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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Fitness center
  • On-site laundry
  • On-site amenities
  • Modern and contemporary finishes
  • Bright and open layout

Location

8 Portland St, Worcester, MA 01608, USA|Central Business District
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The Grid District

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(508) 552-5237

Property Overview

Portside on the Grid offers a strong blend of value, convenience, and lifestyle appeal, with an 8.9/10 expert rating, excellent price and amenities scores, and a highly convenient location. Notable features include a fitness center, on-site laundry, modern and contemporary finishes, and a bright, open layout, while its value for money ranks well above many nearby options.

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

8.9
Very Good
With a solid 8.9 out of 10 overall, Portside on the Grid is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Portside on the Grid 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

  • Middle school nearby
  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

WS300Studio1 bath315 sqft$1,425 /mo2 units availableLive modern and connected in this stylish studio at Portside on The Grid, with heat included for year-round comfort. The bright, open layout and contemporary finishes maximize space, creating an ideal living environment. An updated kitchen and functional living area offer flexibility without sacrificing style. Residents enjoy on-site amenities such as a fitness center, on-site laundry, and easy access to the city. Step outside and you’re in Worcester’s thriving Grid District, just minutes from Union Station, Polar Park, DCU Center, and Worcester Public Market. Portside on The Grid perfectly blends modern comfort with downtown energy—your all-in-one city living solution.
WS200Studio1 bath280 sqft$1,425 /mo1 unit availableLive modern and connected in this stylish studio at Portside on The Grid, with heat included for year-round comfort. The bright, open layout and contemporary finishes maximize space, creating an ideal living environment. An updated kitchen and functional living area offer flexibility without sacrificing style. Residents enjoy on-site amenities such as a fitness center, on-site laundry, and easy access to the city. Step outside and you’re in Worcester’s thriving Grid District, just minutes from Union Station, Polar Park, DCU Center, and Worcester Public Market. Portside on The Grid perfectly blends modern comfort with downtown energy—your all-in-one city living solution.

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Amenities for Portside on the Grid

Apartment Amenities

Central HeatHeating
Hot WaterTrash

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Fitness CenterOnsite Laundry
Resident LoungeResidents Lounge
Sewer

Grounds

Dog Park

Services

Concierge Service

Neighborhood

Downtown Location
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

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units30
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About Portside on the Grid

HomeApartments in WorcesterCentral Business District Portside on the Grid

Live modern and connected in this stylish studio at Portside on The Grid, with heat included for year-round comfort. The bright, open layout and contemporary finishes maximize space, creating an ideal living environment. An updated kitchen and functional living area offer flexibility without sacrificing style. Residents enjoy on-site amenities such as a fitness center, on-site laundry, and easy access to the city. Step outside and you’re in Worcester’s thriving Grid District, just minutes from Union Station, Polar Park, DCU Center, and Worcester Public Market. Portside on The Grid perfectly blends modern comfort with downtown energy—your all-in-one city living solution.


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.
8.9
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.9 out of 10 overall, Portside on the Grid is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Portside on the Grid 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 Portside on the Grid
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.
Portside on the Grid 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·10A 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.
Portside on the Grid stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Portside on the Grid 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust Portside on the Grid to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.
Portside on the Grid 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.

Portside on the Grid is great for:

Social life

  • Community gathering spaces on-site (lounges, rooftops, etc.)
  • This community has public spaces on site, like fitness centers or pools
  • 292 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Diverse age groups live in this area

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 Portside on the Grid compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Less expensive
Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in Central Business District

Studio apartments at Portside on the Grid cost about 12% less than the average rent price for studios in Central Business District.

Median rents as of Aug 15 2026.
Central Business District
Worcester
A table of studio rental data trends in Worcester
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,625
September 2024$1,834
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$1,648
A table of studio rental data trends in Central Business District
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,423
September 2024$1,512
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$1,637

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Can I afford to live at 8 Portland St?

Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$57,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $57,000 annually to afford this studio median monthly rent price of $1,425.
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Schools near Portside on the Grid

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 8 Portland St

Walking

9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

6/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

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

Transit

8/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 8 Portland St, Worcester

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

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 30-minute walk

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within walking distance

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