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52-54 Johnson St
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52-54 Johnson St

52-54 Johnson StLeominster, MA 01453
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Shirley, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Shirley Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Shirley, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Fitchburg Arts Community in the West Fitchburg neighborhood priced from $1,261. Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community in the West Fitchburg neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,486. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Shirley apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Fitchburg Arts CommunityWorkforce One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,261
Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ CommunityAffordable2BR,1BA$1,486
Elizabeth Brook Apartments1 Bedroom 60%1BR,1BA$1,610
Meadowbrook Village1 Bed / 1 Bath - Garden Style1BR,1BA$1,725
Littleton Lyne Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shirley, MA and Nearby

As of July 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Shirley area is the $1.76 price per square foot The Bayberry Model at Birchwood Hills in the in the Outer Greater Merrimack Valley neighborhood starting from $2,795. The second greatest value Shirley apartment is the Two Bedroom Two Bath w/ Den Model at Yarn Works starting at $2,575 with a $1.95 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Birchwood HillsThe Bayberry2BR,1.5BA$1.76
Yarn WorksTwo Bedroom Two Bath w/ Den2BR,2BA$1.95
MCO Lancaster CottagesSpruce2BR,1.5BA$2.66
Northgate Meadows2 Bed B2BR,2BA$1.67
Arrive LunenburgChesapeake2BR,2BA$2.65
Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ CommunityAffordable2BR,1BA$1.56
The Fitchburg Arts CommunityWorkforce One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.32
Town and Country ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.02
Jack's Mill on MainThe Cozy Heaven1BR,1BA$2.42
Pepperell Pines2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$2.24

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Getting Around Shirley, MA

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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 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 $1,261 at The Fitchburg Arts 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 $1,486 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 Meadowbrook Village and starts from $2,175.

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