Portside on the Grid Apartments

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8-16 Portland St, Worcester, MA 01608

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Portside on the Grid

8-16 Portland St
Worcester, MA 01608
(774) 317-7354
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  • Studio–1 Bedrooms
  • $1,450-$1,800 Plus Fees
  • 315–625 Square Feet

Unique Features and Amenities

  • daily concierge service
  • Downtown location
  • Heat
  • hot water
  • On Site Laundry
  • on-site laundry room
  • Parking available
  • Pet Friendly
  • Resident Lounge
  • sewer
  • trash

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Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Portside on the Grid offers Studio to 1 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,450 and having 315–625 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • Studio

    WS300

    $1,450

    Studio, 1 Bath, 315-335 sq ft
    Plus Fees
    Available Apr 3

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $1,450 April 3, 2026206315
    $1,450 May 14, 2026304335

    Model Amenities and Features

    Fitness & Recreation

    • Fitness Center

    Services

    • Dog Park

    Unique Features

    • Daily Concierge Service
    • Downtown Location
    • Heat
    • Hot Water
    • On site Laundry
    • Pet friendly
    • Resident Lounge
    • Sewer
    • Trash

    Model Lease Information

    Model Price

    • $1,450

    Unit 206 Amenities and Features

    Fitness & Recreation

    • Fitness Center

    Services

    • Dog Park

    Unique Features

    • Daily Concierge Service
    • Downtown Location
    • Heat
    • Hot Water
    • On site Laundry
    • Pet friendly
    • Resident Lounge
    • Sewer
    • Trash

    Unit 206 Lease Information

    Unit Price

    • $1,450

    Unit Description

    Live modern and connected in this stylish studio at Portside on The Grid, with heat included for year-round comfort. The bright, open layout and contemporary finishes maximize space, creating an ideal living environment. An updated kitchen and functional living area offer flexibility without sacrificing style. Residents enjoy on-site amenities such as a fitness center, on-site laundry, and easy access to the city. Step outside and you’re in Worcester’s thriving Grid District, just minutes from Union Station, Polar Park, DCU Center, and Worcester Public Market. Portside on The Grid perfectly blends modern comfort with downtown energy—your all-in-one city living solution.

    Model Lease Information

    Price

    • $1,450Plus Fees

    Unit 304 Amenities and Features

    Fitness & Recreation

    • Fitness Center

    Services

    • Dog Park

    Unique Features

    • Daily Concierge Service
    • Downtown Location
    • Heat
    • Hot Water
    • On site Laundry
    • Pet friendly
    • Resident Lounge
    • Sewer
    • Trash

    Unit 304 Lease Information

    Unit Price

    • $1,450

    Unit Description

    Live modern and connected in this stylish studio at Portside on The Grid, with heat included for year-round comfort. The bright, open layout and contemporary finishes maximize space, creating an ideal living environment. An updated kitchen and functional living area offer flexibility without sacrificing style. Residents enjoy on-site amenities such as a fitness center, on-site laundry, and easy access to the city. Step outside and you’re in Worcester’s thriving Grid District, just minutes from Union Station, Polar Park, DCU Center, and Worcester Public Market. Portside on The Grid perfectly blends modern comfort with downtown energy—your all-in-one city living solution.

    Model Lease Information

    Price

    • $1,450Plus Fees
  • 1 Bedroom

    1BR/1.0BA

    $1,800

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 625 sq ft
    Plus Fees
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtPhotos
    $1,800Available Now408625

    Unit 408 Amenities and Features

    Fitness & Recreation

    • Fitness Center

    Services

    • Dog Park

    Unique Features

    • Daily Concierge Service
    • Downtown Location
    • Heat & Hot Water
    • On site Laundry
    • Pet Friendly
    • Resident Lounge
    • Sewer
    • Trash

    Unit 408 Lease Information

    Unit Price

    • $1,800

    Unit Description

    Enjoy the perfect balance of city convenience and residential comfort in this one-bedroom apartment at Portside on the Grid. Located on a quaint downtown side street, this apartment includes heat and hot water and features classic finishes and an efficient layout designed for modern living. Residents receive full access to Grid District amenities including a fitness center, concierge services, pet-friendly spaces, and exclusive neighborhood perks—just steps from Worcester’s best restaurants, nightlife, and transit.

    Model Lease Information

    Price

    • $1,800Plus Fees
Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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Property Information

  • 30 Units
  • 5 Stories
  • Built in 1925

Lease Terms

  • Flexible

Fees and Policies

Pet Policy and Fees

Pet Policies are Negotiable

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Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Features and Amenities

On-Site Services

  • Maintenance On Site
  • Package Service
  • Property Manager On Site
  • Concierge
  • Pet Play Area
  • Laundry Facilities

Community Features

  • Lounge
  • Elevator

Recreation and Fitness

  • Fitness Center

Kitchen Amenities

  • Instant Hot Water

Living Area Features

  • Vinyl Flooring
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8-16 Portland St, Worcester, MA 01608

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Frequently Asked Questions about Portside on the Grid

Where is Portside on the Grid located?

Portside on the Grid is located at 8-16 Portland St near the Downtown Worcester area of Worcester, MA

What is the current rent range at Portside on the Grid?

Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments at Portside on the Grid currently range from $1,450 to $1,800

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for Portside on the Grid are
  • Monday By Appointment
  • Tuesday By Appointment
  • Wednesday By Appointment
  • Thursday By Appointment
  • Friday By Appointment
  • Saturday By Appointment
  • Sunday By Appointment

Are pets allowed?

Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Nice Value3.2

    The Portside on the Grid Apartments are 16.05% cheaper than the average apartment in the Downtown Worcester area, and 19.65% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Downtown Worcester Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    Studio$1,450$1,741-$291-16.7%
    1 Bedroom$1,800$2,127-$327-15.4%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Worcester

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    Studio$1,450$1,814-$364-20.1%
    1 Bedroom$1,800$2,228-$428-19.2%

    Methodology: On 03/28/2026, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 408 other apartment communities in the immediate area around Portside on the Grid (Downtown Worcester), and 678 other apartment communities in Worcester using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

    Rent Pricing Data as of 03/28/2026

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Renters Reviews and Ratings

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Nearby Schools

Jacob Hiatt Magnet

Worcester School District
772 Main Street
Public School - Grades PK-5
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.6 miles away
5/10

Chandler Elementary Community

Worcester School District
114 Chandler Street
Public School - Grades K-5
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.5 miles away
4/10

University Pk Campus School

Worcester School District
12 Freeland Street
Public School - Grades 6-12
In Attendance Zone4 minute drive / 1.6 miles away
4/10

North High

Worcester School District
140 Harrington Way
Public School - Grades 9-12
In Attendance Zone5 minute drive / 1.8 miles away
1/10

Worcester East Middle

Worcester School District
420 Grafton Street
Public School - Grades 6-8
In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.1 miles away
4/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Portside on the Grid.

Big Box and Retail

Walgreens

472 Lincoln St
5 minute drive / 2.58 miles away

Kohl's

10 Country Club Blvd
6 minute drive / 2.9 miles away

Macy's

385 Southbridge St
9 minute drive / 4.34 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Becker College - Worcester Campus

61 Sever St
2 minute drive / 0.82 miles away

Worcester Polytechnic Institute

100 Institute Road
3 minute drive / 1.12 miles away

Groceries

Shaw's

50 Boston Tpke
5 minute drive / 2.57 miles away

Whole Foods

3 Mozart Ave
6 minute drive / 2.93 miles away

Market Basket

180-228 Hartford Tpke
8 minute drive / 3.97 miles away

Hospitals

St. Vincent Hospital

123 Summer Street
1 minute drive / 0.47 miles away

Adcare Hospital Of Worcester

107 Lincoln Street
3 minute drive / 1.14 miles away

Worcester Recovery Center And Hospital

309 Belmont Street
4 minute drive / 2.14 miles away

Shopping Centers

College Square Plaza

500-702 Southbridge St
2 minute drive / 0.96 miles away

Southbridge Plaza

540-544 Southbridge St
3 minute drive / 1.02 miles away

CVS

490-500 Grafton St
3 minute drive / 1.18 miles away

Portside on the Grid has 5 shopping centers within 1.6 miles.

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage PriceCheapest PriceHighest Price
Worcester Studio Apartments $1,814$1,200$2,530
Worcester 1 Bedroom Apartments $2,228$958$4,200
Worcester 2 Bedroom Apartments $2,707$1,500$5,200
Worcester 3 Bedroom Apartments $2,663$750$7,669
Worcester 4 Bedroom Apartments $2,848$900$10,000+
Worcester 5 Bedroom Apartments $3,750$3,150$4,500

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