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135 Sterling StWest Boylston, MA 01583
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Petersham, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Petersham Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Petersham, MA is a Studio unit found at 353 Crescent St priced from $900. 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 $1,334. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Petersham apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
353 Crescent StStudioStudio,1BA$900
Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ CommunityAffordable2BR,1BA$1,334
North 116 FlatsC13BR,3BA$1,399
Riverside Commons2 Bedroom Affordable2BR,1BA$1,400
Cliffside Apartments1x1 Jr.1BR,1BA$1,400

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Petersham, MA and Nearby

As of March 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Petersham area is the $1.46 price per square foot 2 bedroom Market Model at Riverside Commons in the in the West Fitchburg neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Petersham apartment is the C1 Model at North 116 Flats starting at $1,399 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the North Amherst neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Petersham apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Riverside Commons2 bedroom Market2BR,1BA$1.46
North 116 FlatsC13BR,3BA$1.17
University Crossing3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.92
The Falls at 124 Water2 Bed2BR,2BA$2.00
The Social AmherstColumbia Deluxe Renovated2BR,1.5BA$0.95
Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ CommunityAffordable2BR,1BA$1.40
Meadowbrook Village2 Bed / 1 Bath - Townhouse2BR,1BA$2.16
Town and Country ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.13
Fieldstone - Artisan Graduate HousingTwo Bedroom A2BR,2BA$2.17
Lantern Court ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.20

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20 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

22 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Petersham Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Petersham?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Petersham is at 353 Crescent St listed at $900.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Petersham Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Petersham Apartment is $1,400 at Cliffside Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Petersham Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Petersham is starting from $1,334 at Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community.

What is the most affordable Petersham Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Petersham Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at North 116 Flats and starts from $1,399.

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