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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Worcester Neighborhood of Worcester, MA from $400 (62 Rentals)
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Studio Apartments Available NowColton Apartments
588 Main StWorcester, MA 01608
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28 William St
28 William StWorcester, MA 01609
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$1,309 - $1,684
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowResidences on Lincoln Square, A 55+ Community
2 Lincoln StWorcester, MA 01609
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$1,350 - $2,200
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowBancroft On The Grid
50 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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50 Franklin St
50 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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76 Franklin St
76 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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76 Franklin St
76 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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$1,375 - $1,450
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Studio Apartments Available Apr 1New Park on the Grid
74-78 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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$1,400Studio Apartments Available May 1
76 Franklin St
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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76 Franklin St
76 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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507 Main St
507 Main StWorcester, MA 01608
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8 Portland St
8 Portland StWorcester, MA 01608
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76 Franklin St
76 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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$1,425 - $2,350
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowPark Plaza on the Grid
507 Main StWorcester, MA 01608
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowPortside on the Grid
8-16 Portland StWorcester, MA 01608
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50 Franklin St
50 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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76 Franklin St
76 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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50 Franklin St
50 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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28 William St
28 William StWorcester, MA 01609
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8 Portland St
8 Portland StWorcester, MA 01608
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34 William St
34 William StWorcester, MA 01609
5-7 Pleasant St
WorcesterMA01609
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50 Franklin St
50 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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50 Franklin St
50 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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50 Franklin St
50 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
10 1/2 Ellsworth St
WorcesterMA01610
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$1,649 - $2,170
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe 6Hundred
600 Main StWorcester, MA 01608
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$1,650 - $2,275
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowPortland on the Grid
26 Portland StWorcester, MA 01608
Worcester's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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507 Main St
507 Main StWorcester, MA 01608
16 Bowdoin St
WorcesterMA01609
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26 Portland St
26 Portland StWorcester, MA 01608
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26 Portland St
26 Portland StWorcester, MA 01608
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50 Franklin St
50 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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507 Main St
507 Main StWorcester, MA 01608
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50 Franklin St
50 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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82 Franklin St
82 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
50 Millbury St
WorcesterMA01610
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50 Franklin St
50 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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50 Franklin St
50 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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507 Main St
507 Main StWorcester, MA 01608
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507 Main St
507 Main StWorcester, MA 01608
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507 Main St
507 Main StWorcester, MA 01608
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507 Main St
507 Main StWorcester, MA 01608
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507 Main St
507 Main StWorcester, MA 01608
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
Hadley Apartments
657 Main StWorcester, MA 01610
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30 Cedar St
30 Cedar StWorcester, MA 01609
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9 Mount Vernon
9 Mount Vernon StWorcester, MA 01605
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Houghton On The Grid
80-82 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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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 | $1,775 | $1,200 | $2,340 |
| Downtown Worcester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,114 | $958 | $4,200 |
| Downtown Worcester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,674 | $1,650 | $4,275 |
| Downtown Worcester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,434 | $1,800 | $4,069 |
| Downtown Worcester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,675 | $2,000 | $3,580 |
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There are currently 62 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 Studio unit found at Colton Apartments priced from $1,200. Residences on Lincoln Square, A 55+ Community has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed 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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| Colton Apartments | 0x1AcT3 | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Residences on Lincoln Square, A 55+ Community | Grove Studio - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $1,309 |
| Bancroft On The Grid | WS200 | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Catharine Street Apartments | 1 BD/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Portland on the Grid | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| Park Plaza on the Grid | WA1400 | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| The Reeds | A3 | Studio,1BA | $1,745 |
| The Cove | A1 | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
| 145 Front at City Square | Studio Floorplans | Studio,1BA | $1,772 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Worcester, MA
As of March 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown 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 Downtown Worcester apartment is the 9 Townsend St Model at 9 Townsend St, Unit 3 starting at $2,200 with a $1.47 price per square foot in the West Tatnuck 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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| Courthouse Lofts | 3 Bedroom Townhouse | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.61 |
| 9 Townsend St, Unit 3 | 9 Townsend St | 4BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| 91 Providence St, Unit Spacious 3 bedroom unit | 91 Providence St | 3BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| 49 Waverly St, Unit Apt.2 | 49 Waverly St | 3BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| 10 Cottage St, Unit 1 | 10 Cottage St | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 5 Dayton Pl, Unit 2 | 5 Dayton Pl | 3BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| 32 John St, Unit 3 | 32 John St | 4BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| 6 Leon St, Unit Leon Street | 6 Leon St | 3BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 100 Wall St | Two Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| 58 Cutler St, Unit Apartment #3 | 58 Cutler St | 3BR,1BA | $1.82 |
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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 $1,772.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Worcester?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Worcester is Residences on Lincoln Square, A 55+ Community which is listed at $1,309, while the average apartment in Downtown Worcester costs $4,500.
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 19 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 $175 which is $4,325 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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Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.
A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.