Worcester, MA Rent Report
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Worcester, Massachusetts — New England's second-largest city — offers a diverse and dynamic rental market that attracts students, young professionals, and families alike. As a thriving metro area anchored by a robust healthcare and education sector, Worcester is home to numerous colleges and universities, including Clark University, Holy Cross, and WPI, which collectively drive consistent demand for rental housing across all unit types. Neighborhoods like Shrewsbury Street, the Canal District, and Tatnuck Square each offer distinct character, from vibrant dining and nightlife scenes to quieter, tree-lined residential streets.
The Worcester rental market spans a broad spectrum of housing options, from urban studio apartments to spacious multi-bedroom houses in surrounding residential neighborhoods. Apartment rentals begin in the mid-$1,500s for studios and scale into the mid-$2,000s for three-bedroom units, while rental houses — particularly larger four-bedroom homes — command notably higher price points, with medians approaching the $3,500 range. This pricing structure reflects both the city's growing appeal and its relative affordability compared to Boston, making Worcester an increasingly attractive option for renters priced out of the Greater Boston market.
The metro area's ongoing revitalization, bolstered by investments in downtown development, public transit connectivity, and cultural amenities like the Hanover Theatre and DCU Center, continues to elevate Worcester's profile as a desirable place to live. Renters can find competitive options across both the apartment and single-family house segments, with two-bedroom units representing a particularly active tier of the market. Whether seeking a walkable urban apartment or a house with more space in an established neighborhood, the Worcester metro rental market offers varied choices across a range of budgets.
Worcester, MA Rent by Property Type & Bedroom Count
Averages, medians, and ranges across recent rental listings
| Property Type | Bedrooms | Average | Median | Min – Max | 25th – 75th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment | Studio | $1,622 | $1,620 | $1,000 – $2,120 | $1,309 – $1,920 |
| Apartment | 1 Bedroom | $1,843 | $1,762 | $739 – $4,400 | $1,450 – $2,213 |
| Apartment | 2 Bedroom | $2,168 | $2,000 | $550 – $4,800 | $1,780 – $2,575 |
| Apartment | 3 Bedroom | $2,404 | $2,274 | $1,050 – $4,500 | $2,000 – $2,695 |
| Apartment | 4+ Bedroom | $2,861 | $3,000 | $850 – $4,000 | $2,550 – $3,245 |
| House | 1 Bedroom | $1,733 | $1,800 | $1,000 – $2,400 | $1,000 – $2,400 |
| House | 2 Bedroom | $1,968 | $1,900 | $800 – $3,500 | $1,450 – $2,450 |
| House | 3 Bedroom | $2,564 | $2,800 | $980 – $3,800 | $2,200 – $3,200 |
| House | 4+ Bedroom | $3,475 | $3,500 | $1,200 – $4,900 | $3,000 – $4,000 |
Current rent in Worcester, MA (all property types): Studio $1,588, 1 Bedroom $1,836, 2 Bedroom $2,142, 3 Bedroom $2,458, 4+ Bedroom $3,170.
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