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6 Blossom St

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104 Prouty Ln
Petersham, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Petersham?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Petersham 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,991 | $1,695 | $2,400 |
Petersham 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,814 | $1,850 | $3,250 |
Petersham 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,141 | $1,700 | $4,250 |
Petersham 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,500 | $3,500 | $3,500 |
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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 The Fitchburg Arts Community in the West Fitchburg neighborhood priced from $1,261. 353 Crescent St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,300. 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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The Fitchburg Arts Community | Workforce One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,261 |
353 Crescent St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
North 116 Flats | C1 | 3BR,3BA | $1,399 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Petersham, MA and Nearby
As of July 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Petersham area is the $1.95 price per square foot Two Bedroom Two Bath w/ Den Model at Yarn Works in the in the West Fitchburg neighborhood starting from $2,575. The second greatest value Petersham apartment is the C1 Model at North 116 Flats starting at $1,399 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the North Amherst 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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Yarn Works | Two Bedroom Two Bath w/ Den | 2BR,2BA | $1.95 |
North 116 Flats | C1 | 3BR,3BA | $1.17 |
Northgate Meadows | 2 Bed B | 2BR,2BA | $1.67 |
The Social Amherst | Columbia Deluxe Renovated | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.21 |
Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community | Affordable | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
The Fitchburg Arts Community | Workforce One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
Stratton Hill Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.98 |
Town and Country Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
353 Crescent St | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.63 |
Fieldstone - Artisan Graduate Housing | Two Bedroom A | 2BR,2BA | $2.17 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Petersham
What type of rentals are currently available in Petersham?
There are currently 45 Apartments for Rent in Petersham, MA with pricing that ranges from $799 to $3,995. There are also 30 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Petersham ranging from $1,350 to $4,250.
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 $1,350 to $4,250 with an average monthly rent of $2,427.
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 $850 to $3,840, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,850 to $3,250. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,557.
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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Written by: Marie Brown
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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