
Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Worcester Neighborhood of Worcester, MA from $600 (58 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Downtown Worcester area of Worcester.


158B Beacon St

15 Hawley St, Unit 2

15 Hawley St, Unit 1

158B Beacon St

3 State St, Unit B1

50 Franklin St, Unit 704

76 Franklin St, Unit 6

76 Franklin St, Unit 40

76 Franklin St, Unit 39
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76 Franklin St, Unit 17

76 Franklin St, Unit 15

76 Franklin St, Unit 16

507 Main St, Unit 402

50 Franklin St, Unit 726

507 Main St, Unit 702

8 Portland St, Unit 304

50 Franklin St, Unit 716

50 Franklin St, Unit 416

50 Franklin St, Unit 1005
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8 Portland St, Unit 206

50 Franklin St, Unit 926

24 Charlton St, Unit 16

34 William St, Unit A

7 Mt Pleasant St, Unit 2L

50 Franklin St, Unit 1014

50 Franklin St, Unit 210

26 Portland St, Unit 233

50 Franklin St, Unit 907

50 Franklin St, Unit 421
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60 Franklin St, Unit 401

507 Main St, Unit 801

50 Franklin St, Unit 805

507 Main St, Unit 810

507 Main St, Unit 303

50 Franklin St, Unit 822

82 Franklin St, Unit 307

50 Franklin St, Unit 522

50 Franklin St, Unit 620

50 Franklin St, Unit 307
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50 Franklin St, Unit 528

26 Portland St, Unit 225

26 Portland St, Unit 223

50 Franklin St, Unit 1023

50 Franklin St, Unit 929

507 Main St, Unit 503

507 Main St, Unit 1006

50 Franklin St, Unit 305

50 Franklin St, Unit 209

27 Shelby St, Unit Basement
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Downtown Worcester, Worcester, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Worcester?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Worcester 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,330 | $1,750 | $2,750 |
| Downtown Worcester 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,615 | $1,050 | $5,900 |
| Downtown Worcester 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,450 | $3,450 | $3,450 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 58 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Kelley Square Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Worcester, MA
As of April 29, 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 91 Providence St Model at 91 Providence St, Unit Spacious 3 bedroom unit starting at $2,100 with a $1.62 price per square foot in the Downtown Worcester 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 10 Cottage St, Unit 1 | 10 Cottage St | 3BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| 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 |
| 19 Chilmark St, Unit 1 | 19 Chilmark St | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| 81 Merrifield St | 81 Merrifield St | 2BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| The Central Building Residences | One Bedroom Call For Pricing | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Worcester
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Worcester?
There are currently 447 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Worcester, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,200 to $6,300. There are also 112 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Worcester ranging from $690 to $5,900.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Worcester?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Worcester ranges from $690 to $5,900 with an average monthly rent of $2,452.
Expert Rental Resources
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