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Last updated on October 29, 2026
Average rent in
Fitchburg, MA
Average rent in
Last updated on October 29, 2026
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Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Fitchburg rent stands today
Fitchburg, MA rent rose modestly year over year, with a current median of $1,800/month. Renters are paying $27 more per month on average than last year, while month-to-month rent is unchanged.
Compared to national trends
Fitchburg sits 5.3% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering a modestly priced market with 66 total rentals available.
Price ranges
Studios in Fitchburg run around $1,288/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,550/month, and 2-bedrooms around $1,750/month, with 3-bedrooms at $2,000/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,575/month. Apartments make up 82.1% of rentals, with houses renting at a median of $2,150/month.
Median rent
Median rent in Fitchburg
$1,800/mo
2%vs previous year
The average rent in Fitchburg is $1,800 per month as of October 2026. This is 5% below the national average rent, or $100 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Fitchburg
66
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Fitchburg rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Fitchburg, MA
Average rent prices in Fitchburg have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 2% 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 $1,850, whereas a house costs $2,150. 1-bedroom apartments in Fitchburg run $1,550 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,750.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,287 | No Change | No Change | |
1 bedroom | $1,550 |  2% | 3% | |
2 bedroom | $1,750 | No Change | No Change | |
3 bedroom | $2,000 | No Change | No Change | |
4 bedroom | $2,575 | 6% | 3% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Cleghorn | $1,875 | |
Crockerville | $1,675 | |
Rollstone Hill | $1,775 | |
Southside | $1,675 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,850 | 2% | 6% | |
Condos | $1,762 | No Change | 30% | |
Houses | $2,150 | 6% | 16% | |
Rooms | $1,577 | No Change | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,287
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,550
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
3%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,750
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,000
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,575
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
3%
Cleghorn
Average rent
$1,875
Southside
Average rent
$1,675
Crockerville
Average rent
$1,675
Rollstone Hill
Average rent
$1,775
Apartments
Average rent
$1,850
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
6%
Condos
Average rent
$1,762
Last year
30%
Houses
Average rent
$2,150
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
16%
Rooms
Average rent
$1,577
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
5%lower than the national median
1%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Fitchburg, MA is 6% lower than the median rent in Ayer, MA.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,922
13%$1,772
19%$2,300
38%$2,450
6%$2,125
8%$1,837
2%$1,762
5%$2,720
1%$2,200
7%$2,415
2%$2,630
28%$1,745
3%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 | 32% higher |
Discover rentals in Fitchburg, MA
2d ago
24 Mount Globe St, Fitchburg, MA 01420
2 beds
1 bath
$1,350
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Condo for rent
Available Oct 14
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Fitchburg
20 Congress St, Fitchburg, MA 01420
2 beds
1 bath
$1,400
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Aug 15
1h ago
10 Summer St, Fitchburg, MA 01420
2 beds
1 bath
$1,450
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
8h ago
Southside apartment for rent in Fitchburg
370 Rollstone St #3, Fitchburg, MA 01420
2 beds
1 bath
$1,450
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Nov 1
1d ago
163 Mechanic St, Fitchburg, MA 01420
Studio–4 beds
1 bath
$1,350–$2,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$2,400
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Aug 1
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Fitchburg
855 John Fitch Hwy #23, Fitchburg, MA 01420
2 beds
1 bath
$2,250
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Condo for rent
Available Nov 1
5d+ ago
Southside apartment for rent in Fitchburg
2 beds
0 baths
$2,200
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 23
5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$2,400
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Aug 1
8h ago
Southside apartment for rent in Fitchburg
370 Rollstone St #3, Fitchburg, MA 01420
2 beds
1 bath
$1,450
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Nov 1
21h ago
6 Mary Anna Dr, Fitchburg, MA 01420
2 beds
1 bath
$1,995
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
4d ago
Cleghorn apartment for rent in Fitchburg
45 Dumais St #1, Fitchburg, MA 01420
1 bed
1 bath
$1,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Nov 1
5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$2,400
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Aug 1
2d ago
38 Cascade St, Fitchburg, MA 01420
2 beds
1 bath
$1,650
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
218 Laurel St, Fitchburg, MA 01420
3 beds
1 bath
$1,800
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
16h ago
52 Myrtle Ave, Fitchburg, MA 01420
2–4 beds
1 bath
$1,700–$1,925
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1h ago
10 Summer St, Fitchburg, MA 01420
2 beds
1 bath
$1,450
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
16h ago
52 Myrtle Ave, Fitchburg, MA 01420
4 beds
1 bath
$1,925
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
8h ago
Southside apartment for rent in Fitchburg
370 Rollstone St #3, Fitchburg, MA 01420
2 beds
1 bath
$1,450
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Nov 1
2d ago
Southside apartment for rent in Fitchburg
224 Laurel St, Fitchburg, MA 01420
3 beds
1 bath
$1,995
Price dropped $105Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
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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 $1,800 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Fitchburg?
Average rent prices in Fitchburg have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 2% since last year.
How does Fitchburg rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Fitchburg is 5% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $100 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Fitchburg?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Fitchburg are Southside ($1,675/mo), Crockerville ($1,675/mo), and Rollstone Hill ($1,775/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Fitchburg?
To comfortably afford rent in Fitchburg, you'd need to earn approximately $72,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Fitchburg?
April offers the best rental prices in Fitchburg, with rents running about 6% lower than February's peak. Though April brings more competition from other renters, the savings can make it worth considering for your apartment search.
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).