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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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Property Overview
42 W Main Street in Ayer MA offers a strong mix of value, amenities, and convenience, with an overall Zumper expert rating of 8.5 and top scores for price, amenities, and location. It features an updated kitchen, a no-smoking setting, and a spacious 1 bed, 1 bathroom layout, while also ranking at the 100th percentile for both value for money and value per square foot.
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
Less expensive- More space
- Laundry available on site
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 1,000 sqft | $1,500–$1,700 /mo | 2 units available | Spacious 1 bed, 1 bathroom garden level apartment conveniently located .2 Miles from the commuter rail! HOT WATER Included. Updated kitchen ready for move in! 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
| Fridge | Oven |
| Range | Refrigerator |
| Stove |
Building
| Coin Op Laundry | Onsite 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
| Units | 2 |
|---|
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About 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 GoodWith 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.
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
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 500 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Ayer
1-bedroom apartments at 42 W Main Street, Ayer MA cost about 3% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Ayer.
Median rents as of Sep 12 2026.
Ayer
| Month | Median 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 | $1,550 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 42 W Main St?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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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
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