
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the College Area Fitchburg, MA from $1,300 (9 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in College Area?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,560 | $1,400 | $1,851 |
| College Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,795 | $1,494 | $2,198 |
| College Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,125 | $1,795 | $2,350 |
| College Area 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,233 | $2,100 | $2,400 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moran Square | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,851 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in College Area, MA
As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the College Area area is the $1.64 price per square foot 143 Charles St Model at 143 Charles St, Unit 2 in the in the West Fitchburg neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value College Area apartment is the 8 Bond St Model at 8 Bond St, Unit 10B starting at $1,650 with a $1.65 price per square foot in the West Fitchburg 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 143 Charles St, Unit 2 | 143 Charles St | 2BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| 8 Bond St, Unit 10B | 8 Bond St | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| 19 Boutelle St, Unit Apt 2 | 19 Boutelle St | 3BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| 216 Kimball St, Unit 216 kimball st, unit 3, Fitchburg, ma 01420 | 216 Kimball St | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 109 Prichard St, Unit Unit 1 | 109 Prichard St | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Moran Square | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| 21 Willow St | 21 Willow St | 1BR,1BA | $2.63 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap College Area Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom College Area Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom College Area Apartment is $1,851 at Moran Square.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom College Area Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in College Area is starting from $1,976 at Moran Square.
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