What is the average apartment size in Greater Worcester, Central Massachusetts, MA?

The average size for a Greater Worcester, Central Massachusetts, MA apartment is 983 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 Greater Worcester?

As of Mar / 2026, the average rent in Greater Worcester is $2,505 per month, a 1.16% increase from last years average of $2,476.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Greater Worcester?

In Greater Worcester, studios rent for $1,810 per month, one-bedroom units average $2,279 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $2,584 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $3,146 per month

What is the average apartment size in Greater Worcester?

The typical apartment in Greater Worcester offers about 983 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Greater Worcester?

Studio apartments in Greater Worcester average 551 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 791 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,079 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,291 sq. ft.

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Greater Worcester?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Greater Worcester include Milford ($2,388/month), Greater Shrewsbury ($2,487/month), and Westborough Town ($2,698/month), all below the citywide average of $2,505.

Greater Worcester, Central Massachusetts, MA Rental Market Trends

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

The typical rent budget in Greater Worcester ranges from $2,001 to $2,500 per month, with 37% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Greater Worcester?

In Greater Worcester, 27% of households rent while 73% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: April 28, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Greater Worcester is $2,505, a 1.16% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $2,476.

Studio Apartments at $1,810 offer the most budget-friendly option with 551 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 791 square feet for $2,279, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $2,584 offer 1,079 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,291 sq ft) for $3,146, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Greater Worcester, Central Massachusetts, MA

Last updated: April 28, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$2,505	983 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,810	551 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$2,279	791 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$2,584	1,079 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$3,146	1,291 sq. ft.

Greater Worcester, Central Massachusetts, MA rent trends

Rental prices in Greater Worcester, Central Massachusetts, MA have increased by 1.16% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,476 to $2,505.

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

The largest share of rentals in Greater Worcester, Central Massachusetts, MA (37%) 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 Greater Worcester, Central Massachusetts, MA?

38,317 or 27% of the households in Greater Worcester, Central Massachusetts, MA are renter-occupied while 106,094 or 73% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Greater Worcester?

Milford $2,388/month

Greater Shrewsbury $2,487/month

Westborough Town $2,698/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $2,505/month.

Average Rent in Greater Worcester, Central Massachusetts, MA By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Millbury	$2,704
Westborough Town	$2,698
Greater Shrewsbury	$2,487
Milford	$2,388

Greater Worcester | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Greater Shrewsbury is 4% higher than in Milford

$2,487

Greater Shrewsbury rent is 1% lower than Greater Worcester average

Average Rent $2,487

$2,388

Milford rent is 5% lower than Greater Worcester average

Average Rent $2,388

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 Greater 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.