
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the College Area Fitchburg, MA from $700 (9 Rentals)
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37 Winter St

The Fitchburg Arts Community

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139 Pratt Rd, Unit #3
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19 Lunenburg St

2 Blossom St

4 Blossom St

6 Blossom St
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College Area, Fitchburg, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in College Area?
Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
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College Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,320 | $739 | $1,575 |
College Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,663 | $1,494 | $1,900 |
College Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,037 | $1,700 | $2,400 |
College Area 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,400 | $2,001 | $2,700 |
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There are currently 9 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the College Area Neighborhood of Fitchburg, MA.
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Cheapest Available College Area Apartments for Rent
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Fitchburg Arts Community | LIHTC | 2BR,1BA | $1,494 |
98-100 Snow St | 4 Bed - 1.5 Bathroom | 4BR,1BA | $1,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in College Area, MA
As of October 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the College Area area is the $1.31 price per square foot 23 Lawrence St Model at 23 Lawrence St, Unit 2 in the in the College Area neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value College Area apartment is the 254 Boutelle St Model at 254 Boutelle St, Unit #1 starting at $2,300 with a $2.09 price per square foot in the College Area neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for College Area apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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23 Lawrence St, Unit 2 | 23 Lawrence St | 3BR,1BA | $1.31 |
254 Boutelle St, Unit #1 | 254 Boutelle St | 3BR,1BA | $2.09 |
12 Nashua St, Unit 2 | 12 Nashua St | 4BR,2BA | $2.57 |
98-100 Snow St | 4 Bed - 1.5 Bathroom | 4BR,1BA | $2.11 |
The Fitchburg Arts Community | LIHTC | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
139 Pratt Rd, Unit #3 | 139 Pratt Rd | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap College Area Apartments
What types of apartments are the cheapest in College Area?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1 regular apartments in College Area that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!

The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters
Written by: Trey Huguley
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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro
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