
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Neighborhood of Marlborough, MA from $1,400 (19 Rentals)
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109 Mechanic St

145 Pleasant St, Unit 406 A

107 Broad St

32 W Main St

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149 Main St
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165 Main St

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115 W Main St, Unit 1

39 Franklin St, Unit 2

Heights at Marlborough

Brook Village East

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Royal Crest Marlboro
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35 High St, Unit 2

487 Lincoln St, Unit 2

20 Gibbon St

149 Main St

186 Broad St, Unit 5

43 Winthrop St, Unit 2
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61 Fairmount St
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 | $1,650 | $1,650 | $1,650 |
| Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,541 | $1,450 | $3,330 |
| Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,226 | $1,500 | $4,107 |
| Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
| Downtown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,695 | $2,695 | $2,695 |
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There are currently 19 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 1 Bed unit found at Brook Village East priced from $1,950. Royal Crest Marlboro has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,960. Here are the most affordable Downtown apartments for rent in Worcester, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brook Village East | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Royal Crest Marlboro | The Buckingham | 1BR,1BA | $1,960 |
| Heights at Marlborough | A2: 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,111 |
| 57 Main Street | A | 1BR,1BA | $2,349 |
| Alta French Hill | A7 | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown, MA
As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown area is the $2.50 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Brook Village East in the in the Marlborough Junction neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Downtown apartment is the D Model at 57 Main Street starting at $2,950 with a $3.65 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brook Village East | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.50 |
| 57 Main Street | D | 1BR,1BA | $3.65 |
| Alta French Hill | A18.2D | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | Den | 1BR,1BA | $3.83 |
| Heights at Marlborough | A2: 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| Royal Crest Marlboro | The Buckingham | 1BR,1BA | $3.27 |
| 149 Main St | 149 Main St | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| 165 Main St | 165 Main St | Studio ,1BA | $3.47 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown, Marlborough, MA
Ranked #3
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Apartment is $1,950 at Brook Village East.
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.
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