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6 Blossom St

56 Fitchburg Rd

226 Swanson Rd
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11 Blossom St

56 Fitchburg Rd

139 Litchfield Pines Dr

63 Manchester St
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23 Spencer Rd
Shirley, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Shirley?
Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
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Shirley 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,038 | $1,650 | $3,300 |
Shirley 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,045 | $2,200 | $4,400 |
Shirley 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,400 | $2,800 | $4,800 |
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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 Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community in the West Fitchburg neighborhood priced from $1,486. The Fitchburg Arts Community in the West Fitchburg neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,494. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Shirley apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community | Affordable | 2BR,1BA | $1,486 |
The Fitchburg Arts Community | LIHTC | 2BR,1BA | $1,494 |
Elizabeth Brook Apartments | 1 Bedroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1,610 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shirley, MA and Nearby
As of September 29, 2025 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 The Bayberry - 2BR with Loft Model at Birchwood Hills starting at $2,995 with a $1.89 price per square foot in the Outer Greater Merrimack Valley 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 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
Birchwood Hills | The Bayberry - 2BR with Loft | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.89 |
Yarn Works | Two Bedroom Two Bath w/ Den | 2BR,2BA | $1.96 |
Arrive Lunenburg | Camden | 2BR,2BA | $2.45 |
Pinewood Estates | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community | Affordable | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
Town and Country Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
Devenscrest Village | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.48 |
The Fitchburg Arts Community | LIHTC | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
Northgate Meadows | 1 Bed A | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Shirley?
There are currently 64 Apartments for Rent in Shirley, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,075 to $4,869. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Shirley ranging from $1,225 to $4,800.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Shirley?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Shirley ranges from $1,225 to $4,800 with an average monthly rent of $2,306.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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