Last updated October 14, 2026
Average Rent in Massachusetts (2026)
Average rent across Massachusetts is $3,212/mo as of October 2026, based on 3,549 units tracked daily across 45 cities and 267 apartment communities. Rents are up $14 (0.4%) compared to 30 days ago. Prices range from $663 to $14,886.
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Massachusetts Rent by City
Cities ranked by tracked inventory depth, biggest first. Prices are refreshed daily.
| City | Avg Rent | 30d Change | Units | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston | $4,696 | +$332 | 482 | $1,544 |
| Lynn | $2,990 | -$36 | 431 | $1,536 |
| Stoneham | $3,527 | +$287 | 229 | $2,563 |
| Watertown | $3,678 | +$316 | 166 | $663 |
| Waltham | $3,530 | -$30 | 149 | $2,480 |
| Medford | $3,396 | -$259 | 146 | $2,451 |
| Malden | $3,503 | -$745 | 142 | $2,001 |
| Agawam | $2,136 | -$228 | 131 | $813 |
| Weymouth | $2,525 | +$84 | 128 | $1,723 |
| Revere | $2,813 | +$82 | 123 | $1,500 |
| Worcester | $2,036 | +$74 | 116 | $1,295 |
| Everett | $2,978 | +$87 | 109 | $2,115 |
| New Bedford | $1,626 | +$120 | 105 | $737 |
| Woburn | $3,095 | -$157 | 100 | $2,228 |
| Lawrence | $2,421 | -$91 | 89 | $669 |
| Quincy | $3,008 | +$74 | 84 | $2,098 |
| Framingham | $3,225 | +$152 | 79 | $2,135 |
| Burlington | $3,084 | +$29 | 76 | $2,344 |
| Fall River | $2,113 | -$123 | 68 | $964 |
| Andover | $2,860 | +$134 | 62 | $2,359 |
Show 25 smaller Massachusetts cities
| City | Avg Rent | 30d Change | Units | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield | $1,679 | +$205 | 55 | $820 |
| Newton | $3,930 | -$1,356 | 54 | $800 |
| Hingham | $3,602 | -$267 | 47 | $2,369 |
| Wakefield | $3,166 | -$220 | 46 | $2,329 |
| Somerville | $3,855 | +$276 | 44 | $2,703 |
| Haverhill | $2,357 | +$43 | 34 | $1,796 |
| Hanover | $2,857 | -$252 | 33 | $2,209 |
| Melrose | $3,294 | -$123 | 30 | $2,964 |
| Easton | $3,669 | +$358 | 28 | $2,681 |
| Wilmington | $3,197 | -$128 | 28 | $2,495 |
| Bridgewater | $2,819 | +$819 | 25 | $2,150 |
| North Andover | $3,081 | -$158 | 16 | $2,270 |
| Braintree | $2,854 | +$14 | 15 | $2,465 |
| Taunton | $2,070 | -$571 | 14 | $1,250 |
| Lowell | $2,056 | +$71 | 13 | $895 |
| Chelsea | $3,654 | +$961 | 12 | $2,343 |
| Cambridge | $3,984 | -- | 9 | $3,020 |
| Bedford | $3,202 | +$196 | 8 | $2,802 |
| Brockton | $2,559 | -$123 | 8 | $2,008 |
| Dracut | $2,302 | -$188 | 6 | $2,105 |
| Middleborough | $2,590 | -$72 | 3 | $2,050 |
| Reading | $4,115 | -- | 3 | $3,650 |
| Dorchester Center | $2,430 | -- | 1 | $2,430 |
| Mansfield | $3,095 | -$55 | 1 | $3,095 |
| Methuen | $2,050 | -- | 1 | $2,050 |
Which Massachusetts Cities Are Getting Cheaper?
30-day percent change in asking rent across Massachusetts cities. Green bars dropped, red bars rose. Showing the 15 biggest movers.
The Highest-Earning Apartment Buildings in Massachusetts
Across the 40 Massachusetts buildings we can estimate, rental revenue totals about $25M per month ($299M a year). Estimates come from each building's unit-level listing and leasing activity; click a building for the full methodology.
| Building | City | Est. Monthly Revenue | Est. Occupancy | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.The Sudbury | Boston, MA | $1.8M/mo | 91% | 368 |
| 2.The Abby | Quincy, MA | $1.7M/mo | 95% | 611 |
| 3.Prospect Union Square | Somerville, MA | $1.5M/mo | 95% | 450 |
| 4.Twenty|20 | Malden, MA | $1.4M/mo | 92% | 356 |
| 5.The Kensington | Boston, MA | $1.4M/mo | 94% | 378 |
| 6.Watermark Seaport Apartments | Boston, MA | $1.3M/mo | 93% | 346 |
| 7.Gables Seaport | Boston, MA | $1.3M/mo | 92% | 307 |
| 8.Mystic Place | Medford, MA | $1.3M/mo | 94% | 465 |
| 9.Ashlar Park | Quincy, MA | $1.2M/mo | 96% | 465 |
| 10.Amaya | Revere, MA | $1.0M/mo | 90% | 475 |
Research estimates from listing activity, not operator financials.
Rent by Bedroom Type
Average rent in Massachusetts broken down by apartment size. Only bedroom buckets with 100+ tracked units are shown so every row is backed by meaningful sample size.
| Type | Avg Rent | From | Up To | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,611 | $820 | $4,800 | 418 |
| 1 Bedroom | $2,871 | $669 | $14,021 | 1,469 |
| 2 Bedroom | $3,604 | $895 | $14,886 | 1,225 |
| 3 Bedroom | $4,271 | $1,000 | $13,758 | 194 |
2 bedroom buckets hidden with fewer than 100 tracked units.
Massachusetts Rent Trend Over Time
Average rent trend across all tracked Massachusetts apartments.
Explore Massachusetts apartments on the map
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What is the average rent in Massachusetts?
The average rent in Massachusetts is $3,212 per month as of October 2026, based on 3,549 units tracked across 45 cities.
Which Massachusetts city has the cheapest rent?
New Bedford has the lowest average rent in Massachusetts at $1,626 per month, with units starting from $737.
Are rents going up or down in Massachusetts?
Rents in Massachusetts have increased by $14 (0.4%) over the last 30 days.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Massachusetts?
The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Massachusetts is $2,871 per month, with 1,469 units available.
What is the most expensive city in Massachusetts?
Boston is the most expensive city in Massachusetts with an average rent of $4,696 per month.
How many apartments are available in Massachusetts?
We track 3,549 individual units across 267 apartment communities in 45 Massachusetts cities. Prices are updated daily.
What is the average rent for a studio in Massachusetts?
The average studio apartment rent in Massachusetts is $2,611 per month.
How often are Massachusetts rent prices updated?
We refresh real asking prices every morning. All Massachusetts rent data is updated daily, giving you the most current pricing available.