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9 Isabella StWorcester, MA 01603
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25 Wyman StWorcester, MA 01610
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WorcesterMA01610
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62 Lakewood StWorcester, MA 01603
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WorcesterMA01609
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61 Frank StWorcester, MA 01604
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3 State StWorcester, MA 01609
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63 Highland StWorcester, MA 01609
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588 Main StWorcester, MA 01608
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50 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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76 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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76 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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76 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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76 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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76 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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76 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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507 Main StWorcester, MA 01608
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60 Merrick StWorcester, MA 01609
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50 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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507 Main StWorcester, MA 01608
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507 Main StWorcester, MA 01608
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30 Great Brook Valley AveWorcester, MA 01605
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50 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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8 Portland StWorcester, MA 01608
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50 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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50 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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50 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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128 Chandler StWorcester, MA 01609
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8-16 Portland StWorcester, MA 01608
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8 Portland StWorcester, MA 01608
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63 Highland StWorcester, MA 01609
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24 Charlton StWorcester, MA 01608
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7 Mt Pleasant StWorcester, MA 01610
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50 Franklin St, Unit 1014
50 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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41 Hollywood St., Unit Apt 2, Unit Apt 2
41 Hollywood St.Worcester, MA 01610
5-7 Pleasant St
WorcesterMA01609
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50 Franklin St, Unit 210
50 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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161 West Mountain StWorcester, MA 01606
1041 Main St
WorcesterMA01603
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26 Portland St, Unit 233
26 Portland StWorcester, MA 01608
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50 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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19 Chilmark St, Unit 1, Unit 1
19 Chilmark StWorcester, MA 01604
17 Abington St
WorcesterMA01603
29 Abbott St
WorcesterMA01602
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50 Franklin St, Unit 907
50 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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26 Portland StWorcester, MA 01608
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4 Carlstad St, Unit 2, Unit 2
4 Carlstad StWorcester, MA 01607
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Worcester?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
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| Cheap Worcester Studio Apartments | $1,766 | $1,200 | $2,520 |
| Cheap Worcester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,234 | $958 | $3,805 |
| Cheap Worcester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,708 | $1,550 | $4,990 |
| Cheap Worcester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,694 | $750 | $7,574 |
| Cheap Worcester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,866 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Worcester 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,510 | $3,100 | $4,500 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Worcester, MA
Pricing Updated: 04/19/2026Current apartment rentals in the Worcester, MA area range in price from $750 to $15,832 with an overall median price of $3,604. The three Worcester neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Charlton Depot at $1,500, Charlton City at $1,500, and Glen Echo at $1,400. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Worcester Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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| Charlton Depot | $1,600 | $1,500 | 2 |
| Charlton City | $1,900 | $1,500 | 3 |
| Glen Echo | $2,125 | $1,400 | 5 |
| Hilltop Farms | $2,125 | $1,400 | 6 |
| Morse Hollow | $2,300 | $1,550 | 3 |
| Outer Fitchburg Leominster | $2,300 | $1,125 | 60 |
| North Leominster | $2,450 | $1,125 | 43 |
| Downtown Southbridge | $2,500 | $1,400 | 8 |
| Globe Village | $2,500 | $1,400 | 11 |
| Sandersdale | $2,500 | $1,400 | 8 |
Cheapest Available Worcester Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Worcester, MA is a Studio unit found at Julia Bancroft - 62+ Senior Apartments in the Hadwen Park neighborhood priced from $1,265. The Central Building Residences in the Elm Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,292. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Worcester apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Julia Bancroft - 62+ Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,265 |
| The Central Building Residences | One Bedroom Call For Pricing | 1BR,1BA | $1,292 |
| Residences on Lincoln Square, A 55+ Community | Grove - Studio Income Restricted | Studio,1BA | $1,309 |
| Bancroft On The Grid | WS200 | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| New Park on the Grid | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,375 |
| Catharine Street Apartments | 1 BD/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Park Plaza on the Grid | WS200 | Studio,1BA | $1,425 |
| 40 & 50 Great Brook Valley Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $1,446 |
| Portside on the Grid | WS300 | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Worcester, MA
As of April 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Worcester area is the $1.61 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Townhouse Model at Courthouse Lofts in the in the Elm Park neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Worcester apartment is the 73 Green Hill Pkwy Model at 73 Green Hill Pkwy, Unit 2 starting at $2,590 with a $1.59 price per square foot in the Biotech Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Worcester apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Courthouse Lofts | 3 Bedroom Townhouse | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.61 |
| 73 Green Hill Pkwy, Unit 2 | 73 Green Hill Pkwy | 4BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| 11 Chadwick St, Unit 2 | 11 Chadwick St | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.38 |
| 6 Jefferson St, Unit 2 | 6 Jefferson St | 3BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| 32 Douglas St, Unit Apt 2 | 32 Douglas St | 3BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| 91 Providence St, Unit Spacious 3 bedroom unit | 91 Providence St | 3BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| 92 on North Main | A225 | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| 19 Chilmark St, Unit 1 | 19 Chilmark St | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| 4 Carlstad St, Unit 2 | 4 Carlstad St | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| 41 Hollywood St., Unit Apt 2 | 41 Hollywood St. | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
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Worcester Overview
Worcester (colloquially pronounced “Woo-ster” or “Wista”), reinvigorated on the heels of booming Healthcare and Biotech industries, is now the second most populated city in New England, behind Boston and ahead of Providence. With its roots dating back to the 1600’s, it’s one of America’s oldest communities giving it that traditional colonial feel. The city’s centrality to both Massachusetts and greater New England offers Worcester apartment residents the unique opportunity to engage in a wide array of activities both local and afar. If that’s not enough, expect to feel welcomed with a whole heart as that is the city’s official symbol.
Why live in Worcester, MA?
Worcester apartments may be the most convenient place to live within New England as it is located in the dead-center of Massachusetts making an easy trip out to Vermont, New Hampshire, New York, Rhode Island, and even Connecticut. If the location isn’t enough, then consider the expanding Biotech industry, which brings in thousands of jobs a year at both the academic and practitioner level. With the high concentration of universities (10 in total!) you can expect to be surrounded by highly educated, diverse neighbors who have relocated here from across the country.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Worcester Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Worcester?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Worcester is under $1,450.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Worcester?
The cheapest apartment in Worcester is The Central Building Residences which is listed at $1,292, while the average apartment in Worcester costs $3,604.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Worcester?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 141 regular apartments in Worcester that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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