
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Shirley, MA (49 Rentals)


71 Chapel St

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Alta Nashoba Valley

Paddock Estates

Meadowbrook Village

Lofts at Lancaster Mills

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Dover Heights

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Bell Westford

Abbot Mill
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Village Green at Littleton

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Highlands at Hudson

Town and Country Apartments

Pondside at Littleton

Presidential Park Apartments

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Yarn Works

Littlebrook Apartments

The Falls at 124 Water
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Moran Square

Heritage Gardens

Leominster Gardens

843 Main St

Pepperell Meadows

Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community

Littleton Lyne Apartments

James Corner

Riverside Commons

Jack's Mill on Main
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56 Fitchburg Rd

14 Groton St

33 West Main Street

740 Central St

196 Swanson Rd

11 Blossom St

73 Kingsbury St

48 Boston Rd
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Shirley, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shirley?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shirley Studio Apartments | $1,596 | $1,125 | $2,330 |
| Shirley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,255 | $1,262 | $4,097 |
| Shirley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,719 | $1,356 | $5,409 |
| Shirley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,396 | $1,800 | $4,327 |
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Largest Available Shirley and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Shirley, MA is found at Abbot Mill in the Outer Greater Merrimack Valley neighborhood and is 959 square feet priced from $2,602. Town and Country Apartments in the West Side neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 896 square feet and currently listed start at $1,856. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Shirley:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbot Mill | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Penthouse Y2 | 959 Sq Ft | $2,602 |
| Town and Country Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 896 Sq Ft | $1,856 |
| Bell Westford | Evans 2 | 879 Sq Ft | $2,770 |
| James Corner | The Birch | 869 Sq Ft | $1,900 |
| Village Green at Littleton | One Bedroom Clover | 832 Sq Ft | $2,444 |
| Northgate Meadows | 1 Bed A | 764 Sq Ft | $1,777 |
| 843 Main St | Luxury 1 Bedroom | 750 Sq Ft | $2,000 |
| Jack's Mill on Main | The Cozy Heaven | 703 Sq Ft | $1,875 |
| Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community | 1 Bedroom Market | 670 Sq Ft | $1,450 |
Cheapest Available Shirley and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of December 20, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Shirley, MA is the 1 Bedroom Market Model starting from $1,450 at Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community in the West Fitchburg neighborhood. The second most affordable Shirley 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bed / 1 Bath - Garden Style Model at Meadowbrook Village starting at $1,500 in the West Side neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Shirley is currently $2,255. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Shirley:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community | 1 Bedroom Market | $1,450 |
| Meadowbrook Village | 1 Bed / 1 Bath - Garden Style | $1,500 |
| Northgate Meadows | 1 Bed A | $1,777 |
| Town and Country Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom | $1,856 |
| Jack's Mill on Main | The Cozy Heaven | $1,875 |
| James Corner | The Maple | $1,875 |
| Old Towne Village | One Bedroom Premier | $1,950 |
| 843 Main St | Luxury 1 Bedroom | $2,000 |
| Highlands at Hudson | A1 | $2,290 |
| Village Green at Littleton | One Bedroom Basil | $2,419 |
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Getting Around Shirley, MA
Walk Score®
31 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
28 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Shirley Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Shirley with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Shirley is at Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community listed at $1,450.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Shirley Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Shirley is $2,255.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Shirley Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Shirley is a 959 square feet unit starting from $2,602 at Abbot Mill.
What is the average size for Shirley 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Shirley is currently 550 sq ft.
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