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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Business District Worcester, MA from $400 (26 Rentals)
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Merrick at the Square
73 Merrick StWorcester, MA 01609
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Grid District - 50 Franklin
50 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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127 Highland
127-131 Highland StWorcester, MA 01609
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Central Business District, Worcester, MA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Business District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Business District Studio Apartments | $2,125 | $1,309 | $3,625 |
| Central Business District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,421 | $958 | $4,025 |
| Central Business District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,790 | $1,403 | $4,249 |
| Central Business District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,416 | $1,250 | $4,023 |
| Central Business District 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,743 | $2,000 | $3,580 |
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There are currently 26 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central Business District Neighborhood of Worcester, MA.
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Cheapest Available Central Business District Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Business District area of Worcester, MA is a Studio unit found at Grid District - 50 Franklin priced from $1,325. Colton Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,550. Here are the most affordable Central Business District apartments for rent in Worcester, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grid District - 50 Franklin | WS200 | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
| Colton Apartments | 1x1AcT3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| 127 Highland | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| The 6Hundred | 1x1DR1T3-1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,815 |
| 24 Eden St | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1,875 |
| The Cove | A1 | Studio,1BA | $1,899 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Business District, MA
As of June 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Business District area is the $0.72 price per square foot 70 Fox St Model at 70 Fox St, Unit # 2 Fox St in the in the Elm Park neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Central Business District apartment is the 14 Auburn St Model at 14 Auburn St, Unit 1 starting at $2,400 with a $1.85 price per square foot in the Elm Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Business District apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 70 Fox St, Unit # 2 Fox St | 70 Fox St | 3BR,1BA | $0.72 |
| 14 Auburn St, Unit 1 | 14 Auburn St | 2BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| 81 Merrifield St, Unit 3 | 81 Merrifield St | 3BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| 100 Wall St | Two Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| 24 Eden St | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 127 Highland | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| 76 Fairmont Ave, Unit 2 | 76 Fairmont Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| 26 Dover St, Unit #3 | 26 Dover St | 2BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| 15 Arthur St | 15 Arthur St | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 15 Wachusett St, Unit 3 | 15 Wachusett St | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Business District Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Central Business District?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Central Business District is under $1,899.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central Business District?
The cheapest apartment in Central Business District is Colton Apartments which is listed at $1,550, while the average apartment in Central Business District costs $10,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central Business District?
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 3 regular apartments in Central Business District that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Central Business District?
Cheap apartments in Central Business District have an average cost of $201 which is $9,799 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central Business District.
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