Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on June 15, 2026
Average rent in
Fitchburg, MA
Average rent in
Last updated on June 15, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Fitchburg, MA rent slipped 11.1% year over year, with a current median of $1,650/month. Renters today are paying $152 less per month on average than last year, and rent also fell 2.8% month over month, continuing a downward trend since the peak in mid-2025.
Compared to national trends
Fitchburg sits 15.4% more affordable than the $1,950/month national median, with a small total rental inventory of 57 units. This positions Fitchburg as a more accessible market for renters seeking value in Massachusetts.
Price ranges
Studios in Fitchburg run around $1,425/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,500/month, and 2-bedrooms around $1,750/month, with 4+ bedrooms reaching $3,125/month. Houses rent for a median of $2,350/month while apartments sit at $1,650/month, reflecting distinct price tiers across property types.
Neighborhood spotlight
Southside rents fell 27.5% year over year to $1,813/month across 16 rentals, with Crockerville and Cleghorn also down 20.5%. These declines contrast with the citywide 11.1% drop and show sharper local cooldowns in some neighborhoods.
Median rent
Median rent in Fitchburg
$1,650/mo
11%vs previous year
The average rent in Fitchburg is $1,650 per month as of June 2026. This is 15% below the national average rent, or $300 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Fitchburg
57
for rent on Zumper.com as of June 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Fitchburg rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Fitchburg, MA
Average rent prices in Fitchburg have decreased by 3% over the last month and have decreased by 11% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Fitchburg, MA
Rent prices in Fitchburg vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Fitchburg is $1,650, whereas a house costs $2,350. 1-bedroom apartments in Fitchburg run $1,500 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,795.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,425 |  16% | 9% | |
1 bedroom | $1,500 | 4% | 2% | |
2 bedroom | $1,750 | 8% | 9% | |
3 bedroom | $2,100 | No Change | 1% | |
4 bedroom | $3,125 | 7% | 14% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Cleghorn | $1,710 | |
Crockerville | $1,650 | |
Rollstone Hill | $1,845 | |
Southside | $1,812 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,650 | 2% | No Change | |
Condos | $2,072 | 9% | No Change | |
Houses | $2,350 | 12% | No Change | |
Rooms | $800 | No Change | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,425
Last 30 days
16%
Last year
9%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,500
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
2%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,750
Last 30 days
8%
Last year
9%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,100
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
1%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$3,125
Last 30 days
7%
Last year
14%
Cleghorn
Average rent
$1,710
Southside
Average rent
$1,812
Rollstone Hill
Average rent
$1,845
Crockerville
Average rent
$1,650
Apartments
Average rent
$1,650
Last 30 days
2%
Condos
Average rent
$2,072
Last 30 days
9%
Houses
Average rent
$2,350
Last 30 days
12%
Rooms
Average rent
$800
The table above reflects average rent prices in Fitchburg, MA, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Fitchburg, MA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Fitchburg and Ayer by all bedroom counts and property types.
Fitchburg
15%lower than the national median
7%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Fitchburg, MA is 9% lower than the median rent in Ayer, MA.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,810
18%$1,850
$2,500
14%$2,111
38%$2,300
10%$1,775
5%$1,795
29%$2,645
1%$2,100
8%$2,424
2%$2,865
24%$1,775
21%Cost of living in Fitchburg, MA
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 24% higher |
| Groceries | No difference |
| Health | 18% higher |
| Housing | 19% higher |
| Transportation | 2% lower |
| Utilities | 33% higher |
Discover rentals in Fitchburg, MA
5d+ ago
House for rent in Fitchburg
1 bed
1 bath
$850
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.House for rent
Available Jan 1
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Fitchburg
187 High St #2, Fitchburg, MA 01420
2 beds
1 bath
$995
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Jul 1
5d+ ago
47 Simonds St, Fitchburg, MA 01420
2 beds
1 bath
$1,225
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Condo for rent
Available Jun 15
5d+ ago
10 Summer St, Fitchburg, MA 01420
2 beds
1 bath
$1,400
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
1d ago
579 South St, Fitchburg, MA 01420
2 beds
2 baths
$2,250
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Fitchburg
1 bed
1 bath
$1,800
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.House for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Fitchburg
191 Mechanic St #3R, Fitchburg, MA 01420
Studio
0 baths
$1,600
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Jul 1
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Fitchburg
100 Bemis Rd #206, Fitchburg, MA 01420
1 bed
1 bath
$1,595
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Condo for rent
Available Jun 1
14h ago
Verified
115 Highland Ave #3rdFL, Fitchburg, MA 01420
2 beds
1 bath
$1,850
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Jun 14
5d+ ago
53 Forest St, Fitchburg, MA 01420
2 beds
1 bath
$1,825
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Fitchburg
14 Beacon St #1, Fitchburg, MA 01420
Studio
1 bath
$1,350
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Jul 1
18h ago
Southside apartment for rent in Fitchburg
184 Laurel St #2, Fitchburg, MA 01420
3 beds
1 bath
$1,950
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Jun 22
3d ago
38 Cascade St, Fitchburg, MA 01420
3 beds
1 bath
$1,850
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
3d ago
218 Laurel St, Fitchburg, MA 01420
3 beds
1 bath
$1,900
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Fitchburg
26 Hale St #2L, Fitchburg, MA 01420
2 beds
1 bath
$1,550
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Condo for rent
Available Jun 15
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Fitchburg
26 Hale St #3L, Fitchburg, MA 01420
2 beds
1 bath
$1,550
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Jun 4
14h ago
Verified
115 Highland Ave #3rdFL, Fitchburg, MA 01420
2 beds
1 bath
$1,850
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Jun 14
2d ago
Cleghorn apartment for rent in Fitchburg
348 Fairmount St, Fitchburg, MA 01420
3 beds
1 bath
$2,400
$2,300
Price drop
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
3d ago
1 Lunenburg St, Fitchburg, MA 01420
1 bed
1 bath
$1,200
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
47 Simonds St, Fitchburg, MA 01420
2 beds
1 bath
$1,225
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Condo for rent
Available Jun 15
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Frequently asked questions for Fitchburg, MA
Quick answers to common questions about the Fitchburg rental market.
How much is rent in Fitchburg?
The average rent in Fitchburg is $1,650 per month as of June 13, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Fitchburg?
Average rent prices in Fitchburg have decreased by 3% over the last month and have decreased by 11% since last year.
How does Fitchburg rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Fitchburg is 15% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $300 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Fitchburg?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Fitchburg are Crockerville ($1,650/mo), Cleghorn ($1,710/mo), and Southside ($1,812/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Fitchburg?
To comfortably afford rent in Fitchburg, you'd need to earn approximately $66,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Fitchburg?
Fitchburg's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $1,400 per month, while two-bedroom units average around $1,800 monthly. Both bedroom types experienced increases from the previous year, with one-bedrooms seeing the largest jump at 17.4% and two-bedrooms rising 5.4%.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).