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16 Harvard Rd #6F - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Shirley

16 Harvard Rd #6F, Shirley, MA 01464

In-unit laundry | Storage | On-site management

1 bed

1 bath

$1,749

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.

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Available Mar 17

1-bed Shirley apartment near commuter rail

A apartment in Shirley, MA, this sunny 1-bed, 1-bath third-floor unit offers 500 sqft with vinyl plank flooring and stainless steel appliances. Located just 3 minutes from Route 2 and under half a mile from commuter rail, it includes heat, hot water, and cooking gas in rent. Pet-friendly with off-street parking and shared backyard space.

16 Harvard Rd #8H - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Shirley

16 Harvard Rd #8H, Shirley, MA 01464

In-unit laundry | Storage | On-site management

1 bed

1 bath

$1,850

$1,749

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The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.

Apartment for rent

Available May 13

1-bed apartment near Route 2 and commuter rail

Right in Shirley, MA, this sunny 1-bed, 1-bath third-floor apartment offers 500 sqft with vinyl plank flooring and stainless steel appliances. Just 3 minutes from Route 2 and under half a mile from commuter rail, it includes heat, hot water, and cooking gas in rent. Pet-friendly with off-street parking and shared backyard space.

3 Main St #12 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Shirley

1 bed

1 bath

$1,475

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.

Apartment for rent

Available Apr 16

Pet-friendly studio with heat included downtown

Set in Shirley, MA, this pet-friendly studio apartment features a freshly remodeled interior with stainless appliances and granite countertops. The 220 sqft layout includes heat and hot water in rent, plus off-street parking. Located downtown near the train station with easy access to Route 2, Devens, and Ayer amenities.

35 Groton School Rd - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Ayer

On-site laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$1,375

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.

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35AB Groton School Rd - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Ayer

2BR/1.5BA

35AB Groton School Rd, Ayer, MA 01432

2 beds

1.5 baths

$2,300

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.

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21 Groton St #5 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Condo for rent in Ayer

21 Groton Street Ayer

21 Groton St #5, Ayer, MA 01432

In-unit laundry | On-site laundry

2 beds

1 bath

$2,100

$2,000

Price drop

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Condo for rent

Available Jun 1

37 Groton School Road - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

8.5

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37 Groton School Road

37 Groton School Rd, Ayer, MA 01432

On-site laundry | Oven

1 bed

1 bath

$1,375

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.

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12 Pleasant Street - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

8.3

Very good

12 Pleasant Street

12 Pleasant St, Ayer, MA 01432

On-site laundry | Storage

2 beds

1 bath

$1,895

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.

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Zodiac Village - Photo 1 of 1

6h ago

8.3

Very good

Zodiac Village

75 Groton School Rd, Ayer, MA 01432

1 bed

1 bath

$1,575

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.

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3-7 Main St, Pepperell, MA - Photo 1 of 1

11h ago

8.8

Very good

3-7 Main St, Pepperell, MA

3 Main St, Pepperell, MA 01463

In-unit laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$1,850

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.

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3 William St #2 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Pepperell

APARTMENT - Pepperell, MA

3 William St #2, Pepperell, MA 01463

Balcony | Dishwasher | Outdoor space

3 beds

1 bath

$2,800

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.

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6 Littleton Rd #3 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Harvard

APARTMENT - Harvard, MA

6 Littleton Rd #3, Harvard, MA 01451

Furnished | Hardwood floor | Storage

1 bed

1 bath

$1,750

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.

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44 Fitchburg Rd #428 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Condo for rent in Townsend

44 Fitchburg Road #428 Bedrooms

44 Fitchburg Rd #428, Townsend, MA 01469

On-site laundry | Dishwasher | Outdoor space

2 beds

1 bath

$1,700

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.

Condo for rent

Available Jul 1

40 Fitchburg Rd #324 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Condo for rent in Townsend

40 Fitchburg Road #324 1 bedroom

40 Fitchburg Rd #324, Townsend, MA 01469

On-site laundry | Dishwasher | Outdoor space

1 bed

1 bath

$1,500

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.

Condo for rent

Available May 6

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Pondside at Littleton - Photo 1 of 1
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18h ago

9.6

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Pondside at Littleton

147 King St, Littleton, MA 01460

On-site laundry | Balcony | Walk-in closets

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$2,540–$3,630

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Dairy Road Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

8.3

Very good

Dairy Road Apartments

15 Dairy Rd, Lancaster, MA 01523

1 bed

1 bath

$1,575

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14 Beacon St #1 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Fitchburg

1st Floor Studio Apartment in Great Neighborhood

14 Beacon St #1, Fitchburg, MA 01420

Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor

Studio

1 bath

$1,350

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.

Apartment for rent

Available Jul 1

62 Kilbourn Rd - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Lancaster

62 Kilbourn Rd, Lancaster, MA 01523

Walk-in closets | Ceiling fan | High ceilings

2 beds

1 bath

$1,900

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3 Leonard Rd - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Condo for rent in Boxborough

3 Leonard Rd, Boxborough, MA 01719

Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Swimming pool

Studio

1 bath

$1,350

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.

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Mass Ave - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Harvard

Mass Ave, Harvard, MA 01451

Air conditioning | Dishwasher

2 beds

1 bath

$2,950

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.

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Available Sep 1

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3d ago

9.7

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Lofts at Lancaster Mills

55 Green St, Clinton, MA 01510

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Fitness center

1–3 beds

1–3 baths

$2,045–$2,915

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Littlebrook Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

18h ago

9.6

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Littlebrook Apartments

100 Tower St, Hudson, MA 01749

Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Balcony

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,480–$3,660

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Gorham 7 - Photo 1 of 1

13h ago

8

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Gorham 7

7 Gorham Ave, Clinton, MA 01510

Dishwasher

2 beds

1 bath

$2,150

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1d ago

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TF - Sequel Rental & Sales Office

2 Knights Bridge Dr, Nashua, NH 03063

In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Swimming pool

2 beds

1 bath

$1,995

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Updated: June 17, 2026

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Local insights: What it's like to live in Shirley, MA

Shirley, MA has a mix of quiet residential areas and access to open green spaces, which many residents appreciate for outdoor activities. The community is situated near convenient amenities like shops and parks, making it a practical choice for renters. People often enjoy the local school system and the slower pace of life, with family-friendly vibes being a highlight. However, some residents mention concerns about limited public transportation options and occasional issues with parking in busier areas.

Shirley, MA apartment availability

Shirley's rental market is relatively small, with an average of 4 listings available per month. The most common apartment sizes are 2-bedroom units, accounting for 50% of the total market, followed by 1-bedroom and 3-bedroom units, each making up 25% of the market. Studios are also available, but scarce.

When it comes to amenities, many Shirley apartments cater to pet owners, with 6 apartments allowing cats and 4 apartments permitting small dogs. Air conditioning is also a common feature, found in 5 apartments. Given the limited inventory, renters in Shirley will need to be prepared to act quickly when a suitable apartment becomes available.

Methodology: How we got this data

Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2026 rental inventory and prices.

Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.

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Apartment rentals Shirley, MA FAQ

What is the average size of an apartment in Shirley, MA?

The average size of a 1 bedroom apartment rental in Shirley is 407 square feet. The average size of a 2 bedroom apartment rental in Shirley is 1094 square feet.

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