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Shrewsbury, MA

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Worcester suburb provides luxurious serenity outside of major cities.

Suburban Family-friendly Nature

Just ten minutes from downtown Worcester and 45 minutes from Boston, Shrewsbury is a suburb filled with opportunities to experience fine dining, luxury shopping, and sweeping natural views.

Renting in Shrewsbury affords you plenty of options to learn something new—whether you take up rowing at the Donahue Rowing Center located on Lake Quinsigamond, learn how to ski at Ski Ward, discover the past at the Shrewsbury Historical Society Museum, absorb information at the Shrewsbury Public Library, or witness the craft of fine chocolate making at Hebert’s Candy Mansion.

Traveling to and from Shrewsbury is easy with convenient access to the commuter rail, I-290, and Routes 9 and 20.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Shrewsbury, MA is $1,914 for a studio, $2,102 for one bedroom, $2,495 for two bedrooms, and $2,949 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Shrewsbury has decreased by -3.1% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,102/month
715 Sq Ft
House
$3,285/month
1,574 Sq Ft
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Transportation

39

Car-Dependent

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This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

1

Minimal Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

29

Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Floral Street School

Public

Grades K-4

519 Students

8
out of 10

Walter J. Paton Elementary School

Public

Grades K-4

291 Students

8
out of 10

Calvin Coolidge

Public

Grades K-4

247 Students

8
out of 10

Sherwood Middle School

Public

Grades 5-6

948 Students

7
out of 10

Major Howard W. Beal School

Public

Grades K-4

609 Students

7
out of 10

Oak Middle School

Public

Grades 7-8

944 Students

6
out of 10

Shrewsbury Sr High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,823 Students

8
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Ward Hill Ski Area
  • Quinsigamond State Park
  • EcoTarium
  • Tower Hill Botanic Garden
  • Mass Audubon's Broad Meadow Brook Conservation Center and Wildlife Sanctuary

Airports

  • Worcester Regional

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