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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Business District Worcester, MA from $400 (21 Rentals)
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Grid District - 50 Franklin
50 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
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WorcesterMA01609
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64 Beacon StWorcester, MA 01610
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WorcesterMA01609
34 Dorchester St
WorcesterMA01610
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Central Business District, Worcester, MA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Business District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Business District Studio Apartments | $2,171 | $1,325 | $6,120 |
| Central Business District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,481 | $1,585 | $5,629 |
| Central Business District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,849 | $1,425 | $7,814 |
| Central Business District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,464 | $1,200 | $4,040 |
| Central Business District 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,516 | $1,200 | $3,405 |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central Business District Neighborhood of Worcester, MA.
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Cheapest Available Central Business District Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Business District area of Worcester, MA is a Studio unit found at Grid District - 50 Franklin priced from $1,325. Wexford Village Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,749. Here are the most affordable Central Business District apartments for rent in Worcester, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grid District - 50 Franklin | WS200 | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
| Wexford Village Apartment Homes | The Bradford | Studio,1BA | $1,749 |
| Colton Apartments | 1x1AcT3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| The Revington | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,943 |
| 145 Front at City Square | S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Business District, MA
As of April 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Business District area is the $1.85 price per square foot 12 Edgeworth St Model at 12 Edgeworth St, Unit 4 in the in the Biotech Park neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Central Business District apartment is the 5 Massasoit Rd Model at 5 Massasoit Rd, Unit 3 starting at $2,100 with a $1.74 price per square foot in the Downtown Worcester neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Business District apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 12 Edgeworth St, Unit 4 | 12 Edgeworth St | 4BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| 5 Massasoit Rd, Unit 3 | 5 Massasoit Rd | 3BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| 3 Pleasant Ter, Unit 2 | 3 Pleasant Ter | 4BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| 81 Merrifield St, Unit 3 | 81 Merrifield St | 3BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| 100 Wall St | Two Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| 27 Windsor St, Unit 2 | 27 Windsor St | 3BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| 11 Benefit Ter, Unit 3 | 11 Benefit Ter | 4BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| 76 Fairmont Ave, Unit 2 | 76 Fairmont Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| 12 Nebraska St | 12 Nebraska St | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Edge Union Station | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Business District Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Central Business District?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Central Business District is under $2,100.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central Business District?
The cheapest apartment in Central Business District is Grid District - 50 Franklin which is listed at $1,585, while the average apartment in Central Business District costs $10,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central Business District?
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 55 regular apartments in Central Business District 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 Central Business District?
Cheap apartments in Central Business District have an average cost of $371 which is $9,629 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central Business District.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.
Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.
Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.
Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.