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423 King St

44 Fitchburg Rd

327 Main St

22 Ponemah Hill Rd

41 Fairmount Pl

11 2nd Ave

4 Turner Ln
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Townsend, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Townsend?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Townsend 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,323 | $1,725 | $3,199 |
Townsend 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,700 | $2,200 | $3,100 |
Townsend 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,400 | $2,800 | $7,000 |
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Cheapest Available Townsend Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Townsend, 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 Townsend 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 |
371 Elm St | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,560 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Townsend, MA and Nearby
As of April 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Townsend area is the $1.82 price per square foot 4 Bedroom Model at 89 Nashua Rd in the in the Outer Greater Merrimack Valley neighborhood starting from $5,700. The second greatest value Townsend apartment is the 2 Bedroom Townhome - Corner Model at Amelia Villages starting at $3,820 with a $2.12 price per square foot in the Coburn Woods neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Townsend apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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89 Nashua Rd | 4 Bedroom | 4BR,3.5BA | $1.82 |
Amelia Villages | 2 Bedroom Townhome - Corner | 2BR,2BA | $2.12 |
Birchwood Hills | The Bayberry | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.93 |
Northgate Meadows | 2 Bed D | 2BR,2BA | $1.85 |
Rolling Meadows | 2 Bedrooms, 1.5 Bathrooms | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.94 |
Yarn Works | Two Bedroom Two Bath w/ Den | 2BR,2BA | $1.92 |
Riverside Commons | 2 bedroom Market | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
Town and Country Apartments | Two Bedrooms, One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.16 |
Boulder Park Apartments | The Jefferson | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.99 |
Anwelt Heritage - A 55+ Community | Affordable | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Townsend
What type of rentals are currently available in Townsend?
There are currently 43 Apartments for Rent in Townsend, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,075 to $5,700. There are also 33 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Townsend ranging from $900 to $7,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Townsend?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Townsend ranges from $900 to $7,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,511.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Townsend?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Townsend range from $1,550 to $3,600, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,200 to $3,100. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,700.
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