
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Fitchburg, MA from $800 (11 Rentals)
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14 Beacon St

Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community

Riverside Commons
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Fitchburg, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fitchburg?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Fitchburg Studio Apartments | $1,202 | $1,075 | $1,850 |
Cheap Fitchburg 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,857 | $1,181 | $3,951 |
Cheap Fitchburg 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,595 | $1,295 | $5,570 |
Cheap Fitchburg 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,181 | $1,550 | $2,950 |
Cheap Fitchburg 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,500 | $2,500 | $2,500 |
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Fitchburg, MA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Fitchburg, MA
Pricing Updated: 05/05/2025Current apartment rentals in the Fitchburg, MA area range in price from $1,075 to $5,570 with an overall median price of $2,412. The three Fitchburg neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are College Area at $1,103, Cleghorn at $1,100, and North Fitchburg at $1,103. Here is today’s list of the top 6 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Fitchburg Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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College Area | $1,975 | $1,103 | 23 |
Cleghorn | $2,500 | $1,100 | 33 |
North Fitchburg | $2,500 | $1,103 | 33 |
Rollstone Hill | $2,500 | $1,100 | 37 |
Southside Fitchburg | $2,500 | $1,075 | 43 |
West Fitchburg | $2,500 | $1,103 | 28 |
Cheapest Available Fitchburg Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Fitchburg, MA is a 2 Beds unit found at Riverside Commons in the West Fitchburg neighborhood priced from $1,400. 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 Fitchburg apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Riverside Commons | 2 Bedroom Affordable | 2BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community | Affordable | 2BR,1BA | $1,486 |
Meadowbrook Village | 1 Bed / 1 Bath - Garden Style | 1BR,1BA | $1,725 |
The Lofts at City Place | Commonwealth | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
Town and Country Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,909 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fitchburg, MA
As of May 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fitchburg area is the $1.85 price per square foot 2 Bed D Model at Northgate Meadows in the in the West Side neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value Fitchburg apartment is the Two Bedroom Two Bath w/ Den Model at Yarn Works starting at $2,500 with a $1.85 price per square foot in the West Fitchburg neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fitchburg apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Northgate Meadows | 2 Bed D | 2BR,2BA | $1.85 |
Yarn Works | Two Bedroom Two Bath w/ Den | 2BR,2BA | $1.85 |
The Lofts at City Place | Commonwealth | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
Riverside Commons | 2 bedroom Market | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
Town and Country Apartments | Two Bedrooms, One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.16 |
Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community | Affordable | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
41 Fairmount Pl, Unit 2 | 41 Fairmount Pl | 2BR,1BA | $1.95 |
9 Gardner Pl, Unit 1R | 9 Gardner Pl | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
25 Federal St, Unit 2 | 25 Federal St | 3BR,1BA | $2.45 |
180 Bemis Rd, Unit 1 | 180 Bemis Rd | 1BR,1BA | $2.52 |
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Fitchburg Overview
With its robust restaurant scene, outdoor activities, regional culture, and rents below the national average, relocating to Fitchburg apartments in Massachusetts can be a rewarding lifestyle opportunity. With a population under 42,000, Fitchburg is a suburban community that offers big city value against the backdrop of a rural New England landscape. With day trip opportunities to Boston, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island, the North-Central Massachusetts neighborhoods deliver excellent regional and local quality of life benefits for people who rent apartments in Fitchburg.
Why live in Fitchburg, MA?
It’s not uncommon for people to move to Fitchburg, MA, because of the employment opportunities, four seasons, and picturesque New England landscape. The family-friendly community offers affordable Fitchburg apartment rents, a diverse population of nearly 42,000, top-tier restaurants, cultural events, and a solid educational system.
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Getting Around Fitchburg, MA
Walk Score®
60 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
35 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
32 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fitchburg Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fitchburg?
The cheapest apartment in Fitchburg is Meadowbrook Village which is listed at $1,725, while the average apartment in Fitchburg costs $2,412.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fitchburg?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 12 regular apartments in Fitchburg that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Fitchburg?
Cheap apartments in Fitchburg have an average cost of $381 which is $2,031 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fitchburg.
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