What is the average apartment size in Worcester?

The average size for a Worcester, MA apartment is 751 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Worcester?

As of Jan / 2026, the average rent in Worcester is $2,045 per month, a 2.51% increase from last years average of $1,995.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Worcester?

In Worcester, studios rent for $1,660 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,830 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $2,157 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,460 per month

What is the average apartment size in Worcester?

The typical apartment in Worcester offers about 751 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Worcester?

Studio apartments in Worcester average 476 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 648 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 858 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 498 sq. ft.

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Worcester?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Worcester include North Lincoln Street ($1,581/month), Piedmont ($1,693/month), and Franklin Plantation ($1,929/month), all below the citywide average of $2,045.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Worcester?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Worcester are Broadmeadow Brook ($2,044/month), Downtown Worcester ($2,269/month), and Burncoat ($2,335/month), often due to premium locations and high-end amenities.

Worcester, MA Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Worcester?

The typical rent budget in Worcester ranges from $2,001 to $2,500 per month, with 39% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Worcester?

In Worcester, 58% of households rent while 42% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: February 20, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Worcester is $2,045, a 2.51% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,995.

Studio Apartments at $1,660 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 $1,830, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $2,157 offer 858 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (498 sq ft) for $2,460, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Worcester, MA

Last updated: February 20, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$2,045	751 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,660	476 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,830	648 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$2,157	858 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,460	498 sq. ft.

Worcester, MA rent trends

Rental prices in Worcester, MA have increased by 2.51% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,995 to $2,045.

What's the typical rent budget in Worcester, MA?

The largest share of rentals in Worcester, MA (39%) fall between $2,001-$2,500 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 $1,581/month

Piedmont $1,693/month

Franklin Plantation $1,929/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $2,045/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Worcester?

Broadmeadow Brook $2,044/month

Downtown Worcester $2,269/month

Burncoat $2,335/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Worcester, MA By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Burncoat	$2,335
Downtown Worcester	$2,269
Broadmeadow Brook	$2,044
South Qiunsigamond Village	$1,939
Franklin Plantation	$1,929
Piedmont	$1,693
North Lincoln Street	$1,581

Worcester | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Broadmeadow Brook is 12% lower than in Burncoat

$2,044

Broadmeadow Brook rent is 1% lower than Worcester average

Average Rent $2,044

$2,335

Burncoat rent is 14% higher than Worcester average

Average Rent $2,335

How Worcester Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Worcester	$2,045
Boston	$3,690
Fall River	$2,063
Cambridge	$3,706
Somerville	$3,452
Quincy	$2,778
Waltham	$3,129
New Bedford	$2,080
Weymouth Town	$2,507
Lowell	$2,266
Salem	$2,673
Marlborough, MA	$2,543
Woonsocket, RI	$1,359
Gardner, MA	$1,593
Leominster, MA	$1,751
Fitchburg, MA	$1,822

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.