
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Shirley, MA from $1,125 (50 Rentals)
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Leominster Gardens

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Presidential Park Apartments

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Riverside Commons

14 Forest St

40 E Main St

37 Central Ave

10 Pond St

17 White Ct

52 Fitchburg Rd, Unit 235
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42 W Main St

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The Fitchburg Arts Community

11 Elm St

75 Groton School Rd, Unit A-4

3 Grove St

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Liberty Place Apartments

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Moran Square

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Jack's Mill on Main

100.5 Washington St

104.5 Washington St
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44 Fitchburg Rd, Unit 428

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Pinewood Estates

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Meadowbrook Village

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Northgate Meadows

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The Falls at 124 Water

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James Corner

42-44 Cambridge St

25 Main St

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Town and Country Apartments

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Lofts at Lancaster Mills
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Old Towne Village

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Littleton Lyne Apartments

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Towne Lyne Village

113 W Main St

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10 Valliria

23 Grove St

14 Lawton St

Pepperell Meadows

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21 Waverly St
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24 Mt Globe St

Elizabeth Brook Apartments

52-54 Johnson St

Pepperell Pines

210 Mt Elam Rd

10 Tucker St

98-100 Snow St

7 Pearl St

89 Willard St

843 Main 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 | $1,505 | $1,125 | $2,530 |
| Shirley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,183 | $1,300 | $2,950 |
| Shirley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,691 | $1,495 | $4,919 |
| Shirley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,436 | $1,800 | $5,160 |
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Cheapest Available Shirley Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Shirley, MA is a 2 Beds unit found at Moran Square in the West Fitchburg neighborhood priced from $1,600. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moran Square | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,600 |
| Jack's Mill on Main | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
| Riverside Commons | 2 bedroom Market | 2BR,1BA | $1,625 |
| James Corner | The Maple | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Town and Country Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,859 |
| Littleton Lyne Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Lofts at Lancaster Mills | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,045 |
| Pinewood Estates | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,050 |
| Northgate Meadows | 2 Bed B | 2BR,2BA | $2,058 |
| The Falls at 124 Water | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shirley, MA and Nearby
As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shirley area is the $1.29 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Lofts at Lancaster Mills in the starting from $2,335. 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. |
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| Lofts at Lancaster Mills | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| Riverside Commons | 2 bedroom Market | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Birchwood Hills | The Bayberry - 2BR with Loft | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.82 |
| Rolling Meadows | 2 Bedrooms, 1.5 Bathrooms | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.98 |
| 37 Hollis St | 37 Hollis 2Bdrm | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.83 |
| Northgate Meadows | 2 Bed B | 2BR,2BA | $1.78 |
| Yarn Works | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| Meadowbrook Village | 2 Bed / 2 Bath - Townhouse | 2BR,2BA | $2.34 |
| Town and Country Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Moran Square | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shirley Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Shirley?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Shirley is at Jack's Mill on Main listed at $1,600.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Shirley Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Shirley Apartment is $1,850 at James Corner.
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 $1,600 at Moran Square.
What is the most affordable Shirley Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Shirley Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Meadowbrook Village and starts from $2,225.
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