South Worcester is an urban neighborhood found in the southern portion of Worcester. Located just north of the College of the Holy Cross' campus and just south of Clark University's campus, South Worcester represents a unique environment for those living there.

Real estate in South Worcester is a bit unique compared to the rest of the city. South Worcester was once the center of Worcester's massive weaving industry. Today, its old warehouses have been developed into loft housing those craving that city lifestyle, and its triple-deckers have been renovated to provide new employment opportunities for the residents of Worcester. The median real estate price in South Worcester is currently estimated at $186,306. The average rental price in South Worcester is roughly placed at $717.

The residential real estate in South Worcester is fairly historic. Much of it was built before 1939. In some cases, it was built much earlier, at the end of the nineteenth century. A number of residences were also built later on, between 1940 and 1969. Residential real estate in South Worcester is primarily comprised of small apartment buildings and single-family homes that are small (studio to two bedrooms) and medium (three or four bedrooms) in size. The majority of the residential real estate in South Worcester is occupied by renters. Rental real estate can be found in small apartment buildings, condos, and single- and multi-family homes. Apartments for rent are also found above local stores.