Cheap Apartments for Rent in Shirley, MA from $1,000 (14 Rentals)

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Shirley, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Shirley Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Shirley, 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 Shirley apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Riverside Commons2 Bedroom Affordable2BR,1BA$1,400
Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ CommunityAffordable2BR,1BA$1,486
Old Towne VillageOne Bedroom Classic1BR,1BA$1,650
Meadowbrook Village1 Bed / 1 Bath - Garden Style1BR,1BA$1,725
Town and Country ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,769

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shirley, MA and Nearby

As of April 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Shirley area is the $1.47 price per square foot 3 Bed 3 Bath Model at Lofts at Lancaster Mills in the starting from $3,520. The second greatest value Shirley apartment is the The Bayberry Model at Birchwood Hills starting at $3,060 with a $1.93 price per square foot in the North Leominster neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shirley apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lofts at Lancaster Mills3 Bed 3 Bath3BR,3BA$1.47
Birchwood HillsThe Bayberry2BR,1.5BA$1.93
Northgate Meadows2 Bed D2BR,2BA$1.85
Rolling Meadows2 Bedrooms, 1.5 Bathrooms2BR,1.5BA$1.94
Yarn WorksTwo Bedroom Two Bath w/ Den2BR,2BA$1.92
Riverside Commons2 bedroom Market2BR,1BA$1.46
The Falls at 124 Water2 Bed2BR,2BA$2.07
4 Turner Ln, Unit B4 Turner Ln1BR,1BA$1.90
Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ CommunityAffordable2BR,1BA$1.56
Town and Country ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.97

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Getting Around Shirley, MA

Walk Score®

31 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

28 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shirley Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Shirley Apartment is $1,650 at Old Towne Village.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Shirley is starting from $1,400 at Riverside Commons.

What is the most affordable Shirley Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Shirley Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Riverside Commons and starts from $1,550.

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