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Worcester, MA

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A cultured community in the heart of Massachusetts

Scenic • Quaint • Historic • Artistic • Central •

Nicknamed the Heart of the Commonwealth, Worcester is situated right in the center of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Worcester boasts a cultured feel, containing nine colleges and universities, in addition to amenities such as Worcester Art Museum, the Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts, the Palladium, and Mechanics Hall. Worcester apartments provide residents with easy access to a broad range of amenities that suit any interest.

Worcester offers much to delight any history buff, including the American Antiquarian Society, Worcester Historical Museum, Bancroft Tower, the Korean War Memorial, and the Massachusetts Vietnam Veterans Memorial. Nature lovers rejoice in the plentiful space for outdoor recreation at Elm Park, Green Hill Park, and Lak Quinsigamond State Park, along with the interactive, ecological exhibits at EcoTarium. Shoppers savor the unique merchandise at Crompton Collective and That’s Entertainment, in addition to the many strip malls strewn throughout Worcester.

Boston, Providence, and Hartford are all within a one-hour drive from Worcester, allowing for a variety of exciting weekend destinations. Convenient to the MBTA commuter rail and the Massachusetts Turnpike, as well as Interstates 190, 290, and 395, Worcester affords residents easy commutes and travels.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Worcester, MA is $1,576 for a studio, $1,728 for one bedroom, $2,019 for two bedrooms, and $2,006 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Worcester has increased by 2.7% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,728/month
686 Sq Ft
House
$3,590/month
1,892 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,151/month
1,053 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,534/month
1,140 Sq Ft
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Transportation

76

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

41

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

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

45

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

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

Flagg Street

Public

Grades K-6

359 Students

8
out of 10

West Tatnuck

Public

Grades PK-6

364 Students

7
out of 10

Belmont Street Community

Public

Grades PK-6

585 Students

6
out of 10

Nelson Place

Public

Grades PK-6

575 Students

6
out of 10

Goddard School of Science & Technology

Public

Grades PK-6

380 Students

6
out of 10

Sullivan Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

827 Students

4
out of 10

University Pk Campus School

Public

Grades 7-12

224 Students

4
out of 10

Forest Grove Middle

Public

Grades 7-8

897 Students

3
out of 10

Worcester East Middle

Public

Grades 7-8

740 Students

3
out of 10

Burncoat Middle School

Public

Grades 7-8

712 Students

3
out of 10

Massachusetts Academy for Math and Science at WPI

Public

Grades 11-12

100 Students

10
out of 10

Worcester Technical High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,469 Students

5
out of 10

University Pk Campus School

Public

Grades 7-12

224 Students

4
out of 10

South High Community

Public

Grades 9-12

1,666 Students

3
out of 10

Doherty Memorial High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,344 Students

3
out of 10
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Points of Interest

Shopping Centers

Parks and Recreation

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

Transit / Subway

Commuter Rail

Airports

  • Worcester Regional

Colleges

Top Apartments in Worcester

The Cove

The Cove

99 Green St,
Worcester, MA 01604

$1,870 - $4,025 | Studio - 2 Beds

The Revington

The Revington

1 Green Island Blvd,
Worcester, MA 01610

$2,007 - $3,690 | Studio - 3 Beds

Grid District - 50 Franklin

Grid District - 50 Franklin

50 Franklin St,
Worcester, MA 01608

$1,295 - $1,600 | Studio - 1 Bed

Sheridan Apartments

Sheridan Apartments

43 Sheridan Dr,
Shrewsbury, MA 01545

$1,950 - $2,199 | 1-2 Beds

TOPOGRAPH

TOPOGRAPH

1 Ridge Rd,
Auburn, MA 01501

$1,950 - $3,100 | 1-3 Beds

Audubon Plantation Ridge

Audubon Plantation Ridge

511 Plantation St,
Worcester, MA 01605

$2,451 - $4,594 | 1-2 Beds

145 Front at City Square

145 Front at City Square

145 Front St,
Worcester, MA 01608

$1,846 - $5,396 | Studio - 2 Beds

Alta on the Row

Alta on the Row

22 Mount Carmel Way,
Worcester, MA 01605

$2,055 - $3,895 | 1-3 Beds

The Kiln

The Kiln

222 Brooks St,
Worcester, MA 01606

$1,895 - $2,195 | Studio - 1 Bed

Houses for Rent in Worcester

14 Dixon Ave

14 Dixon Ave,
Worcester, MA 01605

6 Beds | 4 Baths | $750

20 Duluth St

20 Duluth St,
Worcester, MA 01604

3 Beds | 2.5 Baths | $3,000

121 Clark St

121 Clark St,
Worcester, MA 01606

4 Beds | 1 Bath | $2,950

136 Millbury St

136 Millbury St,
Worcester, MA 01607

Studio | 1 Bath | $2,800

269 Mill St

269 Mill St,
Worcester, MA 01602

3 Beds | 1.5 Baths | $2,600

10 Proctor St

10 Proctor St,
Worcester, MA 01606

1 Bed | 1 Bath | $1,550

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Living in Worcester

Restaurants

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Worcester's restaurant scene is terrific and diverse. Once you've selected your Worcester rental and you've settled in, treat yourself to Italian cuisine at Peppercorns, upscale Mexican cuisine at Mezcal Tequila Cantina, or enjoy some tapas at Bocado Tapas Bar. After dinner, catch a musical performance at Mechanics Hall, the DCU Center, or at Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts. Or let your eyes have feast of their own at the Worcester Art Museum.

Transportation

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Worcester lies right off of I-90, the Massachusetts Turnpike, a toll road that connects the Berkshires with Boston. Route 9, a two-lane highway, also passes through Worcester and connects with downtown Boston. Many smaller routes connect Worcester with neighboring towns, making it easy to commute to work or go shopping in nearby cities. The Worcester Regional Transit Authority provides public transportation around Worcester and 36 other central Massachusetts communities using buses. The WRTA has a real-time app that allows riders to check schedules, service delays, and routes from their smartphones. Downtown Worcester's Union Station provides both local commuter rail transportation into Boston on the MBTA Worcester Line and interstate Amtrak train transit. Union Station is also a hub for buses and taxi service within Worcester.

Shopping

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Worcester offers a blend of independent retailers and chain stores. The latter are found along Route 9 and in the Greendale Mall, and hold just about anything you would need to add to your wardrobe or decorate your new Worcester apartment. The Shoppes at Blackstone Valley, in neighboring Millbury, provide access to additional retail stores. Downtown, shopping is concentrated along Main Street, Green Street, and Park Avenue. You'll find a range of consignment and vintage shops, specialty shops, clothing stores, and entertainment shops.

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