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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 2 Beds unit found at Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community in the West Fitchburg neighborhood priced from $1,334. North 116 Flats in the North Amherst neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,399. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Petersham apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ CommunityAffordable2BR,1BA$1,334
North 116 FlatsC13BR,3BA$1,399
Cliffside Apartments1x1 Jr.1BR,1BA$1,400

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Petersham, MA and Nearby

As of April 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Petersham 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 Petersham 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 Petersham apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Northgate Meadows2 Bed D2BR,2BA$1.85
Riverside Commons2 bedroom Market2BR,1BA$1.46
North 116 FlatsC13BR,3BA$1.17
The Falls at 124 Water2 Bed2BR,2BA$2.07
The Social AmherstColumbia Deluxe Renovated2BR,1.5BA$1.18
Town and Country ApartmentsTwo Bedroom, Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$2.13
Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ CommunityAffordable2BR,1BA$1.40
Hawkins Meadow2 BEDROOM2BR,1BA$2.40
Fieldstone - Artisan Graduate HousingTwo Bedroom A2BR,2BA$2.17
Lantern Court ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.20

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Frequently Asked Questions about Petersham

What type of rentals are currently available in Petersham?

There are currently 43 Apartments for Rent in Petersham, MA with pricing that ranges from $799 to $5,767. There are also 34 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Petersham ranging from $800 to $8,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Petersham?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Petersham ranges from $800 to $8,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,920.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Petersham?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Petersham range from $799 to $5,767, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,700 to $3,550. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $900.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

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