
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Main South Neighborhood of Worcester, MA from $400 (33 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Main South area of Worcester.


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25 Wyman St, Unit 1. available in June

1 Hitchcock Rd

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Colton Apartments

Aurora Apartments

New Park on the Grid
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10 Buffum St, Unit 1

Portside on the Grid
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Bancroft On The Grid

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41 Hollywood St, Unit 3

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41 Hollywood St., Unit Apt 2
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Main South, Worcester, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Main South?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main South Studio Apartments | $1,852 | $1,200 | $2,443 |
| Main South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,247 | $1,000 | $4,100 |
| Main South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,771 | $1,500 | $4,800 |
| Main South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,443 | $1,350 | $5,800 |
| Main South 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,871 | $850 | $5,800 |
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There are currently 33 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Main South Neighborhood of Worcester, MA.
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Cheapest Available Main South Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Main South area of Worcester, MA is a Studio unit found at Colton Apartments priced from $1,200. Aurora Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,270. Here are the most affordable Main South apartments for rent in Worcester, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colton Apartments | 0x1AcT3 | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Aurora Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,270 |
| The Central Building Residences | One Bedroom Call For Pricing | 1BR,1BA | $1,364 |
| Bancroft On The Grid | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,425 |
| Portland on the Grid | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| Park Plaza on the Grid | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Main South, MA
As of December 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Main South area is the $0.31 price per square foot 9 Englewood Ave Model at 9 Englewood Ave, Unit Rooms in the in the West Tatnuck neighborhood starting from $850. The second greatest value Main South apartment is the 144 Elm St Model at 144 Elm St starting at $2,300 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the West Tatnuck neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Main South apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 9 Englewood Ave, Unit Rooms | 9 Englewood Ave | 4BR,2BA | $0.31 |
| 144 Elm St | 144 Elm St | 4BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Courthouse Lofts | 3 Bedroom Townhouse | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.72 |
| Junction Shop Lofts | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| 32 Douglas St, Unit Apt 3 | 32 Douglas St | 3BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| 20 Eden St | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| 24 Eden St | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| 65 West St, Unit 2 | 65 West St | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 41 Hollywood St., Unit Apt 2 | 41 Hollywood St. | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 41 Hollywood St, Unit 3 | 41 Hollywood St | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Main South Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Main South?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Main South is at Colton Apartments listed at $1,200.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Main South Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Main South Apartment is $1,364 at The Central Building Residences.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Main South Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Main South is starting from $2,017 at The 6Hundred.
What is the most affordable Main South Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Main South Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 20 Eden St and starts from $2,000.
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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Local Secrets: Finding the Top Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in Worcester
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