
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southside Fitchburg Neighborhood of Fitchburg, MA from $1,000 (48 Rentals)
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Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community

54 Fox St

Riverside Commons

The Fitchburg Arts Community

28 Garnet St

Moran Square

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259 High St, Unit 1, Unit 1

208 Columbus St
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21 Willow St

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180 Bemis Rd

41 Winter St

14 Beacon St, Unit 2

200 Columbus St

Meadowbrook Village

128 Prichard St

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151 Westminster St, Unit 151, Unit 151

44 Pratt St
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44-48-48 Pratt St

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143 Charles St, Unit 2, Unit 2

178 Summer St

94 Hurd St

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260 Walton St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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162 Marshall St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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9 Chester St, Unit U1, Unit U1

119 Madison St

172-174 South St, Unit 2R
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172 South St

32 Mechanic St

143 Westminster St

181 Madison St, Unit 2

45 Dumais St, Unit 3

375 Elm St, Unit 3R

130 South St

47 Longwood Ave

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46 Marshall St, Unit 46 Marshall St Apt 1, Unit 46 Marshall St Apt 1
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Southbend Apartments

28 Garnet St

21 Waverly St

Duck Mill

327 Main St

98-100 Snow St

66 Myrtle Ave

Leominster Gardens

Town and Country Apartments
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Riverside Village Apartments

Hilltop Garden

Tritown Landing at Lunenburg
Southside Fitchburg, Fitchburg, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southside Fitchburg?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southside Fitchburg Studio Apartments | $1,150 | $1,150 | $1,150 |
| Southside Fitchburg 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,694 | $1,300 | $2,415 |
| Southside Fitchburg 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,919 | $1,494 | $2,625 |
| Southside Fitchburg 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,148 | $1,500 | $2,958 |
| Southside Fitchburg 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,095 | $2,090 | $2,100 |
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There are currently 48 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southside Fitchburg Neighborhood of Fitchburg, MA.
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Cheapest Available Southside Fitchburg Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southside Fitchburg area of Fitchburg, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community priced from $1,262. Moran Square has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,510. Here are the most affordable Southside Fitchburg apartments for rent in Fitchburg, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community | 1 Bedroom Affordable/Income Restriction | 1BR,1BA | $1,262 |
| Moran Square | 2 Beds 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,510 |
| Meadowbrook Village | 2 Bed / 1 Bath - Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $1,940 |
| Town and Country Apartments | Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2,254 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southside Fitchburg, MA
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southside Fitchburg area is the $1.36 price per square foot 260 Walton St Model at 260 Walton St, Unit 2 in the in the West Fitchburg neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Southside Fitchburg apartment is the Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom Model at Town and Country Apartments starting at $2,254 with a $1.83 price per square foot in the West Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southside Fitchburg apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 260 Walton St, Unit 2 | 260 Walton St | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Town and Country Apartments | Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.83 |
| 143 Charles St, Unit 2 | 143 Charles St | 2BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Moran Square | 2 Beds 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Meadowbrook Village | 2 Bed / 2 Bath - Townhouse | 2BR,2BA | $2.56 |
| Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community | 2 Bedroom Affordable | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| 21 Willow St | 21 Willow St | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southside Fitchburg Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southside Fitchburg?
The cheapest apartment in Southside Fitchburg is Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community which is listed at $1,262, while the average apartment in Southside Fitchburg costs $2,100.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southside Fitchburg?
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 5 regular apartments in Southside Fitchburg that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Southside Fitchburg?
Cheap apartments in Southside Fitchburg have an average cost of $504 which is $1,596 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southside Fitchburg.
Expert Rental Resources
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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