Cheap Homes for Rent in the East Side Neighborhood of Worcester, MA from $1,675 (12 Rentals)

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property at 78 Eastern Ave
$1,675

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,675

Total Monthly Price$1,675
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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78 Eastern Ave

WorcesterMA01605
property at 755 Franklin St
$1,700

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,700

Total Monthly Price$1,700
12 Month Lease Term
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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755 Franklin St, Unit 2

755 Franklin St
WorcesterMA01604
property at 264 Belmont St
$1,800

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,800

Total Monthly Price$1,800
3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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264 Belmont St, Unit 2

264 Belmont St
WorcesterMA01604

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property at 327 Plantation St
$2,100

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,100

Total Monthly Price$2,100
12 Month Lease Term
2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent
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327 Plantation St, Unit 308

327 Plantation St
WorcesterMA01604
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property at 325 Plantation St
$2,100

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,100

Total Monthly Price$2,100
12 Month Lease Term
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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325 Plantation St, Unit 113

325 Plantation St
WorcesterMA01604
property at 35 Chilmark St
$2,200

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Base Rent$2,200

Total Monthly Price$2,200
2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome for Rent
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35 Chilmark St

WorcesterMA01604

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East Side, Worcester, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Side Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
39 Wall St2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1,650
Railroad Lofts1x11BR,1BA$1,950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Side, MA

As of September 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Side area is the $1.53 price per square foot 327 Hamilton St Model at 327 Hamilton St, Unit Apartment 2 in the in the Broadmeadow neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value East Side apartment is the 109 Merrifield St Model at 109 Merrifield St, Unit 109 Merrifield St Unit 2 starting at $2,300 with a $1.53 price per square foot in the Biotech Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Side apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
327 Hamilton St, Unit Apartment 2327 Hamilton St3BR,1.5BA$1.53
109 Merrifield St, Unit 109 Merrifield St Unit 2109 Merrifield St3BR,1BA$1.53
46 Channing St, Unit 246 Channing St3BR,1BA$1.73
271 Shrewsbury St, Unit 1271 Shrewsbury St3BR,1BA$1.39
100 Wall StTwo Bedrooms2BR,1BA$1.87
23 Wilson St, Unit 3rd Floor23 Wilson St3BR,1BA$1.93
266 Belmont St, Unit Third Floor266 Belmont St2BR,1BA$1.60
101 Fairmont Ave, Unit 3101 Fairmont Ave2BR,1BA$1.70
24 Lake Ave, Unit 24 Lake Ave24 Lake Ave2BR,1BA$1.95
39 Wall St2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.94

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East Side, Worcester, MA

Ranked #42

Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about East Side

What type of rentals are currently available in East Side?

There are currently 146 Apartments for Rent in East Side, MA with pricing that ranges from $950 to $3,400. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Side ranging from $1,675 to $5,950.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Side?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Side ranges from $1,675 to $5,950 with an average monthly rent of $2,720.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East Side?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Side range from $950 to $3,100, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,800 to $5,950. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,550.

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