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Grid District - 50 Franklin
50 Franklin StWorcester, MA 01608
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Worcester Neighborhood of Worcester, MA from $400 (14 Rentals)
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Colton Apartments
588 Main StWorcester, MA 01608
50 Fruit St
WorcesterMA01609
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Downtown Worcester, Worcester, MA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Worcester?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Worcester Studio Apartments | $2,146 | $1,325 | $6,533 |
| Downtown Worcester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,499 | $1,500 | $5,517 |
| Downtown Worcester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,858 | $1,425 | $7,329 |
| Downtown Worcester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,448 | $1,875 | $3,500 |
| Downtown Worcester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,391 | $1,200 | $3,405 |
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There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Worcester Neighborhood of Worcester, MA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Worcester Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Worcester area of Worcester, MA is a Studio unit found at Grid District - 50 Franklin priced from $1,325. Colton Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here are the most affordable Downtown Worcester apartments for rent in Worcester, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grid District - 50 Franklin | WS200 | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
| Colton Apartments | 0x1Ac T2 | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| 127 Highland | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| Wexford Village Apartment Homes | The Bradford | Studio,1BA | $1,749 |
| 24 Eden St | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1,875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Worcester, MA
As of May 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Worcester area is the $2.33 price per square foot Two Bedroom 2 Bath Duplex Model at Voke Lofts in the in the Elm Park neighborhood starting from $3,456. The second greatest value Downtown Worcester apartment is the 2 Bedroom Live/Work Model at Courthouse Lofts starting at $3,227 with a $2.33 price per square foot in the Elm Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Worcester apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Voke Lofts | Two Bedroom 2 Bath Duplex | 2BR,2BA | $2.33 |
| Courthouse Lofts | 2 Bedroom Live/Work | 2BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| 7 Somerset St | 3BR | 3BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| 3 Pleasant Ter, Unit 2 | 3 Pleasant Ter | 4BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| 81 Merrifield St, Unit 3 | 81 Merrifield St | 3BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| 24 Eden St | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 127 Highland | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| 76 Fairmont Ave, Unit 2 | 76 Fairmont Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Edge Union Station | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| 17 1/2 Ward St, Unit 3 | 17 1/2 Ward St | 2BR,1BA | $2.24 |
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Getting Around the Downtown Worcester Neighborhood in Worcester, MA
Walk Score®
91 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
51 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
57 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Worcester Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Worcester?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Worcester is under $2,067.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Worcester?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Worcester is Colton Apartments which is listed at $1,550, while the average apartment in Downtown Worcester costs $10,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Worcester?
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 54 regular apartments in Downtown Worcester 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 Downtown Worcester?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Worcester have an average cost of $437 which is $9,563 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Worcester.
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