Average rent in Massachusetts
As of July 2026, the typical rent across Massachusetts's 5 metro areas is $2,903 per month (+2.6% year over year, weighted by population so large metros count for more).
Figures cover all property types — single-family, condo and apartment — at every bedroom count. The interactive map can break rents down by home type.
Aug 24 – Sep 26
Massachusetts observed rentForecast (2 months shown free)
| Metro | Average rent | Year over year | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston, MA | $3,165 | +2.6% | Trends & forecast → |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $2,738 | +3.6% | Trends & forecast → |
| Worcester, MA | $2,142 | +1.4% | Trends & forecast → |
| Springfield, MA | $1,918 | +3.7% | Trends & forecast → |
| Pittsfield, MA | $1,753 | +4.9% | Trends & forecast → |
Want the 12-month outlook for a Massachusetts metro? Open the interactive forecast — history, confidence ranges, and what's driving each prediction.