11 Schussler Rd, Unit 2, Unit 2
11 Schussler Rd
WorcesterMA01609
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Worcester Neighborhood of Worcester, MA from $400 (78 Rentals)
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15 Hawley St, Unit 2
15 Hawley St
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15 Hawley St, Unit 1
15 Hawley St
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158B Beacon St
WorcesterMA01610
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Colton Apartments
588 Main StWorcester, MA 01608
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3 State St, Unit B1
3 State StWorcester, MA 01609
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50 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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74-78 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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76 Franklin St, Unit 6
76 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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76 Franklin St, Unit 39
76 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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76 Franklin St, Unit 17
76 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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76 Franklin St, Unit 15
76 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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76 Franklin St, Unit 16
76 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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507 Main St, Unit 402
507 Main StWorcester, MA 01608
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76 Franklin St, Unit 40
76 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCatharine Street Apartments
40 Catharine StWorcester, MA 01605
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$1,425 - $1,800
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowPortside on the Grid
8-16 Portland StWorcester, MA 01608
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507 Main StWorcester, MA 01608
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50 Franklin St, Unit 726
50 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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507 Main St, Unit 702
507 Main StWorcester, MA 01608
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8 Portland St, Unit 304
8 Portland StWorcester, MA 01608
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50 Franklin St, Unit 1005
50 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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50 Franklin St, Unit 926
50 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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50 Franklin St, Unit 416
50 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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24 Charlton St, Unit 16
24 Charlton StWorcester, MA 01608
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34 William St, Unit A
34 William StWorcester, MA 01609
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146 Chandler St, Unit Unit 6
146 Chandler StWorcester, MA 01609
5-7 Pleasant St
WorcesterMA01609
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50 Franklin St, Unit 210
50 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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146 Chandler St, Unit Unit 7
146 Chandler StWorcester, MA 01609
16 Bowdoin St
WorcesterMA01609
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$1,575
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19 Chilmark St, Unit 1, Unit 1
19 Chilmark StWorcester, MA 01604
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50 Franklin St, Unit 421
50 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
7 Vinson St
WorcesterMA01605
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60 Franklin St, Unit 401
60 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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50 Franklin St, Unit 822
50 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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82 Franklin St, Unit 307
82 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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50 Franklin St, Unit 620
50 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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50 Franklin St, Unit 307
50 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
Worcester's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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Studio Apartments Available Jun 14Portland on the Grid
26 Portland StWorcester, MA 01608
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507 Main St, Unit 303
507 Main StWorcester, MA 01608
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$1,660 - $2,139
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The 6Hundred
600 Main StWorcester, MA 01608
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507 Main St, Unit 503
507 Main StWorcester, MA 01608
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50 Franklin St, Unit 929
50 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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50 Franklin St, Unit 820
50 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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74 Rodney St, Unit 3
74 Rodney StWorcester, MA 01605
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507 Main St, Unit 1006
507 Main StWorcester, MA 01608
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27 Shelby St, Unit Basement
27 Shelby StWorcester, MA 01605
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$1,730 - $3,580
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1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityJunction Shop Lofts
64 Beacon StWorcester, MA 01610
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Downtown Worcester, Worcester, MA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Worcester?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
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| Downtown Worcester Studio Apartments | $1,681 | $1,200 | $2,315 |
| Downtown Worcester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,187 | $1,400 | $2,995 |
| Downtown Worcester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,685 | $1,550 | $4,400 |
| Downtown Worcester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,476 | $1,742 | $6,300 |
| Downtown Worcester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,544 | $1,850 | $3,580 |
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There are currently 78 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Worcester Neighborhood of Worcester, MA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Worcester Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Worcester area of Worcester, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Central Building Residences priced from $1,292. Residences on Lincoln Square, A 55+ Community has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,309. Here are the most affordable Downtown Worcester apartments for rent in Worcester, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| 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 | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Catharine Street Apartments | 1 BD/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Park Plaza on the Grid | WS200 | Studio,1BA | $1,425 |
| Portside on the Grid | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,425 |
| The 6Hundred | 0x1ArT2-1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,660 |
| The Revington | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,797 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Worcester, MA
As of May 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Worcester area is the $1.17 price per square foot 58 Houghton St Model at 58 Houghton St, Unit 2 in the in the Downtown Worcester neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Downtown Worcester apartment is the 3 Bedroom Townhouse Model at Courthouse Lofts starting at $2,900 with a $1.61 price per square foot in the Elm Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Worcester apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 58 Houghton St, Unit 2 | 58 Houghton St | 3BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Courthouse Lofts | 3 Bedroom Townhouse | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.61 |
| 91 Providence St, Unit Spacious 3 bedroom unit | 91 Providence St | 3BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| 32 John St, Unit 3 | 32 John St | 4BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| 9 Division St, Unit 3R | 9 Division St | 3BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| 69 Catharine St, Unit 3 | 69 Catharine St | 3BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| 100 Wall St | Two Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| 20 Eden St | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| 19 Chilmark St, Unit 1 | 19 Chilmark St | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| The Central Building Residences | One Bedroom Call For Pricing | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Worcester Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Worcester?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Worcester is under $1,797.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Worcester?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Worcester is The Central Building Residences which is listed at $1,292, while the average apartment in Downtown Worcester costs $3,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 2 regular apartments in Downtown Worcester 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 Downtown Worcester?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Worcester have an average cost of $154 which is $2,846 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Worcester.
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Local Secrets: Finding the Top Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in Worcester
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Worcester is a vibrant, culturally rich and diverse city at the heart of central Massachusetts.
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