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property at 72 N Main St

72 N Main St

OrangeMA01364
property at 46 Madden Rd

46 Madden Rd

West BrookfieldMA01585
property at 15 Mayo Dr

15 Mayo Dr

HoldenMA01520
property at 11 Blossom St

11 Blossom St

LeominsterMA01453
property at 40 Dinan Dr

40 Dinan Dr

GardnerMA01440
property at 54 Mountain Rd

54 Mountain Rd

PrincetonMA01541

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property at 41 Fairmount Pl

41 Fairmount Pl

LeominsterMA01453
property at 73 Manchester St

73 Manchester St

LeominsterMA01453
property at 252 West St

252 West St

AmherstMA01002
property at 40 Moran St

40 Moran St

GardnerMA01440
property at 26 Main St

26 Main St

SpencerMA01562
property at 384 Main St

384 Main St

New BraintreeMA01531

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Petersham, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Petersham Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Petersham, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Westminster Senior Residences 62+ priced from $1,430. Cliffside Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,435. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Petersham apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Westminster Senior Residences 62+60% AMI One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,430
Cliffside Apartments1x1 Jr.1BR,1BA$1,435
Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ CommunityAffordable2BR,1BA$1,486
North 116 FlatsC13BR,3BA$1,489
15 Bridge St#62BR,1BA$1,500

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Petersham, MA and Nearby

As of October 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Petersham area is the $2.15 price per square foot 3 Bed - Townhouse - 2 Levels Model at The Falls at 124 Water in the in the West Side neighborhood starting from $3,010. The second greatest value Petersham apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at University Crossing starting at $2,600 with a $2.18 price per square foot in the Amherst Center neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Petersham apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Falls at 124 Water3 Bed - Townhouse - 2 Levels3BR,2BA$2.15
University Crossing3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$2.18
Yarn WorksTwo Bedroom Two Bath w/ Den2BR,2BA$2.13
Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ CommunityAffordable2BR,1BA$1.56
98-100 Snow St4 Bed - 1.5 Bathroom4BR,1.5BA$2.11
15 Bridge St#62BR,1BA$1.67
Town and Country ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.08
Fieldstone - Artisan Graduate HousingTwo Bedroom B2BR,2BA$2.23
Lantern Court ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.20
Stratton Hill Park Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.29

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Frequently Asked Questions about Petersham

What type of rentals are currently available in Petersham?

There are currently 49 Apartments for Rent in Petersham, MA with pricing that ranges from $799 to $4,850. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Petersham ranging from $1,475 to $5,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Petersham?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Petersham ranges from $1,475 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,340.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Petersham?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Petersham range from $825 to $3,940, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,050 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $800.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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