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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Golf course
  • Granite countertops
  • Picnic areas
  • Playgrounds
  • Onsite laundry facilities
  • Wide vinyl plank flooring

Location

136 Central St, Gardner, MA 01440, USA
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Management

Belaire Property Management LLC

Leasing office

(978) 448-0669

Property Overview

136 Central Street offers strong value, a high overall score of 8.4, and a location rated 9 out of 10, with convenient access to nearby schools. It combines practical and appealing features like granite countertops, wide vinyl plank flooring, onsite laundry facilities, golf course access, picnic areas, and playgrounds.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 136 Central Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 136 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
  • Pet friendly

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath$1,600 /mo1 unit availableCharming 2 BR 1 BA 2nd Floor Gardner MA offers a well-maintained second-floor apartment featuring original wide plank hardwood floors and wide vinyl plank flooring in the living area. NO SMOKERS! NO ANIMALS! TENANT AT WILL! Link to Online Rental Application: https belaire appfolio com listings detail 950d8f2a-dc11-4798-aad0-51f8f26b43ba First month rent = $1,600.00 Last month rent = $1,600.00 $3,200.00 Required upon move in date Present and Previous Landlord References REQUIRED Minimum Monthly Income Requirement = $6,000.00 ••• RENTER INSURANCE POLICY REQUIRED ••• The unit includes granite countertops and a private second-floor porch. Onsite laundry facilities and ample off-street parking add convenience. Located close to local shopping, restaurants, a college area, commuting highways, a hospital, Planet Fitness, Dunkin, and recreational options including Dunn Pond, hiking trails, Wachusett Mountain, a golf course, memorial park, picnic areas, playgrounds, reservoir walking paths, library, and summer concert events.

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Amenities for 136 Central Street

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Cat Policy

Allowed
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Charming 2 BR 1 BA 2nd Floor Gardner MA offers a well-maintained second-floor apartment featuring original wide plank hardwood floors and wide vinyl plank flooring in the living area. NO SMOKERS! NO ANIMALS! TENANT AT WILL! Link to Online Rental Application: https belaire appfolio com listings detail 950d8f2a-dc11-4798-aad0-51f8f26b43ba First month rent = $1,600.00 Last month rent = $1,600.00 $3,200.00 Required upon move in date Present and Previous Landlord References REQUIRED Minimum Monthly Income Requirement = $6,000.00 ••• RENTER INSURANCE POLICY REQUIRED ••• The unit includes granite countertops and a private second-floor porch. Onsite laundry facilities and ample off-street parking add convenience. Located close to local shopping, restaurants, a college area, commuting highways, a hospital, Planet Fitness, Dunkin, and recreational options including Dunn Pond, hiking trails, Wachusett Mountain, a golf course, memorial park, picnic areas, playgrounds, reservoir walking paths, library, and summer concert events.


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.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 136 Central Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 136 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 136 Central Street
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.
136 Central Street 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 136 Central Street is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
136 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 136 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·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

136 Central Street is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 1 pet hospital in the area

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 136 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
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

Considerations

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Rent trends in Gardner

2-bedroom apartments at 136 Central Street cost about 3% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Gardner.

Median rents as of Aug 8 2026.
Gardner
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Gardner
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,218
April 2026$1,400
May 2026$1,365
June 2026$1,403
July 2026$1,312
August 2026$1,500

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$64,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $64,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,600.
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Schools near 136 Central Street

Gardner Elementary School

160 elm st

gardner, MA, 1440

PK, K-4Public
C+

Child Enrichment Center at Seven Hills

1480 john fitch hwy

fitchburg, MA, 1420

PKPublic

Petersham Center School

31 spring st

petersham, MA, 1366

K-6Public
C-

Turkey Hill Elementary School

129 northfield rd

lunenburg, MA, 1462

3-5Public
B-

Mason Elementary School

13 darling hill rd

mason, NH, 3048

PK, K-5Public
A+
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Getting around Gardner near 136 Central St

Walking

4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
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

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

Points of interest for 136 Central St, Gardner

Groceries

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

Shopping

5/10
Variety of shops within a short drive

Cafes

5/10
Variety of cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

5/10
Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within a short drive

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