
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Green Island Neighborhood of Worcester, MA from $1,100 (54 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Green Island area of Worcester.


Bancroft On The Grid

76 Franklin St, Unit 6

New Park on the Grid

76 Franklin St, Unit 39

76 Franklin St, Unit 15

507 Main St, Unit 402

507 Main St, Unit 702

Portside on the Grid

Park Plaza on the Grid
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50 Franklin St

76 Franklin St, Unit 40

8 Portland St, Unit 304

5-7 Pleasant St

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The 6Hundred

60 Franklin St, Unit 401

Portland on the Grid

82 Franklin St, Unit 307

507 Main St, Unit 503

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Edge Worcester
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Residences on Madison

70 Southbridge St, Unit 503

78 Waverly St, Unit 3R

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The Revington

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145 Front at City Square

22 Waverly St

517 Main St, Unit 401

26 Portland St, Unit 110

507 Main St, Unit 405

77 Fox St
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The Cove

91 Perry Ave

60 Franklin St, Unit 404

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16 Hillside St

2 Hillside St

6 S Ward St

4 Vernon Terrace

60 Franklin St, Unit 204

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11 Leo Turo Way

11 Pattison St, Unit 2
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13 Winthrop St, Unit 3

22 Lodi St, Unit 1

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33 1/2 Barclay St, Unit 3

19 Endicott St

21 Heywood St

Houghton On The Grid

Canal Lofts

Chatham Street Lofts

133 Millbury St

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Green Island, Worcester, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Green Island?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Green Island Studio Apartments | $1,668 | $1,200 | $2,295 |
| Green Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,157 | $1,600 | $2,985 |
| Green Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,970 | $2,000 | $4,400 |
| Green Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,321 | $1,800 | $3,731 |
| Green Island 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,516 | $2,300 | $2,900 |
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There are currently 54 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Green Island Neighborhood of Worcester, MA.
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Cheapest Available Green Island Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Green Island area of Worcester, MA is a Studio unit found at Colton Apartments priced from $1,200. Bancroft On The Grid has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here are the most affordable Green Island apartments for rent in Worcester, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colton Apartments | 0x1Ac T2 | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Bancroft On The Grid | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| New Park on the Grid | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| The 6Hundred | 1x1G | 1BR,1BA | $1,552 |
| Park Plaza on the Grid | WA1400 | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| Portland on the Grid | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| Portside on the Grid | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| Residences on Madison | S1a | Studio,1BA | $1,775 |
| The Revington | S1-G2 | Studio,1BA | $1,809 |
| 145 Front at City Square | Studio Floorplans | Studio,1BA | $1,843 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Green Island, MA
As of May 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Green Island area is the $1.67 price per square foot 33 Providence St Model at 33 Providence St, Unit 33 Providence St, Worcester, MA 01604 UNIT #1 in the in the Elm Park neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Green Island apartment is the 16 Hillside St Model at 16 Hillside St starting at $2,100 with a $1.62 price per square foot in the College Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Green Island apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33 Providence St, Unit 33 Providence St, Worcester, MA 01604 UNIT #1 | 33 Providence St | 5BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 16 Hillside St | 16 Hillside St | 3BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| 61 Fox St | 61 Fox St | 4BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| 91 Ward St, Unit Unit 1 | 91 Ward St | 3BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| 33 1/2 Barclay St, Unit 3 | 33 1/2 Barclay St | 3BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| The 6Hundred | 1x1H | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| 11 Leo Turo Way | 11 Leo Turo Way | 1BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| Portside on the Grid | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.72 |
| Portland on the Grid | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.77 |
| Bancroft On The Grid | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $3.00 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Green Island Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Green Island?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Green Island is under $1,843.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Green Island?
The cheapest apartment in Green Island is Bancroft On The Grid which is listed at $1,600, while the average apartment in Green Island costs $3,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Green Island?
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 3 regular apartments in Green Island that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
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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