5+ Days Ago
Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Some off street parking
- Pet friendly
Location
54 Shelby St, Worcester, MA 01605, USA|Shrewsbury Street
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Property Overview
54 Shelby St offers strong overall value, with an 8.3 Zumper Expert Rating, a top price rating, and a location rating of 9. Its standout pros include excellent value for money, 12 photos, and a nearby top-rated elementary school, while notable features include pet-friendly living and some off-street parking.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Elementary school nearby
- Images Available
Floor plans
| 54 Shelby St - (B) 5 | 2 bed | 1 bath | 700 sqft | $1,675 /mo | Recently renovated ground level unit. Some off street parking available, tenant pays for electricity. Pet friendly! |
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Amenities for 54 Shelby St
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
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One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time.
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OPTIONAL FEES
Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
Allowed
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Cat
Pet Terms
1 cat max.
Dog
Pet Terms
1 dog max.
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Building details
Property details
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About 54 Shelby St
Recently renovated ground level unit. Some off street parking available, tenant pays for electricity. Pet friendly!
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 54 Shelby St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 54 Shelby St has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
54 Shelby St offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 54 Shelby St is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
54 Shelby St is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 54 Shelby St does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
54 Shelby St provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
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 54 Shelby St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.0 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Shrewsbury Street
2-bedroom apartments at 54 Shelby St cost about 9% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Shrewsbury Street.
Median rents as of Jun 6 2026.
Shrewsbury Street
Worcester
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $2,204 |
| July 2024 | $2,248 |
| August 2024 | $2,283 |
| September 2024 | $2,262 |
| October 2024 | $2,200 |
| November 2024 | $2,144 |
| December 2024 | $2,121 |
| January 2025 | $2,130 |
| February 2025 | $2,164 |
| March 2025 | $2,227 |
| April 2025 | $2,200 |
| May 2025 | $2,200 |
| June 2025 | $2,197 |
| July 2025 | $2,120 |
| August 2025 | $2,100 |
| September 2025 | $2,057 |
| October 2025 | $2,010 |
| November 2025 | $1,996 |
| December 2025 | $2,000 |
| January 2026 | $2,000 |
| February 2026 | $2,010 |
| March 2026 | $2,000 |
| April 2026 | $2,025 |
| May 2026 | $2,045 |
| June 2026 | $2,022 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $1,806 |
| July 2024 | $1,775 |
| September 2024 | $1,937 |
| October 2024 | $1,950 |
| November 2024 | $1,865 |
| December 2024 | $1,809 |
| January 2025 | $1,893 |
| February 2025 | $1,912 |
| March 2025 | $2,000 |
| April 2025 | $2,050 |
| May 2025 | $2,050 |
| June 2025 | $1,993 |
| July 2025 | $1,980 |
| October 2025 | $1,885 |
| November 2025 | $1,995 |
| December 2025 | $2,068 |
| January 2026 | $2,017 |
| February 2026 | $2,014 |
| March 2026 | $1,964 |
| April 2026 | $1,964 |
| May 2026 | $1,832 |
| June 2026 | $1,850 |
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Can I afford to live at 54 Shelby St?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $67,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,675.
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Schools near 54 Shelby St
City View Discovery School
80 prospect st
worcester, MA, 1605
PK, K-6Public
C
La Familia Dual Language School
355 grafton st
worcester, MA, 1604
PK, K-6Public
B+
Head Start
770 main st
worcester, MA, 1610
PKPublic
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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Neighborhood
Shrewsbury Street | Worcester, MA
Getting around Worcester near 54 Shelby St
Walking
8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
6/10
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
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 54 Shelby St, Worcester
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
7/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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