145 Front at City Square
145 Front St,
Worcester, MA 01608
$1,900 - $3,604 Total Monthly Price
Studio - 2 Beds
Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Worcester, MA
Worcester Polytechnic Institute - Worcester, MA Area Guide
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WPI
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Engineers
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Worcester Polytechnic Institute was founded in 1865 to create and convey the latest science and engineering knowledge in ways that would be most useful to society. The curriculum at WPI has expanded many times since its founding but still remains true to its mission. Students at WPI are educated in engineering, science, management, and humanities to prepare for active lifelong learning that facilitates careers of professional practice, civic contribution, and leadership. Situated in Worcester, WPI is convenient to a number of apartments, condos, and lofts available for rent near campus. Commuting and traveling from the WPI campus is simple with access to the WRTA and I-290. Campus life at WPI is buzzing with over 200 clubs and organizations, NCAA Division III varsity sports, intramural teams, fraternities and sororities, and community service opportunities. Worcester attractions such as Green Hill Park, Worcester Art Museum, the Palladium, and Mechanics Hall are within close proximity to WPI. Boston, Providence, and Hartford are all within an hour’s drive of campus while New York City is just three hours away.
Rent Trends
As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Worcester, MA is $1,608 for a studio, $1,846 for one bedroom, $2,150 for two bedrooms, and $2,330 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Worcester has increased by 1.0% in the past year.
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Studio
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437 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,608/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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686 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,846/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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930 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,150/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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1,068 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,330/month
Average Rent
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Worcester Polytechnic Institute - Worcester, MA (University) is for everyday living.
Very Walkable
76
/ 100
If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
Some Transit
41
/ 100
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Somewhat Bikeable
45
/ 100
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
Scores provided by Walk Score
Schools
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Heard Street Discovery Academy
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Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School
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Massachusetts Academy for Math and Science at WPI
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Grades 9-12
Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School
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Grades 6-12
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Grades 9-12
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Quinsigamond State Park
- EcoTarium
- Mass Audubon's Broad Meadow Brook Conservation Center and Wildlife Sanctuary
- Ward Hill Ski Area
- Tower Hill Botanic Garden
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Worcester Regional
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