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Highlights

  • Updated kitchen
  • No smoking
  • Spacious 1 bed, 1 bathroom

Location

42 W Main St, Ayer, MA 01432, USA
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Management

Mass Ave Rentals LLC

Leasing office

(978) 343-9500

Property Overview

42 W Main Street in Ayer, MA is rated highly overall, with standout marks for price, amenities, and location, plus strong value per square foot. It features an updated kitchen, a spacious 1 bed, 1 bathroom layout, and a no-smoking environment, making it a well-rounded option with excellent value and convenience.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 42 W Main Street, Ayer MA is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 42 W Main Street, Ayer MA 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

  • More space

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath1,000 sqft$1,500 /mo1 unit availableSpacious 1 bed, 1 bathroom apartment conveniently located .2 Miles from the commuter rail! new rugs, updated kitchen ready for move in! HOT WATER INCLUDED. 5 available units come pick your favorite. No pets, no smoking

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Amenities for 42 W Main Street, Ayer MA

Apartment Amenities

Hot Water

Appliances

FridgeOven
RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Building

Coin Op LaundryOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Off-Street Parking
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.

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Building details

Property details

Units2

About 42 W Main Street, Ayer MA

HomeApartments in Ayer 42 W Main Street, Ayer MA

5 Residential one bedroom units available come pick out which best suits you! Less than .2 Miles from the commuter rail stop!


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 42 W Main Street, Ayer MA is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 42 W Main Street, Ayer MA 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 42 W Main Street, Ayer MA
Price·10A 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.
42 W Main Street, Ayer MA offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
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.
42 W Main Street, Ayer MA goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including coin op laundry. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 42 W Main Street, Ayer MA 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.
42 W Main Street, Ayer MA 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 42 W Main Street, Ayer MA 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.
42 W Main Street, Ayer MA 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 42 W Main Street, Ayer MA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 500 sqft larger than other listings nearby

Considerations

Distance from grocery stores
The nearest grocery store is 3.4 miles away
Distance from transit
More than 2.1 miles from public transportation
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1.0 miles away
Grow a garden indoors
A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
Lacks images
Fewer than 5 photos available for this property

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Rent trends in Ayer

1-bedroom apartments at 42 W Main Street, Ayer MA cost about 2% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Ayer.

Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
Ayer
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Ayer
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,450
January 2025$1,442
February 2025$1,384
March 2025$1,420
April 2025$1,459
May 2025$1,515
June 2025$1,700
July 2025$1,590
August 2025$1,548
September 2025$1,550
October 2025$1,672
November 2025$1,631
March 2026$1,700
April 2026$1,700
May 2026$1,540
June 2026$1,540
July 2026$1,740
August 2026$1,739
September 2026$1,553
October 2026$1,556

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 42 W Main St?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$60,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $60,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,500.
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Schools near 42 W Main Street, Ayer MA

Page Hilltop Elementary School

115 washington st

ayer, MA, 1432

PK, K-5Public
B+

Lura A. White Elementary School

34 lancaster rd

shirley, MA, 1464

K-5Public
B-

Blanchard Memorial School

493 massachusetts ave

boxborough, MA, 1719

K-6Public
A

Turkey Hill Elementary School

129 northfield rd

lunenburg, MA, 1462

3-5Public
B-

Paul P. Gates Elementary School

75 spruce st

acton, MA, 1720

K-6Public
A
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Getting around Ayer near 42 W Main St

Walking

4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

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

Cycling

4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Transit

4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 42 W Main St, Ayer

Groceries

7/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Shopping

4/10
Variety of shops within a short drive

Cafes

5/10
Variety of cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

6/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

4/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

9/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

5/10
Variety of bars within a short drive

Explore the area around 42 W Main St

Ayer Shop N Save
22 Fitchburg Rd
Roux's Market
21 Front St
Net Variety & Liquors
5 Front St
Shaw's Supermarket
760A Boston Rd
Groton General Store
871 Boston Rd

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