
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Townsend, MA from $1,057 (29 Rentals)
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44 Fitchburg Rd, Unit 428

52 Maverick St

Riverside Village Apartments

Heritage Gardens

Leominster Gardens

Presidential Park Apartments
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Riverside Commons

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The Fitchburg Arts Community

Woodlands at Nashua

Liberty Place Apartments

Moran Square
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Boulder Park Apartments

Pinewood Estates

Meadowbrook Village

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Northgate Meadows

285 W Hollis St
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Pepperell Meadows

Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community

21 Waverly St

24 Mt Globe St

52-54 Johnson St

Pepperell Pines

10 Tucker St
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Townsend, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Townsend?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Townsend Studio Apartments | $1,371 | $1,125 | $1,850 |
| Townsend 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,006 | $1,235 | $3,015 |
| Townsend 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,475 | $1,470 | $4,919 |
| Townsend 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,658 | $1,057 | $3,500 |
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Cheapest Available Townsend Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Townsend, MA is a 3 Beds unit found at Riverside Village Apartments in the West Side neighborhood priced from $1,057. Pine Valley Residential, LLC in the Milford neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,514. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Townsend apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Village Apartments | 3 Beds, 1.5 baths | 3BR,1BA | $1,057 |
| Pine Valley Residential, LLC | 1BD/1BA/60% | 1BR,1BA | $1,514 |
| Moran Square | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,600 |
| Riverside Commons | 2 bedroom Market | 2BR,1BA | $1,625 |
| Canterbury Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,655 |
| Riverview Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,659 |
| Woodlands at Nashua | One Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $1,713 |
| Boulder Park Apartments | The Jackson | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Milford Trails Apartments and Storage | Timberline | 2BR,1BA | $1,777 |
| Town and Country Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,859 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Townsend, MA and Nearby
As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Townsend area is the $0.99 price per square foot 2 bedroom Market Model at Riverside Commons in the in the West Fitchburg neighborhood starting from $1,625. The second greatest value Townsend apartment is the The Bayberry - 2BR with Loft Model at Birchwood Hills starting at $2,716 with a $1.71 price per square foot in the Ayer neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Townsend apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Commons | 2 bedroom Market | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Birchwood Hills | The Bayberry - 2BR with Loft | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.71 |
| 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 | $2.06 |
| Riverside Village Apartments | 3 Beds, 1.5 baths | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.06 |
| Town and Country Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Milford Trails Apartments and Storage | Willowmere | 2BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Pine Valley Residential, LLC | 1BD/1BA/60% | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Townsend Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Townsend Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Townsend Apartment is $1,514 at Pine Valley Residential, LLC.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Townsend Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Townsend is starting from $1,600 at Moran Square.
What is the most affordable Townsend Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Townsend Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Riverside Village Apartments and starts from $1,057.
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