
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Shirley, MA from $1,100 (45 Rentals)
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10 Rodman Ave, Unit 10

Heritage Gardens

Presidential Park Apartments

Leominster Gardens

Riverside Commons

14 Forest St

49 Main St

The Fitchburg Arts Community
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40 Fitchburg Rd, Unit 324

11 Elm St

Liberty Place Apartments

20 Spaulding St

Jack's Mill on Main

3 Grove St

44 Fitchburg Rd, Unit 428

Meadowbrook Village

Pinewood Estates
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100.5 Washington St

James Corner

The Falls at 124 Water

43 Grove St

Moran Square

Lofts at Lancaster Mills

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Town and Country Apartments

Littleton Lyne Apartments

Towne Lyne Village
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Old Towne Village

Pepperell Meadows

Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community

21 Waverly St

310 Codman Hill Rd

Elizabeth Brook Apartments

52-54 Johnson St

73 Kingsbury St

Pepperell Pines
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Northgate Meadows

210 Mt Elam Rd

17 Atherton St

210 6th St

98-100 Snow St

90 Pacific St

47 Berlin St

843 Main St

157-159 3rd St
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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 | $1,436 | $1,125 | $2,580 |
| Shirley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,259 | $1,300 | $2,945 |
| Shirley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,719 | $1,494 | $4,239 |
| Shirley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,289 | $1,800 | $4,775 |
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Cheapest Available Shirley Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Shirley, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community in the West Fitchburg neighborhood priced from $1,348. Jack's Mill on Main has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Shirley apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community | 1 Bedroom Affordable/Income Restriction | 1BR,1BA | $1,348 |
| Jack's Mill on Main | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
| Riverside Commons | 2 bedroom Market | 2BR,1BA | $1,625 |
| Town and Country Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,696 |
| Northgate Meadows | 1 Bed A | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| James Corner | The Maple | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Moran Square | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,851 |
| Meadowbrook Village | 2 Bed / 1 Bath - Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $1,990 |
| Lofts at Lancaster Mills | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,045 |
| Abbot Mill | A10 | 1BR,1BA | $2,283 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shirley, MA and Nearby
As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shirley area is the $1.19 price per square foot 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at Lofts at Lancaster Mills in the starting from $2,045. The second greatest value Shirley apartment is the 2 bedroom Market Model at Riverside Commons starting at $1,625 with a $0.99 price per square foot in the West Fitchburg neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shirley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lofts at Lancaster Mills | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Riverside Commons | 2 bedroom Market | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Town and Country Apartments | Three Bedrooms, One and a Half Bath | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.93 |
| Arrive Lunenburg | Chelsea | 2BR,2BA | $2.36 |
| The Falls at 124 Water | 2 Bed | 2BR,2BA | $2.08 |
| Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community | 2 Bedroom Affordable | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Meadowbrook Village | 2 Bed / 1 Bath - Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Moran Square | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| James Corner | The Maple | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| Northgate Meadows | 1 Bed A | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shirley Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Shirley Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Shirley Apartment is $1,348 at Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Shirley Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Shirley is starting from $1,594 at Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community.
What is the most affordable Shirley Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Shirley Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Moran Square and starts from $1,976.
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