
Cheap Homes for Rent in College Area Fitchburg, MA from $1,700 (6 Rentals)
Cheap Homes in the College Area area of Fitchburg.


327 Main St

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College Area, Fitchburg, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in College Area?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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College Area 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,943 | $1,700 | $2,400 |
College Area 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,166 | $1,950 | $2,600 |
College Area 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,750 | $2,750 | $2,750 |
College Area 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,600 | $3,600 | $3,600 |
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There are currently 6 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the College Area Neighborhood of Fitchburg, MA.
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Cheapest Available College Area Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the College Area area of Fitchburg, MA is a 2 Beds unit found at Riverside Commons priced from $1,400. Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,486. Here are the most affordable College Area apartments for rent in Fitchburg, MA:
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 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in College Area, MA
As of May 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the College Area area is the $1.85 price per square foot Two Bedroom Two Bath w/ Den Model at Yarn Works in the in the West Fitchburg neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value College Area apartment is the 2 bedroom Market Model at Riverside Commons starting at $1,750 with a $1.46 price per square foot in the West Fitchburg neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for College Area apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Yarn Works | Two Bedroom Two Bath w/ Den | 2BR,2BA | $1.85 |
Riverside Commons | 2 bedroom Market | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community | Affordable | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
Meadowbrook Village | 1 Bed / 1 Bath - Garden Style | 1BR,1BA | $2.88 |
43 Willow St, Unit 1 | 43 Willow St | 1BR,1BA | $2.90 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about College Area
What type of rentals are currently available in College Area?
There are currently 79 Apartments for Rent in College Area, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,103 to $2,575. There are also 9 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in College Area ranging from $1,700 to $3,600.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in College Area?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in College Area ranges from $1,700 to $3,600 with an average monthly rent of $2,614.
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