hoover St, Unit #2 2nd floor
$1,350
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$1,350

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72 Hoover St, Unit #2 2nd floor

72 Hoover StLeominster, MA 01453
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property at 41 Summer St

41 Summer St

LeominsterMA01453
property at 34 Tremaine St

34 Tremaine St

LeominsterMA01453

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Fitchburg, MA

Pricing Updated: 12/15/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Fitchburg, MA area range in price from $1,750 to $3,500 with an overall median price of $2,885. The three Fitchburg neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are West Fitchburg at $1,750, Cleghorn at $1,750, and College Area at $1,850. Here is today’s list of the top 7 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Fitchburg Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
West Fitchburg$2,700$1,7506
Cleghorn$2,900$1,7509
College Area$2,900$1,8504
North Fitchburg$2,900$1,8506
Rollstone Hill$2,900$1,7509
Southside Fitchburg$2,900$1,7508
Crockerville$3,000$2,5002

Cheapest Available Fitchburg Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Fitchburg, MA is a 2 Beds unit found at Moran Square in the West Fitchburg neighborhood priced from $1,390. Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community in the West Fitchburg neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,450. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fitchburg apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Moran Square2 Beds 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,390
Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community2 Bedroom Affordable2BR,1BA$1,450
Heritage Gardens2BRD2BR,1BA$1,610
Meadowbrook Village1 Bed / 1 Bath - Garden Style1BR,1BA$1,725
Northgate Meadows1 Bed A1BR,1BA$1,777

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fitchburg, MA

As of December 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fitchburg area is the $1.37 price per square foot Paragon Model at The Lofts at City Place in the in the West Side neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Fitchburg apartment is the 2 Beds 1 Bath Model at Moran Square starting at $1,390 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the West Fitchburg neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fitchburg apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Lofts at City PlaceParagon2BR,2BA$1.37
Moran Square2 Beds 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.31
90 Leighton St, Unit Apartment 190 Leighton St3BR,1BA$2.17
41 Fairmount Pl, Unit 141 Fairmount Pl2BR,1BA$1.87
Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community2 Bedroom Affordable2BR,1BA$1.52
7 Beacon St, Unit 17 Beacon St2BR,1BA$2.01
Heritage Gardens2BRD2BR,1BA$1.87
115 Highland Ave, Unit 3115 Highland Ave2BR,1BA$1.89
Town and Country ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.08
43 Willow St, Unit 243 Willow St2BR,1BA$2.03

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Fitchburg Overview

With its robust restaurant scene, outdoor activities, regional culture, and rents below the national average, relocating to Fitchburg apartments in Massachusetts can be a rewarding lifestyle opportunity. With a population under 42,000, Fitchburg is a suburban community that offers big city value against the backdrop of a rural New England landscape. With day trip opportunities to Boston, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island, the North-Central Massachusetts neighborhoods deliver excellent regional and local quality of life benefits for people who rent apartments in Fitchburg.

Why live in Fitchburg, MA?

It’s not uncommon for people to move to Fitchburg, MA, because of the employment opportunities, four seasons, and picturesque New England landscape. The family-friendly community offers affordable Fitchburg apartment rents, a diverse population of nearly 42,000, top-tier restaurants, cultural events, and a solid educational system.

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Getting Around Fitchburg, MA

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60 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

35 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

32 / 100

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A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fitchburg Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Fitchburg Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Fitchburg Apartment is $1,450 at Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Fitchburg Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Fitchburg is starting from $1,390 at Moran Square.

What is the most affordable Fitchburg Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Fitchburg Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Moran Square and starts from $2,209.

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