
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Petersham, MA from $700 (13 Rentals)
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Leominster Gardens

Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community
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Riverside Commons

Cliffside Apartments

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The Fitchburg Arts Community

2 Blossom St

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590 Summer St
Petersham, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Petersham?
Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
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Petersham Studio Apartments | $1,549 | $1,075 | $2,405 |
Petersham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,933 | $1,262 | $2,995 |
Petersham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,366 | $799 | $3,995 |
Petersham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,728 | $825 | $3,840 |
Petersham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,784 | $3,365 | $4,365 |
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Cheapest Available Petersham Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Petersham, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Cliffside Apartments priced from $1,425. Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community in the West Fitchburg neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,486. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Petersham apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Cliffside Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community | Affordable | 2BR,1BA | $1,486 |
North 116 Flats | C1 | 3BR,3BA | $1,489 |
The Fitchburg Arts Community | LIHTC | 2BR,1BA | $1,494 |
Eleven East Pleasant | Two Bedroom Premium | 2BR,1BA | $1,625 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Petersham, MA and Nearby
As of September 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Petersham area is the $1.09 price per square foot Private Bedroom in a 3-bed apartment Model at Olympia Place in the in the North Amherst neighborhood starting from $1,450. The second greatest value Petersham apartment is the Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom Model at Town and Country Apartments starting at $2,638 with a $2.14 price per square foot in the West Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Petersham apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Olympia Place | Private Bedroom in a 3-bed apartment | 3BR,2BA | $1.09 |
Town and Country Apartments | Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.14 |
Yarn Works | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
University Crossing | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.18 |
Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community | Affordable | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
Stratton Hill Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.98 |
The Fitchburg Arts Community | LIHTC | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
Fieldstone - Artisan Graduate Housing | Two Bedroom B | 2BR,2BA | $2.23 |
Northgate Meadows | 1 Bed A | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
Lantern Court Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.20 |
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Getting Around Petersham, MA
Walk Score®
20 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
22 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Petersham Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Petersham?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Petersham is at One East Pleasant listed at $1,850.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Petersham Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Petersham Apartment is $1,425 at Cliffside Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Petersham Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Petersham is starting from $1,486 at Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community.
What is the most affordable Petersham Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Petersham Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at North 116 Flats and starts from $1,489.
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