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Highlights
- New stainless appliances
- Refinished hardwood floors
Location
487 Fairmount St, Fitchburg, MA 01420, USA|Cleghorn
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Property Overview
487-493 Fairmount Street presents an exceptional opportunity for renters, highlighted by a Zumper expert rating of 9 out of 10, reflecting its overall appeal. The property features new stainless appliances and refinished hardwood floors, further enhancing its desirability. With high ratings in price, amenities, and location, it offers excellent value and convenience, situated close to top-rated schools and key points of interest. Additionally, the property is recognized for its transparency and trustworthiness, ensuring a reliable rental experience.
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.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby- Less expensive
- Dishwasher
Floor plans
| 4BR/1.5BA | 4 bed | 1.5 bath | $1,900 /mo | 1 unit available | This huge 4 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom apartment is located on the 2nd floor and has plenty of space! No Smokers! No Pets! Renter Insurance Requirement. Coin Op Laundry Onsite! Fill out our rental application online: https belaire appfolio com listings detail 2c239a0f-4aee-494a-8ee9-5e1ac34c4c58 First month's rent = $1,900.00 Last month's rent = $1,900.00 Security Deposit = $950.00 (half of one deposit) $4,750.00 Required upon move in date Minimum Monthly Income Requirement = $7,200.00 *RENTAL INSURANCE - LANDLORD REFERENCES REQUIRED* The kitchen has all new stainless appliances. The ensemble boasts a new refrigerator, gas stove, and a dishwasher. The kitchen also has extra food prep counter space with extra cabinet storage above and below. The living/family room is freshly painted, and features gorgeous refinished hardwood floors. Several of the hardwood floors feature the desirable original wide plank pine. The main bathroom has a new sink vanity with penny round tile floors, freshly painted walls and an energy efficient toilet. The original claw foot bathtub highlights the tile pattern wall surrounds. Loads of space, storage, and room to spread out. Bonus front room has even more storage and charming window box seats with storage above and below. This apartment is located minutes from commuter rail access, local shopping and restaurants and will not last long on the market. No trespassing. Please visit www belaire co to fill out a rental application. Please attach to your rental application, 6 pay stubs, and a valid picture ID for anyone 18 years and older. Past and previous landlord references are required. Send application to ****. |
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Amenities for 487-493 Fairmount Street
Apartment Amenities
| Stainless Steel Stove | Water |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Stainless Steel Appliances |
| Stainless Steel Refrigerator |
Building
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Off-Street Parking |
Neighborhood
| Close to Local Restaurants |
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
No pets allowed.
Building details
Property details
| Units | 6 |
|---|
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About 487-493 Fairmount Street
This huge 4 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom apartment is located on the 2nd floor and has plenty of space! No Smokers! No Pets! Renter Insurance Requirement. Coin Op Laundry Onsite! Fill out our rental application online: https belaire appfolio com listings detail 2c239a0f-4aee-494a-8ee9-5e1ac34c4c58 First month's rent = $1,900.00 Last month's rent = $1,900.00 Security Deposit = $950.00 (half of one deposit) $4,750.00 Required upon move in date Minimum Monthly Income Requirement = $7,200.00 *RENTAL INSURANCE - LANDLORD REFERENCES REQUIRED* The kitchen has all new stainless appliances. The ensemble boasts a new refrigerator, gas stove, and a dishwasher. The kitchen also has extra food prep counter space with extra cabinet storage above and below. The living/family room is freshly painted, and features gorgeous refinished hardwood floors. Several of the hardwood floors feature the desirable original wide plank pine. The main bathroom has a new sink vanity with penny round tile floors, freshly painted walls and an energy efficient toilet. The original claw foot bathtub highlights the tile pattern wall surrounds. Loads of space, storage, and room to spread out. Bonus front room has even more storage and charming window box seats with storage above and below. This apartment is located minutes from commuter rail access, local shopping and restaurants and will not last long on the market. No trespassing. Please visit www belaire co to fill out a rental application. Please attach to your rental application, 6 pay stubs, and a valid picture ID for anyone 18 years and older. Past and previous landlord references are required. Send application to ****.
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.
9.0
/10
Excellent487-493 Fairmount Street is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
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.
487-493 Fairmount 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·10A 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.
487-493 Fairmount Street stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks, making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
487-493 Fairmount 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust 487-493 Fairmount Street to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.
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 487-493 Fairmount Street compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
- Less expensive
- The 4-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Cleghorn
Median rents as of Sep 6 2025.
Cleghorn
Fitchburg
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2023 | $1,425 |
| October 2023 | $1,425 |
| November 2023 | $1,425 |
| December 2023 | $1,380 |
| January 2024 | $1,312 |
| February 2024 | $1,247 |
| March 2024 | $1,410 |
| April 2024 | $1,391 |
| May 2024 | $1,296 |
| June 2024 | $1,273 |
| July 2024 | $1,156 |
| August 2024 | $1,130 |
| September 2024 | $1,250 |
| October 2024 | $1,262 |
| November 2024 | $1,175 |
| December 2024 | $1,206 |
| January 2025 | $1,247 |
| February 2025 | $1,240 |
| March 2025 | $1,375 |
| April 2025 | $1,487 |
| May 2025 | $1,375 |
| June 2025 | $1,477 |
| July 2025 | $1,395 |
| August 2025 | $1,516 |
| September 2025 | $1,525 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2025 | $1,525 |
| September 2025 | $1,525 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 487 Fairmount St?
Bedrooms
4+ bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$76,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $76,000 annually to afford this 4-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,900.
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Schools near 487-493 Fairmount Street
Reingold Elementary School
70 reingold ave
fitchburg, MA, 1420
PK, 1-5Public
B-
South Street Elementary School
376 south st
fitchburg, MA, 1420
PK, KPublic
C+
Crocker Elementary School
200 bigelow dr
fitchburg, MA, 1420
PK, 1-5Public
B-
McKay Elementary School
67 rindge rd
fitchburg, MA, 1420
PK, 1-5Public
C
Fitchburg High School
140 arn-how farm rd
fitchburg, MA, 1420
PK, 9-12Public
B-
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Getting around Fitchburg near 487 Fairmount St
Walking
3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
2/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.
Points of interest for 487 Fairmount St, Fitchburg
Groceries
0/10
No grocery stores within walking distance
Shopping
2/10
Few or no shops within walking distance
Cafes
2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
3/10
Few or no restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
3/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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