Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southside Fitchburg Neighborhood of Fitchburg, MA from $1,000 (48 Rentals)

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property at 54 Fox St

$1,300

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$1,300

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$1,300

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54 Fox St

FitchburgMA01420
property at 28 Garnet St

$1,500

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$1,500

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$1,500

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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28 Garnet St

FitchburgMA01420
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259 High St, Unit 1, Unit 1
$1,550
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$1,550

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$1,550
2 Bedroom Apartment Available May 1

259 High St, Unit 1, Unit 1

259 High StFitchburg, MA 01420
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property at 208 Columbus St

$1,550

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$1,550

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$1,550

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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208 Columbus St

FitchburgMA01420

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21 Willow St
$1,595 - $1,725
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$1,595 - $1,725

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$1,595 - $1,725
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21 Willow St

21 Willow StFitchburg, MA 01420
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property at 41 Winter St

$1,600

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$1,600

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$1,600

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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41 Winter St

FitchburgMA01420
property at 200 Columbus St

$1,700

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$1,700

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$1,700

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200 Columbus St

FitchburgMA01420
property at 128 Prichard St

$1,750

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$1,750

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$1,750

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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128 Prichard St

FitchburgMA01420
property at 44 Pratt St

$1,750

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$1,750

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$1,750

2 Bedroom Rentals

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44 Pratt St

FitchburgMA01420

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property at 44-48-48 Pratt St

$1,750

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$1,750

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$1,750

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44-48-48 Pratt St

FitchburgMA01420
property at 178 Summer St

$1,800

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$1,800

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$1,800

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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178 Summer St

FitchburgMA01420
property at 94 Hurd St

$1,800

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$1,800

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$1,800

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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94 Hurd St

FitchburgMA01420
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260 Walton St, Unit 2, Unit 2
$1,800
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$1,800

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$1,800
2 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

260 Walton St, Unit 2, Unit 2

260 Walton StFitchburg, MA 01420
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property at 119 Madison St

$1,850

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$1,850

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$1,850

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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119 Madison St

FitchburgMA01420

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property at 32 Mechanic St

$1,900

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$1,900

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$1,900

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32 Mechanic St

FitchburgMA01420
property at 143 Westminster St

$2,000

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$2,000

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$2,000

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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143 Westminster St

FitchburgMA01420
property at 130 South St

$2,100

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$2,100

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$2,100

4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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130 South St

FitchburgMA01420
property at 47 Longwood Ave

$2,100

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$2,100

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$2,100

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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47 Longwood Ave

FitchburgMA01420

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Southbend Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Southbend Apartments

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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21 Waverly St
1 Bedroom Apartments

21 Waverly St

21 Waverly StFitchburg, MA 01420
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Duck Mill
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Duck Mill

100 Bemis RdFitchburg, MA 01420
property at 327 Main St

$1,725

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$1,725

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$1,725

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

327 Main St

FitchburgMA01420
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98-100 Snow St
4 Bedroom Apartments

98-100 Snow St

98-100 Snow StFitchburg, MA 01420
property at 66 Myrtle Ave

$2,100

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$2,100

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$2,100

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jun 1

66 Myrtle Ave

FitchburgMA01420

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Hilltop Garden
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hilltop Garden

47 Princeton StLeominster, MA 01453
  • Utilities Included

Southside Fitchburg, Fitchburg, MA Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community1 Bedroom Affordable/Income Restriction1BR,1BA$1,262
Moran Square2 Beds 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,510
Meadowbrook Village2 Bed / 1 Bath - Townhouse2BR,1BA$1,940
Town and Country ApartmentsTwo Bedroom, Two Bathroom2BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
260 Walton St, Unit 2260 Walton St2BR,1BA$1.36
Town and Country ApartmentsTwo Bedroom, Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.83
143 Charles St, Unit 2143 Charles St2BR,1BA$1.64
Moran Square2 Beds 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.42
Meadowbrook Village2 Bed / 2 Bath - Townhouse2BR,2BA$2.56
Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community2 Bedroom Affordable2BR,1BA$1.52
21 Willow St21 Willow St1BR,1BA$2.66

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Massachusetts including Southside Fitchburg, Fitchburg, and the greater Fitchburg area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

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

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.

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