
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Townsend, MA from $1,100 (37 Rentals)
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20 Spaulding St

40 Fitchburg Rd, Unit 302

Heritage Gardens

Leominster Gardens

Presidential Park Apartments

Riverside Commons

Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community

The Fitchburg Arts Community
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Pine Valley Lofts

Moran Square

Woodlands at Nashua

Liberty Place Apartments

Boulder Park Apartments

Canterbury Apartment Homes

Meadowbrook Village

Pinewood Estates

Eagle Rock Apartments at Nashua
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Riverview Gardens

Milford Trails Apartments and Storage

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Pepperell Pines

The Falls at 124 Water

Old Towne Village

Regent Park Apartments

285 W Hollis St

Pepperell Meadows

21 Waverly St
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740 Central St

52-54 Johnson St

73 Kingsbury St

Northgate Meadows

210 Mt Elam Rd

98-100 Snow St

6 Heritage Village Dr

5 5th St

22 Ponemah Hill Rd
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210 6th St
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 | $1,360 | $1,125 | $1,850 |
| Townsend 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,996 | $1,300 | $2,858 |
| Townsend 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,474 | $1,494 | $4,329 |
| Townsend 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,673 | $1,800 | $3,500 |
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Cheapest Available Townsend Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Townsend, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community in the West Fitchburg neighborhood priced from $1,348. Pine Valley Lofts in the Outer Greater Merrimack Valley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Townsend 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 |
| Pine Valley Lofts | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Moran Square | 2 Beds 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,510 |
| Boulder Park Apartments | The Jackson | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| Canterbury Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,655 |
| Riverview Gardens | 1 Bedroom large 2nd floor | 1BR,1BA | $1,769 |
| Eagle Rock Apartments at Nashua | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,770 |
| Pepperell Pines | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Riverside Commons | 2 bedroom Market | 2BR,1BA | $1,880 |
| Old Towne Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Townsend, MA and Nearby
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Townsend area is the $2.06 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Townhome - Corner Model at Amelia Villages in the in the South End neighborhood starting from $3,705. The second greatest value Townsend apartment is the The Chestnut - 2BR with Loft Model at Birchwood Hills starting at $3,144 with a $1.98 price per square foot in the Outer Greater Merrimack Valley 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amelia Villages | 2 Bedroom Townhome - Corner | 2BR,2BA | $2.06 |
| Birchwood Hills | The Chestnut - 2BR with Loft | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.98 |
| Riverside Commons | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.84 |
| The Falls at 124 Water | 2 Bed | 2BR,2BA | $2.07 |
| Yarn Works | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Moran Square | 2 Beds 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community | 2 Bedroom Affordable | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Milford Trails Apartments and Storage | Timberline | 2BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| Pepperell Pines | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Pine Valley Lofts | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
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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 $1,348 at Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community.
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 $1,510 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 Meadowbrook Village and starts from $2,225.
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