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Highlights

  • Quartz countertops
  • Led lighting
  • Vibrant neighborhood
  • Spacious living room
  • Abundant storage space
  • Soft-close cabinetry

Location

505 Main St, Sturbridge, MA 01518, USA
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(844) 913-7494 ext. 9852

Property Overview

Homestead earns strong marks overall, with a high expert rating, excellent price and amenities scores, and a location that offers convenience to nearby points of interest. Its quartz countertops, LED lighting, spacious living room, abundant storage, and soft-close cabinetry add to the appeal, while high-speed internet and utilities included make it a good fit for work-from-home needs.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Homestead is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Homestead has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
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Great for

  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

Homestead - 52 bed1 bath850 sqft$2,500 /moWelcome to Homestead, a residential community located at 505 Main Street in Sturbridge, MA. This two bedroom, one bathroom, second floor unit offers thoughtfully designed living spaces, high end finishes, and a location just steps from the best of what Sturbridge has to offer. KITCHEN & LIVING AREA -Fully equipped kitchen with premium stainless steel appliances: range, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, garbage disposal, and ice maker. -Quartz countertops and soft-close cabinetry -Kitchens that flow seamlessly into the spacious living room, creating the perfect environment for entertaining or relaxing. BEDROOMS -Two generously sized bedrooms at 14' x 12', and 11 x 12'. -Each bedroom offers abundant storage space. BATHROOM -Elegant tile flooring and a classic subway-tiled rain shower. -Quartz-topped vanity with integrated sink for a clean, modern look. -Includes a convenient washer and dryer within the bathroom. ADDITIONAL FEATURES -Combination of hardwood and tile flooring throughout

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High-Speed Internet

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Availability 24 HoursRecycling
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About Homestead

HomeApartments in Sturbridge Homestead

Welcome to Homestead, a residential community located at 505 Main Street in Sturbridge, MA. This three bedroom, one bathroom, second floor unit offers thoughtfully designed living spaces, high end finishes, and a location just steps from the best of what Sturbridge has to offer. KITCHEN & LIVING AREA -Fully equipped kitchen with premium stainless steel appliances: range, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, garbage disposal, and ice maker. -Quartz countertops and soft-close cabinetry -Kitchens that flow seamlessly into the spacious living room, creating the perfect environment for entertaining or relaxing. BEDROOMS -Three generously sized bedrooms at 16' x 11', 16 x 11' and 14' x 14'. -Each bedroom offers abundant storage space. BATHROOM -Elegant tile flooring and a classic subway-tiled rain shower. -Quartz topped vanity with integrated sink for a clean, modern look. -Includes a convenient washer and dryer within the bathroom. ADDITIONAL FEATURES -Combination of hardwood and tile flooring throughout the unit. -LED lighting for enhanced energy efficiency and ambiance. -Advanced energy-efficient heating and cooling system. COMMUNITY & LOCATION PERKS -Scenic parks and walking trails -Charming restaurants, cafes, and local breweries -A vibrant neighborhood ideal for outdoor enthusiasts and food lovers LOCATION -505 Main Street, Sturbridge, MA FEES -First & Security (equal to rent) -Lock & key - $300 PET POLICY -Cats and dogs welcome UTILITIES -Resident - Electric & cable -Owner - Water, waste, & snow


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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Homestead is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Homestead has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Homestead
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.
Homestead 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·9A 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.
Homestead goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including availability 24 hours. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Homestead receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Homestead 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 Homestead does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Homestead is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Utilities included in the rent

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 Homestead compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 1 mile away
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Considerations

No in-unit dishwasher
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Rent trends in Sturbridge

2-bedroom apartments at Homestead cost about the same as the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Sturbridge.

Median rents as of Jul 25 2026.
Sturbridge
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Sturbridge
MonthMedian Rent
August 2025$2,100
September 2025$2,100
November 2025$2,000
December 2025$1,400
January 2026$1,471
February 2026$1,900
March 2026$1,900
April 2026$1,925
May 2026$1,875
June 2026$1,875
July 2026$1,900

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$100,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $100,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,500.
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Schools near Homestead

Burgess Elementary School

45 burgess school rd

sturbridge, MA, 1566

PK, K-6Public
B+

Holland Elementary School

28 sturbridge rd

holland, MA, 1521

PK, K-6Public
B-

Brimfield Elementary School

22 wales rd

brimfield, MA, 1010

PK, K-6Public
A-

Wales Elementary School

41 main st

wales, MA, 1081

PK, K-6Public
C+

Brookfield Elementary School

37 central st

brookfield, MA, 1506

PK, K-6Public
B
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Sturbridge near 505 Main St

Walking

2/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Points of interest for 505 Main St, Sturbridge

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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