
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Neighborhood of Marlborough, MA from $1,400 (13 Rentals)
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145 Pleasant St, Unit 106 A, Unit 106 A

107 Broad St

32 W Main St

Brook Village East
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165 Main St

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149 Main St

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87 Broad St, Unit 1, Unit 1

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Royal Crest Marlboro

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22 Franklin St, Unit Studio, Unit Studio
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Downtown, Marlborough, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Studio Apartments | $1,705 | $1,600 | $1,850 |
| Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,554 | $1,595 | $3,330 |
| Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,160 | $1,500 | $3,768 |
| Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,055 | $3,950 | $4,115 |
| Downtown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,200 | $3,200 | $3,200 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Neighborhood of Marlborough, MA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown area of Worcester, MA is a Studio unit found at Brook Village East priced from $1,600. Royal Crest Marlboro has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,845. Here are the most affordable Downtown apartments for rent in Worcester, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brook Village East | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
| Royal Crest Marlboro | The Astor | 1BR,1BA | $1,845 |
| 57 Main Street | A | 1BR,1BA | $2,499 |
| Alta French Hill | JR-2 | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,510 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown, MA
As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown area is the $2.26 price per square foot 53 Edinboro St Model at 53 Edinboro St, Unit 53 in the in the Marlborough Junction neighborhood starting from $3,950. The second greatest value Downtown apartment is the D Model at 57 Main Street starting at $3,075 with a $3.80 price per square foot in the Marlborough Junction neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 53 Edinboro St, Unit 53 | 53 Edinboro St | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.26 |
| 57 Main Street | D | 1BR,1BA | $3.80 |
| Royal Crest Marlboro | The Astor | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| 22 Franklin St, Unit Studio | 22 Franklin St | Studio ,1BA | $2.85 |
| Alta French Hill | JR-2 | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.02 |
| 87 Broad St, Unit 1 | 87 Broad St | 1BR,1BA | $3.24 |
| 165 Main St | 165 Main St | Studio ,1BA | $3.51 |
| Brook Village East | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.82 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown is at Brook Village East listed at $1,600.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Apartment is $1,845 at Royal Crest Marlboro.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown is starting from $2,100 at Brook Village East.
What is the most affordable Downtown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 57 Main Street and starts from $4,100.
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