Bedroom count
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Last updated on September 14, 2026
Average rent in
Fitchburg, MA
Average rent in
Last updated on September 14, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Fitchburg rent stands today
Fitchburg, MA rent rose 9.1% year over year, with a current median of $1,800/month. Renters are paying $94 more per month on average than last year, continuing a climb since the trough in September 2024 but still below the peak of $1,950 in June 2025.
Compared to national trends
Fitchburg sits 5.3% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, with 77 total rentals offering a smaller but accessible market for renters.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in Fitchburg rent for $1,350/month, 1-bedrooms for $1,550/month, and 2-bedrooms for $1,750/month. Larger units include 3-bedrooms at $2,000/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,650/month. The bedroom rent range shows a steady increase with unit size.
Median rent
Median rent in Fitchburg
$1,800/mo
9%vs previous year
The average rent in Fitchburg is $1,800 per month as of September 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
77
for rent on Zumper.com as of September 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Fitchburg rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Fitchburg, MA
Average rent prices in Fitchburg have increased by 3% over the last month and have increased by 9% 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 $1,800, whereas a house costs $2,475. 1-bedroom apartments in Fitchburg run $1,550 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,750.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,350 | No Change | 1% | |
1 bedroom | $1,550 | 7% | 5% | |
2 bedroom | $1,750 |  1% | 5% | |
3 bedroom | $2,000 | 7% | No Change | |
4 bedroom | $2,650 | 3% | 8% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Cleghorn | $1,825 | |
Crockerville | $1,800 | |
Rollstone Hill | $1,700 | |
Southside | $1,700 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,800 | 2% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,700 | 1% | No Change | |
Houses | $2,475 | 8% | No Change | |
Rooms | $1,688 | 6% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,350
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
1%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,550
Last 30 days
7%
Last year
5%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,750
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
5%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,000
Last 30 days
7%
Last year
No Change
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,650
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
8%
Cleghorn
Average rent
$1,825
Southside
Average rent
$1,700
Rollstone Hill
Average rent
$1,700
Crockerville
Average rent
$1,800
Apartments
Average rent
$1,800
Last 30 days
2%
Condos
Average rent
$1,700
Last 30 days
1%
Houses
Average rent
$2,475
Last 30 days
8%
Rooms
Average rent
$1,688
Last 30 days
6%
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
3%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Fitchburg, MA is 3% lower than the median rent in Ayer, MA.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,850
1%$2,022
2%$1,890
3%$2,200
$2,465
3%$1,750
2%$1,800
13%$2,707
4%$2,200
6%$2,221
6%$2,465
26%$1,850
8%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
24 Mount Globe St, Fitchburg, MA 01420
2 beds
1 bath
$1,515
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Condo for rent
Available Sep 14
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Fitchburg
14 Congress St, Fitchburg, MA 01420
3 beds
1 bath
$1,550
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Aug 27
2d ago
15 Winter St, Fitchburg, MA 01420
2 beds
1 bath
$1,600
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
163 Mechanic St, Fitchburg, MA 01420
Studio–4 beds
1 bath
$1,350–$2,500
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
16h ago
Cleghorn apartment for rent in Fitchburg
67 Beech St #1, Fitchburg, MA 01420
2 beds
1 bath
$2,400
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 1
5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$2,400
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Aug 1
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Fitchburg
15 Belmont St #17, Fitchburg, MA 01420
1 bed
1 bath
$2,300
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 1
5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$2,400
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Aug 1
16h ago
Apartment for rent in Fitchburg
60 Grove St #1, Fitchburg, MA 01420
2 beds
1 bath
$2,050
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 Sep 1
1d ago
Apartment for rent in Fitchburg
40 Garnet St #3, Fitchburg, MA 01420
2 beds
1 bath
$1,900
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 14
4d ago
6 Mary Anna Dr, Fitchburg, MA 01420
2 beds
1 bath
$1,900
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$2,400
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Aug 1
5d+ ago
38 Cascade St, Fitchburg, MA 01420
2 beds
1 bath
$1,700
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
2d ago
15 Winter St, Fitchburg, MA 01420
2 beds
1 bath
$1,600
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
4d ago
26 Crescent St, Fitchburg, MA 01420
2 beds
1 bath
$1,600
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
16h ago
Apartment for rent in Fitchburg
60 Grove St #1, Fitchburg, MA 01420
2 beds
1 bath
$2,050
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 Sep 1
2d ago
Apartment for rent in Fitchburg
17 Bond St #B, Fitchburg, MA 01420
3 beds
1 bath
$1,800
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
2d ago
15 Winter St, Fitchburg, MA 01420
2 beds
1 bath
$1,600
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
3d ago
773 Main 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
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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 September 12, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Fitchburg?
Average rent prices in Fitchburg have increased by 3% over the last month and have increased by 9% 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 ($1,700/mo), Rollstone Hill ($1,700/mo), and Crockerville ($1,800/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).