Average Rent in 02128, Boston, MA

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Current Versus Historical 02128, Boston, MA Rents

02128 rentals average $2,200 for a studio rental to $3,900 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,800, or roughly $3 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in November 2024, median rents have risen over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $158 (-6.71%) year-over-year from $2,358 to $2,200. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $179 (7.60%) year-over-year from $2,358 to $2,538. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $41 (1.39%) year-over-year from $2,932 to $2,973. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $407 (12.74%) year-over-year from $3,193 to $3,600. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $1,301 (31.35%) year-over-year from $4,149 to $5,450. 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 3.94% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 4.10% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 1.94% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 7.46% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 9.73% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Nov 2024 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$4.47	$2,200	$2,358 (-6.71%)	$2,368 (-7.08%)
1 BR	$3.68	$2,538	$2,358 (7.60%)	$2,164 (17.25%)
2 BR	$3.18	$2,973	$2,932 (1.39%)	$2,583 (15.06%)
3 BR	$3.00	$3,600	$3,193 (12.74%)	$3,017 (19.34%)
4+ BR	$2.51	$5,450	$4,149 (31.35%)	$3,150 (73.02%)

Historical Rents in 02128, Boston, MA

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Top Cities Near 02128

There are a total of 14 cities nearby 02128. The average rent in 02128 is currently $2,995 per month. A total of 5 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Lynn, MA, with an average rent of $1,980, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near 02128, Boston, MA is Newton, MA. Monthly rents here are on average $3,900 per month.

Let's compare 02128, Boston, MA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in 02128, Boston, MA is 26.25% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 7.39% more expensive. Two bedrooms in 02128, Boston, MA are about 2.12% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 25.83% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 14 total cities near 02128, Boston, MA in the following chart.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Lynn, MA	$1,595	$1,950	$2,400	$1,980
Revere, MA	$1,650	$2,300	$2,800	$2,500
Quincy, MA	$1,700	$2,300	$2,600	$2,500
Malden, MA	N/A	$2,200	$2,850	$2,800
Arlington, MA	N/A	$2,100	$2,800	$2,950
Medford, MA	$1,650	$2,900	$2,725	$3,200
Somerville, MA	$2,330	$2,470	$3,200	$3,250
Boston, MA	$2,400	$3,000	$3,400	$3,400
Cambridge, MA	$2,600	$3,100	$3,600	$3,500
Brookline, MA	$300	$2,700	$3,500	$3,600

Top Neighborhoods Near 02128

There are a total of 12 neighborhoods in or near 02128. Some of these neighborhoods include Commonwealth, Columbia Point, and Coolidge Corner. We've included all of these top 12 neighborhoods in or near 02128, Boston, MA in the following chart.

The average rent for these 12 neighborhoods in or near 02128, Boston, MA is currently around $3,633 per month. A total of one neighborhood has a lower average rent. Meaning, only eleven neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $3,633. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than 02128's average rent, which is only $2,800. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 02128, Commonwealth has the most affordable average rent at $2,725 per month. Whereas, at $4,350 average rent per month, D Street - West Broadway is the most expensive neighborhood in or near 02128. View the following chart for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Commonwealth, Boston, MA	$1,800	$2,250	$2,850	$2,725
Columbia Point, Boston, MA	N/A	$2,350	$2,800	$2,900
Coolidge Corner, Brookline, MA	$2,335	$2,725	$3,300	$3,400
Fenway - Kenmore - Audubon Circle - Longwood, Boston, MA	$2,475	$2,895	$4,650	$3,500
Beacon Hill, Boston, MA	$2,200	$3,475	$3,700	$3,500
West End, Boston, MA	$2,783	$3,448	$4,770	$3,571
North End, Boston, MA	N/A	$2,800	$4,200	$3,695
East Cambridge, Cambridge, MA	$3,180	$3,450	$3,909	$3,715
Back Bay, Boston, MA	$2,475	$3,400	$4,600	$3,975
Downtown Boston, Boston, MA	$2,900	$3,800	$5,350	$4,148
South End, Boston, MA	$2,284	$3,450	$4,400	$4,160
D Street - West Broadway, Boston, MA	$3,075	$3,725	$4,225	$4,350

Top Counties Near 02128

There are a total of 12 counties located by 02128, Boston, MA. Some of these counties include Lynn, MA, Revere, MA, and Quincy, MA. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,995. That's roughly around $3 per sqft. A total of 5 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Lynn, MA. It's average rent per month is $1,980. Vice versa, with an average rent of $3,900, Newton, MA is the most expensive county by 02128, Boston, MA.

Typically, rent for studios in 02128, Boston, MA is 26.25% more expensive than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in 02128, Boston, MA is 7.39% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in 02128, Boston, MA is 2.12% more expensive than other counties nearby. We've listed the top 10 counties in the chart below.

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Lynn, MA	$1,595	$1,950	$2,400	$1,980
Revere, MA	$1,650	$2,300	$2,800	$2,500
Quincy, MA	$1,700	$2,300	$2,600	$2,500
Malden, MA	N/A	$2,200	$2,850	$2,800
Arlington, MA	N/A	$2,100	$2,800	$2,950
Medford, MA	$1,650	$2,900	$2,725	$3,200
Somerville, MA	$2,330	$2,470	$3,200	$3,250
Boston, MA	$2,400	$3,000	$3,400	$3,400
Cambridge, MA	$2,600	$3,100	$3,600	$3,500
Brookline, MA	$300	$2,700	$3,500	$3,600

Top Zipcodes Near 02128

There are a total of 3 zipcodes in or near 02128, Boston, MA. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $4,000.

The following chart includes the top 3 zipcodes in 02128, Boston, MA. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
02116, Boston, MA	$2,800	$3,238	$4,998	$4,250
02118, Boston, MA	$1,367	$3,450	$4,400	$4,000
02472, Watertown Town, MA	N/A	$2,640	$2,925	$3,000

Frequently Asked Questions - 02128 Average Rents

What is the average rent price in 02128, Boston, MA?

The average monthly rental price for 02128, Boston, MA apartments for rent is approximately $2,800. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do 02128, 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 02128, Boston, MA.

How much is a studio apartment in 02128, Boston, MA?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $2,200 and an average price per square feet of $4.47. There are a total of 3 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in 02128.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in 02128, Boston, MA?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $2,538 and an average price per square feet of $3.68. There are a total of 24 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 02128.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in 02128, Boston, MA?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $2,950 and an average price per square feet of $3.18. There are a total of 55 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 02128.

How have rent prices in 02128, Boston, MA changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in 02128, Boston, MA can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.07%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.08%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.01%, and three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.13% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in 02128, Boston, MA?

A reasonable rent price in 02128, Boston, MA is around $2,240/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.