Worcester, MA Rental Market Trends
Last updated: April 01, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau
Highlights
The average rent for an apartment in Worcester is $2,011, a 0.07% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $2,009.
Studio Apartments at $1,659 offer the most budget-friendly option with 476 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.
One-bedroom apartments provide 648 square feet for $1,820, balancing privacy and affordability.
Two-beedroom units at $2,114 offer 940 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.
Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,175 sq ft) for $2,883, suitable for larger households.
Average rent in Worcester, MA
Last updated: April 01, 2026
| Average Rent | Average Apartment Size | |
|---|---|---|
| All Rentals | $2,011 | 809 sq. ft. |
| Studio | $1,659 | 476 sq. ft. |
| 1 Bed | $1,820 | 648 sq. ft. |
| 2 Beds | $2,114 | 940 sq. ft. |
| 3 Beds | $2,883 | 1,175 sq. ft. |
Worcester, MA rent trends
Rental prices in Worcester, MA have increased by 0.07% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,009 to $2,011.
What's the typical rent budget in Worcester, MA?
The largest share of rentals in Worcester, MA (38%) fall between $1,501-$2,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.
Do most people rent or own in Worcester, MA?
45,579 or 58% of the households in Worcester, MA are renter-occupied while 33,510 or 42% are owner-occupied.
Most affordable neighborhoods in Worcester?
North Lincoln Street $1,479/month
Piedmont $1,693/month
Broadmeadow Brook $2,010/month
All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $2,011/month.Average Rent in Worcester, MA By Neighborhood
| Neighborhood | Average Rent |
|---|---|
| Burncoat | $2,314 |
| Downtown Worcester | $2,211 |
| Broadmeadow Brook | $2,010 |
| Piedmont | $1,693 |
| North Lincoln Street | $1,479 |
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Worcester | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood
Rent in Broadmeadow Brook is 13% lower than in Burncoat
$2,010
Broadmeadow Brook rent is 1% lower than Worcester average
Average Rent
$2,010
$2,314
Burncoat rent is 15% higher than Worcester average
Average Rent
$2,314
How Worcester Compares to Other Cities
| City | Average Rent |
|---|---|
| Worcester | $2,011 |
| Boston | $3,638 |
| Cambridge | $3,611 |
| Somerville | $3,410 |
| Lowell | $2,290 |
| Fall River | $2,052 |
| Quincy | $2,745 |
| Salem | $2,707 |
| Medford | $3,153 |
| New Bedford | $2,068 |
| Malden | $2,598 |
| Marlborough, MA | $2,502 |
| Woonsocket, RI | $1,417 |
| Leominster, MA | $1,775 |
| Gardner, MA | $1,595 |
| Fitchburg, MA | $1,834 |
Where this data comes from
The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.
Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Worcester apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.
Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.