Gardner Apartments For Rent

Overview of Gardner

Located in the heart of central Massachusetts, Gardner is a small community just outside of Worcester with about 20,200 people, perfect for anyone looking for a traditional East Coast lifestyle in Gardner apartments for rent. The area is well-known among outdoors enthusiasts because there are plenty of trails and lake activities to entertain many residents of Gardner apartments.

Anyone looking for Gardner apartments for rent will have the luxury of watching all four seasons change each year, while being tucked away from the city each day.

Living in Gardner, MA

The quaint community of Gardner was first established as a town in 1764. More people began to migrate to Gardner, and by 1805, it became a known center for the furniture and lumber industries.

Residents living in Gardner apartments for rent have an average cost of living that is estimated to be 5.2 percent less than the rest of the state of Massachusetts and 13.5 percent greater than the rest of the nation, reported AreaVibes.

Gardner is the home of one of the most well-known furniture production companies in the country, Heywood-Wakefield furniture. To this day, the company makes some of what furniture enthusiasts believe to be valuable collectibles. Aside from the interior design industry, Gardner offers job opportunities within health care, education and technology. The top five employers near apartments in Gardner include Henry Heywood Memorial Hospital, Maki Building Centers, Mt. Wachusett Community College, 360 Imaging Inc., and Act Fastening Solutions.

Gardner Attractions and Special Events

This tight-knit town offers a number of family-oriented activities near apartments for rent in Gardner, especially in the summer. Each summer, families are invited to gather with other members of the community for events that feature live music and games, family movie night in the park, classic car shows, walking tours and block parties.

There are several hiking, biking and walking trails that hug the coast of Crystal Lake, one of the city's most beloved spots for community members and out of towners to hang out.

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