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Highlights

  • Sleek modern kitchen
  • Updated bathroom
  • One off-street parking spot
  • Additional parking
  • New hardwood floors
  • High ceilings

Location

309 Central St, Gardner, MA 01440, USA
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Property Overview

309 Central Street features a sleek modern kitchen, updated bathroom, and new hardwood floors, complemented by high ceilings and off-street parking. With an overall Zumper expert rating of 8.3, the property excels in price and amenities, both rated at 9 out of 10, indicating a strong value proposition. Its prime location also scores 9 out of 10, offering unmatched convenience to schools and other points of interest, enhancing the overall living experience.

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Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 309 Central Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 309 Central Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
  • Dishwasher

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath
2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath1,200 sqftThis stunning 2-bedroom, 1-bath first-floor apartment in Gardner, MA is move-in ready and located in the beautifully renovated former Gardner News building, right in the center of town! Offering approximately 1200 sq. ft. of living space with high ceilings, this bright and modern unit has been freshly painted and features new hardwood floors, an updated bathroom, and a sleek modern kitchen equipped with a stove, refrigerator, microwave, and dishwasher. Building amenities include central air and convenient on-site coin-op laundry. One off-street parking spot is included, with additional parking available for a monthly fee. Rent includes hot water, water, sewer, trash removal, and snow removal. The tenant is responsible for heat, electricity, and gas. Heat is electric. Applicants must have a verifiable gross income of ~2.5x rent, a credit score of at least 600, solid employment history, positive landlord references, at least one year of rental history, and no co-signers, felony background, or eviction history. Due at signing: first month's rent, last month's rent, security deposit, and proof of renter's insurance. No pets allowed. No smoking permitted. Renters insurance required. Group showing scheduled for September 21, 2025 at 12:00 PM.

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Amenities for 309 Central Street

Apartment Amenities

Hardwood FloorHot Water

Appliances

DishwasherMicrowave
RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Building

Sewer

Services

Trash Removal
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

Building details

Property details

Units12
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About 309 Central Street

HomeApartments in Gardner 309 Central Street

- This stunning 2-bedroom, 1-bath first-floor apartment in Gardner, MA is move-in ready and located in the beautifully renovated former Gardner News building, right in the center of town! Offering approximately 1200 sq. ft. of living space with high ceilings, this bright and modern unit has been freshly painted and features new hardwood floors, an updated bathroom, and a sleek modern kitchen equipped with a stove, refrigerator, microwave, and dishwasher. Building amenities include central air and convenient on-site coin-op laundry. One off-street parking spot is included, with additional parking available for a monthly fee. Rent includes hot water, water, sewer, trash removal, and snow removal. The tenant is responsible for heat, electricity, and gas. Heat is electric. Applicants must have a verifiable gross income of ~2.5x rent, a credit score of at least 600, solid employment history, positive landlord references, at least one year of rental history, and no co-signers, felony background, or eviction history. Due at signing: first month's rent, last month's rent, security deposit, and proof of renter's insurance. No pets allowed. No smoking permitted. Renters insurance required. Group showing scheduled for September 21, 2025 at 12:00 PM.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 309 Central Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 309 Central Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 309 Central Street
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
309 Central Street stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
309 Central Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including hot water. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 309 Central Street receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
309 Central Street is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 309 Central Street does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
309 Central Street provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

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 309 Central Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Gardner

Median rents as of Mar 7 2026.
Gardner
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Gardner
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,316
April 2024$1,281
May 2024$1,279
June 2024$1,215
July 2024$1,125
August 2024$1,100
September 2024$1,187
October 2024$1,272
November 2024$1,130
December 2024$1,112
January 2025$1,106
February 2025$1,225
March 2025$1,240
April 2025$1,353
May 2025$1,420
June 2025$1,428
July 2025$1,275
August 2025$1,337
September 2025$1,305
October 2025$1,403
November 2025$1,462
December 2025$1,262
January 2026$1,187
February 2026$1,282
March 2026$1,200

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Gardner Elementary School

160 elm st

gardner, MA, 1440

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PKPublic

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31 spring st

petersham, MA, 1366

K-6Public
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129 northfield rd

lunenburg, MA, 1462

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B-

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mason, NH, 3048

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Getting around Gardner near 309 Central St

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 309 Central St, Gardner

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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