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521 Main St, Worcester, MA 01608, USA|Central Business District
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About 521 Main St
Available Quick Service Kitchen for lease or purchase. Move-In Costs Fees: Broker Fee: $4,000 Last Month Rent: $4,600 First Month Rent: $4,600 Security Deposit: $4,000 Application Fee: $35 Disclaimer: We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, national origin, religion, disability, familial status (having children under the age of 18), military status, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, or receipt of public assistance including housing vouchers.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 521 Main St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.4 mile away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Central Business District |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 01608 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Central Business District
studio apartments at 521 Main St cost about 209% more than the average rent price for studio apartments in Worcester.
Median rents as of Sep 12 2026.
Central Business District
Worcester
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $1,847 |
| October 2024 | $1,897 |
| November 2024 | $1,825 |
| December 2024 | $1,775 |
| January 2025 | $1,784 |
| February 2025 | $1,651 |
| March 2025 | $1,607 |
| April 2025 | $1,512 |
| May 2025 | $1,516 |
| June 2025 | $1,480 |
| July 2025 | $1,489 |
| August 2025 | $1,412 |
| September 2025 | $1,400 |
| October 2025 | $1,478 |
| November 2025 | $1,505 |
| December 2025 | $1,640 |
| January 2026 | $1,766 |
| February 2026 | $1,692 |
| March 2026 | $1,650 |
| April 2026 | $1,565 |
| May 2026 | $1,490 |
| June 2026 | $1,515 |
| July 2026 | $1,456 |
| August 2026 | $1,638 |
| September 2026 | $1,584 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $1,500 |
| October 2024 | $1,644 |
| November 2024 | $1,843 |
| December 2024 | $1,801 |
| January 2025 | $1,815 |
| February 2025 | $1,795 |
| March 2025 | $1,899 |
| April 2025 | $1,437 |
| May 2025 | $1,465 |
| June 2025 | $1,416 |
| July 2025 | $1,470 |
| August 2025 | $1,371 |
| September 2025 | $1,372 |
| October 2025 | $1,396 |
| November 2025 | $1,462 |
| December 2025 | $1,579 |
| February 2026 | $1,448 |
| March 2026 | $1,418 |
| April 2026 | $1,428 |
| May 2026 | $1,425 |
| June 2026 | $1,425 |
| July 2026 | $1,422 |
| August 2026 | $1,622 |
| September 2026 | $1,530 |
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 3 months ago | $4,600 |
Schools near 521 Main St
Chandler Elementary Community School
114 chandler st
worcester, MA, 1609
K-6Public
C+
Head Start
770 main st
worcester, MA, 1610
PKPublic
La Familia Dual Language School
355 grafton st
worcester, MA, 1604
PK, K-6Public
B+
Leicester Integrated Preschool
174 paxton st
leicester, MA, 1524
PKPublic
Goodnow Brothers Elementary School
441 bolton st
marlborough, MA, 1752
K-5Public
C+
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Getting around Worcester near 521 Main St
Walking
9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 521 Main St, Worcester
Groceries
9/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
8/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
9/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
9/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Nightlife
9/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk
Explore the area around 521 Main St
Sandra's Market
652 Main St
Four Way Meat Corp
664 Main St
Gala Foods
664 Main St
Top Dollar
663 Main St
Binh An Market LLC
64 Green St
4-You
22 Front St
Perfect Fit Tailoring
37 Mechanic St
Snipes
82 Thomas St
Sweet Janes
120 Main St
Carbonneau Bridal & Formalwear
60 Shrewsbury St
Planet Smoothie
531 Main St
Gong Cha
24 Southbridge St
Dunkin'
427 Main St
Dunkin'
123 Summer St
Bubblebee Cafe
160 Green St
Chashu Ramen & Izakaya
38 Franklin St
Habaibna Hookah Lounge
250 Commercial St
110 Grill
123 Front St
Barr & Barr Builders Inc
446 Main St
Fiddler's Green
19 Temple St
Shawarma Palace
20 Franklin St
L A Central Bakery & Cafe Inc
422 Main St
Worcester Meat Market Inc
43 Chandler St
Ecua Colombia Bakery
53 Chandler St
STLV Inc
50 Foster St
City Common
City Square
Downtown Dog Park
General Pickett Park
Plymouth St. Playground
Planet Smoothie
531 Main St
Cold Stone Creamery
531 Main St
Wetzel's Pretzels
535 Main St
Center Stage Bistro-to Go
529 Main St
Great Wall
521 Main St
Franklin St / City Hall
Webster Square – Clark U via Main St, West Tatnuck via Chandler St, Auburn Mall via Main St, Spencer – Brookfield via Main St & Rt 9, Washington Heights Apts
Main St / Chatham
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Main St / Federal Court House
Auburn Mall via Main St, Spencer – Brookfield via Main St & Rt 9, Washington Heights Apts, West Tatnuck via Chandler St, Webster Square – Clark U via Main St
Myrtle Street (Library)
Spencer – Brookfield via Main St & Rt 9, West Tatnuck via Chandler St, Auburn Mall via Main St, Webster Square – Clark U via Main St
Worcester City Hall
Worcester Shuttle
Worcester
Framingham/Worcester Line
Grafton
Framingham/Worcester Line, Framingham/Worcester Line
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