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Highlights
- Stand up shower
- On-street parking
Location
3 Marston Way, Worcester, MA 01609, USA|Institute Park
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Property Overview
3 Marston Way offers strong overall value, with an 8.5 Zumper Expert Rating supported by excellent price, amenities, and location scores. Notable features include a stand up shower and on-street parking, while the nearby top rated elementary and middle schools add convenient access to education options.
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
Middle school nearby- Elementary school nearby
- High school nearby
Floor plans
| 0BR/1.0BA | Studio | 1 bath | $1,100 /mo | 1 unit available | Beautiful Studio apartment located just a short walk from the WPI campus, Worcester’s most desirable academic and park-adjacent neighborhoods. The property sits near the former Becker College campus and is moments from the open green space and walking paths of Elm Park. Gas included; on-street parking, nearby public transportation, close proximity to higher education, medical institutions, and downtown Worcester. Laundry mat in nearby proximity. This is a second floor unit equipped with a stand up shower. |
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About 3 Marston Way
Beautiful Studio apartment located just a short walk from the WPI campus, Worcester’s most desirable academic and park-adjacent neighborhoods. The property sits near the former Becker College campus and is moments from the open green space and walking paths of Elm Park. Gas included; on-street parking, nearby public transportation, close proximity to higher education, medical institutions, and downtown Worcester. Laundry mat in nearby proximity. This is a second floor unit equipped with a stand up shower.
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 GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 3 Marston Way is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 3 Marston Way 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.
3 Marston Way 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.
3 Marston Way goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including building or unit level amenities. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 3 Marston Way 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.
3 Marston Way 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 3 Marston Way 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.
3 Marston Way 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 3 Marston Way compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Institute Park
studio apartments at 3 Marston Way cost about 27% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in Institute Park.
Median rents as of Sep 26 2026.
Institute Park
Worcester
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $1,898 |
| 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 | $1,582 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| January 2026 | $1,635 |
| February 2026 | $1,571 |
| March 2026 | $1,475 |
| April 2026 | $1,422 |
| May 2026 | $1,475 |
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30%
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Schools near 3 Marston Way
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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Neighborhood
Institute Park | Worcester, MA
Getting around Worcester near 3 Marston Way
Walking
8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
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
4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 3 Marston Way, 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
6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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Eddies Super Plaza
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Market 32 By Price Chopper
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Price Chopper
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Bahnan's Bakery
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Bonardi's Formalwear Inc
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Tech Cleaners & Tailors
154 Highland St
Sweet Janes
120 Main St
4-You
22 Front St
Perfect Fit Tailoring
37 Mechanic St
Honey Dew Donuts
101 Highland St
Dunkin'
185 Park Ave
Impact 508 Nutrition
198 Park Ave
Starbucks
24 Boynton St
Dunkin'
100 Institute Rd
Boynton Restaurant
119 Highland St
Raven
258 Pleasant St
Whiskey Lounge
225 Shrewsbury St
Barr & Barr Builders Inc
446 Main St
Walshy's on Main
287 Main St
Vuong Gourmet Inc
104 Highland St
L A Central Bakery & Cafe Inc
422 Main St
Ecua Colombia Bakery
53 Chandler St
Worcester Meat Market Inc
43 Chandler St
Shawarma Palace
20 Franklin St
Becker Field
Playground
Elm Park
Garden
John and Frannie Herron Park
Subway
151 Highland St
Tech Pizza
137 Highland St
Momo Palace
142B Highland St
Boynton Restaurant
119 Highland St
Honey Dew Donuts
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81 Elm St
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Lincoln Plaza via Grove & W Boylston
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Worcester State U via Highland St
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