
Cheap Homes for Rent in Townsend, MA from $900 (12 Rentals)
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285 W Hollis St

11 Blossom St

40 Fitchburg Rd

8 Groton-Harvard Rd
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327 Main St

59 Manchester St

64 Lorchris St

41 Fairmount Pl

1 Foster St
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174-174 Sanborn St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Townsend?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Townsend 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,199 | $1,695 | $3,600 |
Townsend 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,649 | $1,950 | $3,995 |
Townsend 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,575 | $2,600 | $5,000 |
Townsend 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,000 | $4,000 | $4,000 |
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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 $1,500. 371 Elm St in the Outer Greater Merrimack Valley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,560. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Townsend apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community | 1 Bedroom Market | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
371 Elm St | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,560 |
The Fitchburg Arts Community | Workforce One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,624 |
Riverview Gardens | 1 Bedroom, Executive House | 1BR,1BA | $1,634 |
Meadowbrook Village | 1 Bed / 1 Bath - Garden Style | 1BR,1BA | $1,725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Townsend, MA and Nearby
As of June 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Townsend area is the $1.89 price per square foot The Bayberry Model at Birchwood Hills in the in the Outer Greater Merrimack Valley neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value Townsend apartment is the 2 Bed C Model at Northgate Meadows starting at $2,400 with a $1.97 price per square foot in the West Side 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. |
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Birchwood Hills | The Bayberry | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.89 |
Northgate Meadows | 2 Bed C | 2BR,2BA | $1.97 |
Arrive Lunenburg | Chesapeake | 2BR,2BA | $2.79 |
Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community | 1 Bedroom Market | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
The Fitchburg Arts Community | Workforce One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
Town and Country Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
Canterbury Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom Corner | 2BR,1BA | $2.41 |
Regent Park Apartments | One Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
Eagle Rock Apartments at Nashua | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.77 |
Riverview Gardens | 1 Bedroom large 2nd floor | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Townsend
What type of rentals are currently available in Townsend?
There are currently 44 Apartments for Rent in Townsend, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,075 to $5,261. There are also 34 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Townsend ranging from $900 to $5,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Townsend?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Townsend ranges from $900 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,754.
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