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Highlights

  • Off-street parking
  • Beautiful hardwood flooring
  • Spacious bathroom
  • In-unit washer hookup
  • Private porch

Location

78 Elm St, Worcester, MA 01609, USA|Institute Park
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Management

Mekal Management

Leasing office

(508) 552-9685

Property Overview

78 Elm Street earns a strong overall rating of 8.5 from Zumper, reflecting its competitive pricing and exceptional amenities, which receive a 9 out of 10. The property stands out for its off-street parking, beautiful hardwood flooring, and spacious bathroom, all contributing to an impressive standard of living. With a prime location rating of 9 out of 10, it offers residents convenient access to various attractions, further enhancing its appeal as a desirable rental option.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 78 Elm Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 78 Elm Street 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

  • Less expensive

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath$1,250 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to 78 Elm St., Unit 4 in Worcester, MA! This charming second-floor studio apartment offers a bright and open layout with beautiful hardwood flooring and fresh paint throughout. The spacious bathroom adds comfort, while the private porch provides a perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee or unwind after a long day. Additional features include an in-unit washer hookup and off-street parking for convenience. Situated in a central Worcester location, you’ll be close to local shops, restaurants, and major roadways, making commuting and daily errands a breeze. Schedule your showing today and make this cozy, well-maintained studio your next home!
2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath$1,850 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to this well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment at 78 Elm St., offering a functional split-level layout and modern updates throughout! The upper level, conveniently located off the parking area, features a spacious bedroom with high ceilings, creating an open and airy feel. The lower level includes a comfortable living room and kitchen area, complete with washer and dryer appliances and a newly updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Also on the lower level has a full bathroom with a walk-in stand-up shower and a second bedroom. This unique layout offers privacy, convenience, and modern finishes—ideal for tenants looking for something beyond a standard floor plan. Available now! Schedule your showing today!

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Electric StoveIn-Unit Laundry
RangeRefrigerator
Washer and Dryer

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About 78 Elm Street

HomeApartments in WorcesterInstitute Park 78 Elm Street

Welcome to 78 Elm St., Unit 4 in Worcester, MA! This charming second-floor studio apartment offers a bright and open layout with beautiful hardwood flooring and fresh paint throughout. The spacious bathroom adds comfort, while the private porch provides a perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee or unwind after a long day. Additional features include an in-unit washer hookup and off-street parking for convenience. Situated in a central Worcester location, you’ll be close to local shops, restaurants, and major roadways, making commuting and daily errands a breeze. Schedule your showing today and make this cozy, well-maintained studio your next home!


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 78 Elm Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 78 Elm Street 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 78 Elm Street
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.
78 Elm Street 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.
78 Elm Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including landscaping. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 78 Elm Street 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.
78 Elm Street 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 78 Elm Street 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.
78 Elm Street 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 78 Elm Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

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Rent trends in Institute Park

Studio apartments at 78 Elm Street cost about 15% less than the average rent price for studios in Institute Park.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 78 Elm Street to be on par with the average for similarly sized apartments in Institute Park.

Median rents as of Mar 7 2026.
Institute Park
Worcester
A table of studio rental data trends in Worcester
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,562
April 2024$1,500
May 2024$1,520
June 2024$1,741
July 2024$1,827
August 2024$1,725
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
A table of studio rental data trends in Institute Park
MonthMedian Rent
January 2026$1,635
February 2026$1,571
March 2026$1,475

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$50,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $50,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,250.
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Schools near 78 Elm Street

Elm Park Community

23 north ashland 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 78 Elm St

Walking

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

Driving

5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

6/10
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 78 Elm St, Worcester

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

9/10
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

4/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

Explore the area around 78 Elm St

Ortega's Market
260 Pleasant St
Eddies Super Plaza
300 Pleasant St
Bahnan's Bakery
344 Pleasant St
Reliable Market
174 Chandler St
Sandra's Market
652 Main St

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