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Highlights
- Gas heating
- In-unit washer-dryer
- No smoking
- Two off-street parking spaces
Location
156 Ayer Rd #B, Shirley, MA 01464, USA
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Property Overview
156 Ayer Rd #B in Shirley offers gas heating, an in-unit washer-dryer, no-smoking living, and two off-street parking spaces. It also stands out for value for money, nearby top-rated schools, and easy access to parks, public transit, walkable routes, dining, and local venues, plus on-site recycling or composting and outdoor space for pets.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Middle school nearby
Great for
Eco living
Social life
Pet owners
Amenities for 156 Ayer Rd #B
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
Building
| Cats OK |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking | Outdoor Space |
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One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 6+ months |
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About 156 Ayer Rd #B
Quiet comfortable 2 BR, 1 Bath, second-floor apartment, 928 sq. ft, in duplex with spacious yard. Two off-street parking spaces. In-unit W/D, gas heating. Walking distance to Shirley commuter rail station, near Ayer Shirley Regional Middle School. Landlord lives next door. Sewer, water, trash, and grounds maintenance included. Tenant responsible for all other utilities. No smoking. Pets negotiable. First, last, and security deposits: one-month’s rent for each. Application and credit check required. Available Nov. 1.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 156 Ayer Rd #B compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 4 miles away
Address details
| Zip code | 01464 |
|---|---|
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Shirley
2-bedroom apartments at 156 Ayer Rd #B cost about 15% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Shirley.
Median rents as of Jul 11 2026.
Shirley
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| January 2025 | $2,995 |
| February 2025 | $2,995 |
| May 2026 | $2,200 |
| June 2026 | $2,174 |
| July 2026 | $1,995 |
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Can I afford to live at 156 Ayer Rd #B?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$68,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $68,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,700.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 11 months ago | $1,600 |
Schools near 156 Ayer Rd #B
Lura A. White Elementary School
34 lancaster rd
shirley, MA, 1464
K-5Public
B-
Page Hilltop Elementary School
115 washington st
ayer, MA, 1432
PK, K-5Public
B+
Turkey Hill Elementary School
129 northfield rd
lunenburg, MA, 1462
3-5Public
B-
Blanchard Memorial School
493 massachusetts ave
boxborough, MA, 1719
K-6Public
A
Child Enrichment Center at Seven Hills
1480 john fitch hwy
fitchburg, MA, 1420
PKPublic
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Getting around Shirley near 156 Ayer Rd #B
Walking
2/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 156 Ayer Rd #B, Shirley
Groceries
1/10
Closest supermarket further than a 30-minute walk
Shopping
1/10
Few or no shops within walking distance
Cafes
1/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
3/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
3/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk
High schools
3/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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