What is the average apartment size in Worcester?

The average size for a Worcester, MA apartment is 814 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 Jun / 2026, the average rent in Worcester is $2,078 per month, a 1.11% increase from last years average of $2,055.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Worcester?

In Worcester, studios rent for $1,629 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,890 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $2,200 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,837 per month

What is the average apartment size in Worcester?

The typical apartment in Worcester offers about 814 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 481 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 655 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 947 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,158 sq. ft.

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Worcester?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Worcester include North Lincoln Street ($1,626/month), Piedmont ($1,715/month), and South Qiunsigamond Village ($1,798/month), all below the citywide average of $2,078.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Worcester?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Worcester are Indian Lake East ($2,151/month), Downtown Worcester ($2,188/month), and Burncoat ($2,423/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 $1,501 to $2,000 per month, with 34% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Worcester?

In Worcester, 57% of households rent while 43% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: August 01, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Worcester is $2,078, a 1.11% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $2,055.

Studio Apartments at $1,629 offer the most budget-friendly option with 481 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 655 square feet for $1,890, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-bedroom units at $2,200 offer 947 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,158 sq ft) for $2,837, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Worcester, MA

Last updated: August 01, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$2,078	814 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,629	481 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,890	655 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$2,200	947 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,837	1,158 sq. ft.

Worcester, MA rent trends

Rental prices in Worcester, MA have increased by 1.11% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,055 to $2,078.

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

The largest share of rentals in Worcester, MA (34%) 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?

45,513 or 57% of the households in Worcester, MA are renter-occupied while 33,988 or 43% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Worcester?

North Lincoln Street $1,626/month

Piedmont $1,715/month

South Qiunsigamond Village $1,798/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $2,078/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Worcester?

Indian Lake East $2,151/month

Downtown Worcester $2,188/month

Burncoat $2,423/month

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

Average Rent in Worcester, MA By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Burncoat	$2,423
Downtown Worcester	$2,188
Indian Lake East	$2,151
Broadmeadow Brook	$2,049
South Qiunsigamond Village	$1,798
Piedmont	$1,715
North Lincoln Street	$1,626

Worcester | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Broadmeadow Brook is 15% lower than in Burncoat

$2,049

Broadmeadow Brook rent is 1% lower than Worcester average

Average Rent $2,049

$2,423

Burncoat rent is 17% higher than Worcester average

Average Rent $2,423

How Worcester Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Worcester	$2,078
Boston	$3,716
Cambridge	$3,611
Somerville	$3,331
Fall River	$2,126
Lowell	$2,285
Quincy	$2,785
Cape Cod	$2,535
Medford	$3,267
Salem	$2,720
Malden	$2,613
Marlborough	$2,545
Leominster, MA	$1,800
Fitchburg, MA	$1,858

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.