
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Elm Park Neighborhood of Worcester, MA from $400 (98 Rentals)
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3 State St, Unit B1

43 Austin St, Unit 42

Bancroft On The Grid

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50 Franklin St, Unit 404

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50 Franklin St, Unit 602

776 Main St

New Park on the Grid

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82 Franklin St, Unit 202

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82 Franklin St, Unit 406
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507 Main St, Unit 402

Park Plaza on the Grid

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76 Franklin St, Unit 25

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76 Franklin St, Unit 29

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82 Franklin St, Unit 205

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507 Main St, Unit 301

76 Franklin St, Unit 21

8-16 Portlad St., Unit 406

8 Portland St, Unit 505

Portside on the Grid
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8 Portland St, Unit 506

60 Franklin St, Unit 302

60 Franklin St, Unit 203

50 Franklin St

24 Charlton St, Unit 12

24 Charlton St, Unit 10

34 William St, Unit A

75 Chatham St, Unit 4

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50 Franklin St, Unit 331

76 Franklin St, Unit 19
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146 Chandler St, Unit 7

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50 Franklin St, Unit 808

60 Franklin St, Unit 405

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82 Franklin St, Unit 207

50 Franklin St, Unit 929

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50 Franklin St, Unit 407

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50 Franklin St, Unit 624

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26 Portland St, Unit 131

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26 Portland St, Unit 225

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26 Portland St, Unit 223
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507 Main St, Unit 803

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50 Franklin St, Unit 722

50 Franklin St, Unit 307

Portland on the Grid

507 Main St, Unit 503

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Residences on Madison

60 Franklin St, Unit 305

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507 Main St, Unit 809

119 West St

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50 Franklin St, Unit 919
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Elm Park, Worcester, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Elm Park?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elm Park Studio Apartments | $1,754 | $1,200 | $2,890 |
| Elm Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,214 | $1,499 | $2,995 |
| Elm Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,780 | $1,600 | $4,400 |
| Elm Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,536 | $1,690 | $4,408 |
| Elm Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,693 | $2,200 | $3,580 |
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Cheapest Available Elm Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Elm Park area of Worcester, MA is a Studio unit found at Residences on Lincoln Square, A 55+ Community priced from $1,283. The Central Building Residences has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,292. Here are the most affordable Elm Park apartments for rent in Worcester, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residences on Lincoln Square, A 55+ Community | Grove - Studio Income Restricted | Studio,1BA | $1,283 |
| The Central Building Residences | One Bedroom Call For Pricing | 1BR,1BA | $1,292 |
| Bancroft On The Grid | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
| New Park on the Grid | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,375 |
| Park Plaza on the Grid | WS200 | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
| Portside on the Grid | WS300 | Studio,1BA | $1,425 |
| Portland on the Grid | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| Residences on Madison | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,670 |
| Junction Shop Lofts | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,730 |
| The Reeds | A3 | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elm Park, MA
As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Elm Park area is the $1.67 price per square foot 33 Providence St Model at 33 Providence St in the in the Elm Park neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Elm Park apartment is the 14 Perkins St Model at 14 Perkins St, Unit 2 starting at $2,600 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the Biotech Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elm Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33 Providence St | 33 Providence St | 5BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 14 Perkins St, Unit 2 | 14 Perkins St | 4BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| 13 West St, Unit 1st Floor Unit | 13 West St | 3BR,2BA | $2.08 |
| 70 Harrison St, Unit 2 | 70 Harrison St | 3BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Junction Shop Lofts | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| 32 John St, Unit 3 | 32 John St | 4BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| 32 Dix St, Unit 3 bedrooms WPI area | 32 Dix St | 3BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 20 Eden St | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| The 6Hundred | 2x1A | 2BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| The Central Building Residences | One Bedroom Call For Pricing | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Elm Park Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Elm Park?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Elm Park is under $1,750.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Elm Park?
The cheapest apartment in Elm Park is The Central Building Residences which is listed at $1,292, while the average apartment in Elm Park costs $3,250.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Elm Park?
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 37 regular apartments in Elm Park 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 Elm Park?
Cheap apartments in Elm Park have an average cost of $420 which is $2,830 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Elm Park.
Expert Rental Resources
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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.

Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.