Boston, MA rental market
What is the average rent in Boston, MA?
Rental market summary
The average rent for all bedrooms and all property types in Boston, MA is $3,300.
Average rent
$3,300
Month-over-monthMoM change
+$50
Year-over-yearYoY change
+$100
Available rentals
10,616
Source: Zillow Rentals data
Rental price range
The price range for all bedrooms and all property types is $250 to $99,999.
| Rent price | Number of rental properties |
|---|---|
| $0 | 2 |
| $500 | 2 |
| $600 | 1 |
| $700 | 9 |
| $800 | 37 |
| $900 | 55 |
| $1,000 | 44 |
| $1,100 | 83 |
| $1,200 | 104 |
| $1,300 | 57 |
| $1,400 | 45 |
| $1,500 | 36 |
| $1,600 | 59 |
| $1,700 | 80 |
| $1,800 | 118 |
| $1,900 | 185 |
| $2,000 | 248 |
| $2,100 | 325 |
| $2,200 | 456 |
| $2,300 | 523 |
| $2,400 | 631 |
| $2,500 | 674 |
| $2,600 | 634 |
| $2,700 | 688 |
| $2,800 | 676 |
| $2,900 | 656 |
| $3,000 | 554 |
| $3,100 | 537 |
| $3,200 | 622 |
| $3,300 | 543 |
| $3,400 | 615 |
| $3,500 | 612 |
| $3,600 | 499 |
| $3,700 | 452 |
| $3,800 | 419 |
| $3,900 | 423 |
| $4,000 | 309 |
| $4,100 | 232 |
| $4,200 | 233 |
| $4,300 | 200 |
| $4,400 | 254 |
| $4,500 | 258 |
| $4,600 | 144 |
| $4,700 | 231 |
| $4,800 | 215 |
| $4,900 | 242 |
| $5,000+ | 1716 |
Average rent price over time
In the last year, rent has increased by $100 compared to the previous year.
| Last year (2025) | This year (2026) | |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | $3,400 | $3,379 |
| Feb | $3,500 | $3,450 |
| Mar | $3,478 | $3,547 |
| Apr | $3,410 | $3,500 |
| May | $3,400 | $3,500 |
| Jun | $3,400 | $3,500 |
| Jul | $3,365 | $3,500 |
| Aug | $3,350 | $3,450 |
| Sep | $3,300 | $3,400 |
| Oct | $3,200 | $3,289 |
| Nov | $3,200 | $3,300 |
| Dec | $3,250 | No data |
Market temperature
The Boston, MA rental market temperature is WARM. Market temperature is based on changes in renter demand compared to the national average. For example, a hot market has increasing demand.
Temperature is based on all bedrooms and all property types.
Compare average rent in markets
Rent in Boston, MA is 65% higher than the national average.
$3,300
$1,999
Rent in Boston, MA
We created a seamless online experience for you - from shopping on the largest rental network, to applying, to paying rent.
Rent trends near Boston, MARent trends nearby
Frequently asked questions
1. What is the average rent in Boston, MA?
2. What is the average rent for a studio apartment in Boston, MA?
3. What is the average rent for a one-bedroom apartment in Boston, MA?
4. What is the average rent for a two-bedroom apartment in Boston, MA?
5. What is the average rent for a three-bedroom apartment in Boston, MA?
6. What is the average rent for a four-bedroom apartment in Boston, MA?
7. How much does it cost to rent a house in Boston, MA?
8. How has the rent in Boston, MA changed in the last year?
9. How much has the rent in Boston, MA increased/decreased in the last month?
10. How many available rentals are there in Boston, MA?
11. How do rent prices in Boston, MA compare with the national average?
