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    • Portside on The Grid

    8 Portland St, Worcester, MA 01608

    Located in Worcester zip code 01608
    Apartment building
    Pet-friendly
    14–unit building
    200–625 sqft
    Studio–1 bedroom
    1 bathroom

    What's special

    Convenient Location | Studio now available! | Heat & Hot Water included! - This beautiful apartment is now available! Fall in love with these original hardwood floor throughout the apartment. Dark countertops with wood cabinets open the space up to feel bright and modern! 8-16 Portland is a quiet building, located right off the busier Franklin St., enjoy the quiet oasis of this building while having the convenience of living in Downtown Worcester. Stay warm in the chilly New England winters with heat and hot water included in your rent, also included in rent is trash and recycling. There is an in building common laundry room (no carrying laundry baskets to the laundry mat!) plus enjoy all the amenities our residents get from living at the Grid District. Located in the heart of downtown Worcester, THE GRID DISTRICT offers a 24/7 fitness center, concierge service, and on-call maintenance. Garage and surface lot parking spaces are available to residents. Pet friendly apartments with an on-site dog park (breed restrictions apply). Grid residents also enjoy a discount at the Brew Cafe and the Worcester Beer Garden. Quick access to 290 and the Mass Pike, this location is central to all your needs. This studio apartment won't be available for long, jump on this opportunity today! (RLNE4776291)

    Facts, features & policies

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    Pet essentials

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    • DogsStatus: Allowed
      Small OK
    • CatsStatus: Allowed
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    Utilities included in rent
    • Heat
    • Hot water

    Neighborhood: 01608

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    Getting around

    Walk Score®
     / 100
    Walker's Paradise
    Transit Score®
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    Good Transit
    Bike Score®
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    Bikeable

    Nearby schools in Worcester

    Chandler Elementary Community School
    Grades K-6 • 0.6 miles
    4/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    2/10
    Student Progress Rating
    5/10
    Jacob Hiatt Magnet School
    Grades PK-6 • 0.6 miles
    5/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    4/10
    Student Progress Rating
    6/10
    Elm Park Community School
    Grades PK-6 • 0.7 miles
    4/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    2/10
    Student Progress Rating
    6/10

    Living in Worcester

    • Historic Area
      Worcester City Hall and Mechanics Hall give downtown a distinctive historic architectural presence.
    • Arts Scene
      Downtown cultural venues, galleries, and theaters make arts part of the area’s daily landscape.
    • Transit Access
      WRTA bus routes and the Worcester commuter rail station provide connections from downtown.
    • Walkable Streets
      The compact downtown street grid puts many shops, cafés, and cultural venues within walking distance.

    Worcester’s 01608 covers the downtown core, set inland in central Massachusetts, where four-season weather brings snowy winters and warm summers. Historic landmarks include Worcester City Hall and Mechanics Hall; nearby green space includes the Common, with paths and open lawns. Downtown’s compact blocks bring restaurants, cafés, shops, theaters, galleries, and live-music venues together, while the Worcester Public Library offers a central indoor destination. The area’s history is visible in its civic buildings and long-standing cultural venues. Walking is practical for many downtown errands, and WRTA buses and the Worcester commuter rail station connect the center with other parts of the city and beyond. For ZIP code 01608, the median rent is $1,957 per month, and the typical range is $1,295 to $20,000, based on 28 active listings.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Where is Portside on The Grid located, and what is the neighborhood like?

    Portside on The Grid is located at 8 Portland St, Worcester, MA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Brew On The Grid, Theatre Cafe, and George's Coney Island.

    What is the average rent in Worcester, MA?

    Based on the latest Zillow data, the median rent across all unit types in ZIP code 01608 in Worcester is currently $1,957 per month. Prices vary by neighborhood, floor plan, and building amenities.

    What schools are assigned to Portside on The Grid?

    The schools assigned to Portside on The Grid include Chandler Elementary Community School, Jacob Hiatt Magnet School, and Elm Park Community School.

    What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near Portside on The Grid?

    Portside on The Grid is located near 6 grocery stores, including Gala Foods Supermarket (0.3 miles) and Honey Farms (0.7 miles). Additional shopping options, including Worcester Historical Museum, are approximately 0.3 miles away.

    What hospitals and medical facilities are near Portside on The Grid?

    The closest hospitals and medical facilities to Portside on The Grid include Saint Vincent Hospital (0.3 miles away), Suite 590 St Vincent Hospital (0.4 miles away), and Unit 15 Maternity At Saint Vincent Hospital (0.4 miles away).

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