Average Rent in 02134, Boston, MA

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Current Versus Historical 02134, Boston, MA Rents

02134 rentals average $3,199 for a studio rental to $4,200 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $3,413, or roughly $5 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in May 2024, median rents have risen over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $151 (8.05%) year-over-year from $1,874 to $2,025. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $125 (5.49%) year-over-year from $2,275 to $2,400. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $33 (1.25%) year-over-year from $2,667 to $2,700. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $375 (11.63%) year-over-year from $3,225 to $3,600. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $167 (3.56%) year-over-year from $4,683 to $4,850. Note that this figure includes all active and rented listings throughout the month.

Month-to-month, seasonality might have a bigger impact than overall trend price changes. Studio rents have gone up by 0.87% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 0.00% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 8.99% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 0.00% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone down by 4.12% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	May 2024 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$7.62	$2,025	$1,874 (8.05%)	$1,583 (27.89%)
1 BR	$4.89	$2,400	$2,275 (5.49%)	$1,816 (32.17%)
2 BR	$4.88	$2,700	$2,667 (1.25%)	$2,325 (16.13%)
3 BR	$4.16	$3,600	$3,225 (11.63%)	$3,000 (20.00%)
4+ BR	$4.18	$4,850	$4,683 (3.56%)	$4,100 (18.29%)

Historical Rents in 02134, Boston, MA

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Top Cities Near 02134

There are a total of 3 cities nearby 02134. The average rent in 02134 is currently $3,423 per month. Only one city nearby has an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Brookline, MA, with an average rent of $3,400, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near 02134, Boston, MA is Boston, MA. Monthly rents here are on average $3,673 per month.

Let's compare 02134, Boston, MA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in 02134, Boston, MA is 8.64% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 9.43% more affordable. Two bedrooms in 02134, Boston, MA are about 18.28% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 17.69% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 3 cities near 02134, Boston, MA in the following chart.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Brookline, MA	$1,943	$2,600	$3,300	$3,400
Cambridge, MA	$2,923	$3,075	$3,785	$3,423
Boston, MA	$2,974	$3,500	$4,415	$3,673

Top Neighborhoods Near 02134

There are a total of 8 neighborhoods in or near 02134. Some of these neighborhoods include North Cambridge, South End, and East Cambridge. We've included all of these top 8 neighborhoods in or near 02134, Boston, MA in the following chart.

The average rent for these 8 neighborhoods in or near 02134, Boston, MA is currently around $3,683 per month. A total of one neighborhood has a lower average rent. Meaning, only seven neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $3,683. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than 02134's average rent, which is only $3,413. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 02134, North Cambridge has the most affordable average rent at $3,072 per month. Whereas, at $4,162 average rent per month, Fenway - Kenmore - Audubon Circle - Longwood is the most expensive neighborhood in or near 02134. View the following chart for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
North Cambridge, Cambridge, MA	$2,814	$2,943	$3,559	$3,072
South End, Boston, MA	$2,964	$3,485	$4,862	$3,576
East Cambridge, Cambridge, MA	$3,047	$3,353	$4,334	$3,637
Downtown Boston, Boston, MA	$2,820	$3,377	$4,365	$3,650
Chinatown - Leather District, Boston, MA	$3,304	$3,645	$5,011	$3,715
D Street - West Broadway, Boston, MA	$3,245	$3,703	$4,832	$4,000
Kendall Square, Cambridge, MA	$3,245	$4,035	$4,660	$4,130
Fenway - Kenmore - Audubon Circle - Longwood, Boston, MA	$3,400	$4,094	$4,850	$4,162

Top Counties Near 02134

There are a total of 8 counties located by 02134, Boston, MA. Some of these counties include Brookline, MA, Cambridge, MA, and Boston, MA. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $3,423. That's roughly around $4 per sqft. A total of 1 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Brookline, MA. It's average rent per month is $3,400. Vice versa, with an average rent of $3,673, Boston, MA is the most expensive county by 02134, Boston, MA.

Typically, rent for studios in 02134, Boston, MA is 8.64% more expensive than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in 02134, Boston, MA is 9.43% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in 02134, Boston, MA is 18.28% more affordable than other counties nearby. We've listed the top 3 counties in the chart below.

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Brookline, MA	$1,943	$2,600	$3,300	$3,400
Cambridge, MA	$2,923	$3,075	$3,785	$3,423
Boston, MA	$2,974	$3,500	$4,415	$3,673

Top Zipcodes Near 02134

There are a total of 11 zipcodes in or near 02134, Boston, MA. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $3,638. A total of 4 zipcodes have a average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 02138, Cambridge, MA at $2,859 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $4,132 per month is 02142, Cambridge, MA.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $2,808. That's at least $6 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near 02134, Boston, MA is $3,490 per month. Or in other words, $5 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $4,436 per month. Which comes out to $4 per sqft. The following chart includes the top 10 zipcodes in 02134, Boston, MA. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
02114, Boston, MA	$2,808	$3,395	$4,413	$3,700
02210, Boston, MA	$3,240	$3,700	$4,889	$3,956
02118, Boston, MA	$2,964	$3,490	$4,882	$3,645
02215, Boston, MA	$2,660	$4,092	$4,889	$4,077
02116, Boston, MA	$2,860	$3,530	$4,928	$3,638
02135, Boston, MA	$2,573	$2,922	$3,150	$3,300
02142, Cambridge, MA	$3,145	$3,998	$4,436	$4,132
02138, Cambridge, MA	$2,515	$2,726	$3,573	$2,859
02140, Cambridge, MA	$2,647	$2,928	$3,547	$3,121
02141, Cambridge, MA	$3,042	$3,630	$4,452	$3,353

Frequently Asked Questions - 02134 Average Rents

What is the average rent price in 02134, Boston, MA?

The average monthly rental price for 02134, Boston, MA apartments for rent is approximately $3,413. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do 02134, Boston, MA rent prices drop in winter?

Yes! On average we see a 3.4% drop in rental prices between the peak summer months and the slower winter months. With the added bonus of decreased competition from other renters looking to move, winter is generally considered the best time of the year to find an apartment for rent in 02134, Boston, MA.

How much is a studio apartment in 02134, Boston, MA?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $3,199 and an average price per square feet of $7.62. There are a total of 7 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in 02134.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in 02134, Boston, MA?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $2,810 and an average price per square feet of $4.89. There are a total of 19 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 02134.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in 02134, Boston, MA?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $3,200 and an average price per square feet of $4.88. There are a total of 25 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 02134.

How have rent prices in 02134, Boston, MA changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in 02134, Boston, MA can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 0.08%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.05%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.01%, and three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.12% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in 02134, Boston, MA?

A reasonable rent price in 02134, Boston, MA is around $2,730/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.