Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southside Fitchburg Neighborhood of Fitchburg, MA from $1,057 (29 Rentals)

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21 Willow St
$1,350 - $1,750
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$1,350 - $1,750

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$1,350 - $1,750
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21 Willow St

21 Willow StFitchburg, MA 01420
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property at 97 Townsend St

$1,476

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$1,476

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$1,476

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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97 Townsend St

FitchburgMA01420

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The Fitchburg Arts Community
$1,519 - $1,569
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$1,444 - $1,494
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$75

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$1,519 - $1,569
2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Fitchburg Arts Community

62 Academy StFitchburg, MA 01420
Family Friendly
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property at 303 Milk 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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303 Milk St

FitchburgMA01420
property at 262 Oak Hill Rd

$1,600

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$1,600

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$1,600

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Sep 28

262 Oak Hill Rd

FitchburgMA01420
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8 Bond St
$1,650 - $1,660
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$1,650 - $1,660

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$1,650 - $1,660
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

8 Bond St

8 Bond StFitchburg, MA 01420
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property at 44-48-48 Pratt St

$1,700

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$1,700

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$1,700

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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44-48-48 Pratt St

FitchburgMA01420

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property at 44 Pratt St

$1,700

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$1,700

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$1,700

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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44 Pratt St

FitchburgMA01420
property at 53 Forest St

$1,700

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$1,700

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$1,700

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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53 Forest St

FitchburgMA01420
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Southbend Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Southbend Apartments

459 South StFitchburg, MA 01420
  • Utilities Included
property at 19 1/2 Lunenburg St

$1,200

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$1,200

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$1,200

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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19 1/2 Lunenburg St, Unit 10

19 1/2 Lunenburg St
FitchburgMA01420
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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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property at 86 Marshall St

$1,500

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$1,500

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$1,500

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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86 Marshall St, Unit 2

86 Marshall St
FitchburgMA01420
property at 12 Granite St

$1,600

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$1,600

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$1,600

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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12 Granite St, Unit 2

12 Granite St
FitchburgMA01420
property at 214 Rollstone St

$1,700

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$1,700

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$1,700

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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214 Rollstone St

FitchburgMA01420
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Duck Mill
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Duck Mill

100 Bemis RdFitchburg, MA 01420

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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 2 Beds unit found at Riverside Commons priced from $1,625. Town and Country Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,675. Here are the most affordable Southside Fitchburg apartments for rent in Fitchburg, MA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Riverside Commons2 bedroom Market2BR,1BA$1,625
Town and Country ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,675
Moran Square1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,851
Meadowbrook Village2 Bed / 1 Bath - Townhouse2BR,1BA$1,990

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southside Fitchburg, MA

As of August 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southside Fitchburg area is the $0.99 price per square foot 2 bedroom Market Model at Riverside Commons in the in the West Fitchburg neighborhood starting from $1,625. The second greatest value Southside Fitchburg apartment is the 188 Beech St Model at 188 Beech St, Unit First floor starting at $2,500 with a $1.54 price per square foot in the West Fitchburg 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.
Riverside Commons2 bedroom Market2BR,1BA$0.99
188 Beech St, Unit First floor188 Beech St3BR,2BA$1.54
260 Walton St, Unit 2260 Walton St2BR,1BA$1.36
Town and Country ApartmentsTwo Bedroom, Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.89
Meadowbrook Village2 Bed / 2 Bath - Townhouse2BR,2BA$2.34
8 Bond St8 Bond St2BR,1BA$1.66
21 Willow St21 Willow St2BR,1BA$1.94
216 Kimball St, Unit 216 kimball st, unit 3, Fitchburg, ma 01420216 Kimball St2BR,1BA$2.00
115 Highland Ave, Unit 1115 Highland Ave2BR,1BA$2.00
Moran Square1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.15

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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

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southside Fitchburg Apartment is $1,675 at Town and Country Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southside Fitchburg is starting from $1,625 at Riverside Commons.

What is the most affordable Southside Fitchburg Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Southside Fitchburg Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Riverside Village Apartments and starts from $1,057.

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