Cheap Homes for Rent in East Side Neighborhood of Worcester, MA from $1,700 (15 Rentals)

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property at 73 Green Hill Pkwy

73 Green Hill Pkwy

WorcesterMA01605
property at 39 Dartmouth St

39 Dartmouth St

WorcesterMA01604
property at 51 Alvarado Ave

51 Alvarado Ave

WorcesterMA01604

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property at 5 Locust Ave

5 Locust Ave

WorcesterMA01604
property at 18 Shamrock St

18 Shamrock St

WorcesterMA01605
property at 44 Gage St

44 Gage St

WorcesterMA01605
property at 77 Merrifield St

77 Merrifield St

WorcesterMA01605

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property at 17 Shamrock St

17 Shamrock St

WorcesterMA01605
property at 36 Shamrock St

36 Shamrock St

WorcesterMA01605
property at 26 Vinson St

26 Vinson St

WorcesterMA01605
property at 26 E Worcester St

26 E Worcester St

WorcesterMA01604

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East Side, Worcester, MA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Side, MA

As of October 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Side area is the $1.48 price per square foot 274 Plantation St Model at 274 Plantation St, Unit 1ST UNIT in the in the Biotech Park neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value East Side apartment is the 82 Green Hill Pky Model at 82 Green Hill Pky, Unit 2 starting at $2,400 with a $1.60 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.
274 Plantation St, Unit 1ST UNIT274 Plantation St3BR,1BA$1.48
82 Green Hill Pky, Unit 282 Green Hill Pky4BR,1BA$1.60
74 Green Hill Pky, Unit 374 Green Hill Pky2BR,1BA$1.24
43 Olga Ave, Unit Worcestert U Mass near43 Olga Ave3BR,1BA$1.23
9 Rena St, Unit 9 Rena St #39 Rena St3BR,1BA$1.46
64 Hamilton St, Unit 2nd Floor64 Hamilton St4BR,1BA$2.00
81 Merrifield St, Unit 181 Merrifield St3BR,1BA$1.88
73 Green Hill Pky, Unit 273 Green Hill Pky4BR,2BA$2.80
377 Shrewsbury St, Unit 2377 Shrewsbury St4BR,3BA$3.00
95 Green Hill Pky, Unit 295 Green Hill Pky3BR,1BA$2.08

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Side, Worcester, MA

Ranked #27

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Side

What type of rentals are currently available in East Side?

There are currently 116 Apartments for Rent in East Side, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,150 to $3,500. There are also 26 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Side ranging from $1,790 to $4,500.

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 $1,790 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,706.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Local Secrets: Finding the Top Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in Worcester

Written by: Kevin Wesley

Worcester is a vibrant, culturally rich and diverse city at the heart of central Massachusetts.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.