Average Rent in Brighton, Boston, MA

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Current Versus Historical Brighton, Boston, MA Rents

Brighton rentals average $1,800 for a studio rental to $4,000 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,825, or roughly $3 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in November 2024, median rents have been roughly unchanged over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $147 (-7.53%) year-over-year from $1,947 to $1,800. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $10 (0.44%) year-over-year from $2,290 to $2,300. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $158 (5.99%) year-over-year from $2,642 to $2,800. 3-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $517 (-13.90%) year-over-year from $3,717 to $3,200. 4-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $617 (-12.80%) year-over-year from $4,817 to $4,200. 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 20.60% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 0.73% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 0.30% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 10.28% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone down by 4.55% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Nov 2024 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$4.60	$1,800	$1,947 (-7.53%)	$1,628 (10.60%)
1 BR	$3.70	$2,300	$2,290 (0.44%)	$1,857 (23.88%)
2 BR	$3.24	$2,800	$2,642 (5.99%)	$2,246 (24.68%)
3 BR	$2.50	$3,200	$3,717 (-13.90%)	$2,883 (10.98%)
4+ BR	$2.69	$4,200	$4,817 (-12.80%)	$4,000 (5.00%)

Historical Rents in Brighton, Boston, MA

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Top Cities Near Brighton

There are a total of 14 cities nearby Brighton. The average rent in Brighton is currently $2,925 per month. A total of 6 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Lynn, MA, with an average rent of $1,990, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Brighton, Boston, MA is Newton, MA. Monthly rents here are on average $3,898 per month.

Let's compare Brighton, Boston, MA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in Brighton, Boston, MA is 9.17% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 2.78% more affordable. Two bedrooms in Brighton, Boston, MA are about 2.65% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 3.03% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 14 total cities near Brighton, Boston, MA in the following chart.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Malden, MA	N/A	$2,195	$2,850	$2,600
Waltham, MA	$748	$2,200	$2,998	$2,800
Arlington, MA	N/A	$2,100	$2,800	$2,850
Watertown Town, MA	N/A	$2,615	$2,950	$3,000
Somerville, MA	$2,330	$2,485	$3,188	$3,200
Medford, MA	$1,775	$2,375	$2,750	$3,200
Boston, MA	$2,250	$3,000	$3,400	$3,300
Cambridge, MA	$2,600	$3,100	$3,600	$3,500
Brookline, MA	$1,150	$2,600	$3,500	$3,575
Newton, MA	$1,933	$2,325	$3,100	$3,898

Top Neighborhoods Near Brighton

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

The average rent for these 12 neighborhoods in or near Brighton, Boston, MA is currently around $3,575 per month. A total of 2 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only ten neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $3,575. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than Brighton's average rent, which is only $2,825. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Brighton, Commonwealth has the most affordable average rent at $2,695 per month. Whereas, at $4,200 average rent per month, Downtown Boston is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Brighton. View the following chart for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Commonwealth, Boston, MA	$1,800	$2,200	$2,900	$2,695
Columbia Point, Boston, MA	N/A	$2,350	$2,800	$2,800
Coolidge Corner, Brookline, MA	$2,375	$2,550	$3,300	$3,300
Beacon Hill, Boston, MA	$2,200	$3,000	$3,725	$3,488
West End, Boston, MA	$2,865	$3,465	$4,865	$3,500
Fenway - Kenmore - Audubon Circle - Longwood, Boston, MA	$2,400	$2,850	$4,588	$3,550
North End, Boston, MA	N/A	$2,800	$4,000	$3,600
East Cambridge, Cambridge, MA	$3,175	$3,363	$3,900	$3,630
D Street - West Broadway, Boston, MA	$2,840	$3,375	$3,995	$3,959
South End, Boston, MA	$2,200	$3,398	$4,413	$4,123
Back Bay, Boston, MA	$2,495	$3,400	$4,950	$4,200
Downtown Boston, Boston, MA	$2,858	$3,740	$5,600	$4,200

Top Counties Near Brighton

There are a total of 12 counties located by Brighton, Boston, MA. Some of these counties include Malden, MA, Waltham, MA, and Arlington, MA. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,925. That's roughly around $3 per sqft. A total of 6 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Lynn, MA. It's average rent per month is $1,990. Vice versa, with an average rent of $3,898, Newton, MA is the most expensive county by Brighton, Boston, MA.

Typically, rent for studios in Brighton, Boston, MA is 9.17% more expensive than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in Brighton, Boston, MA is 2.78% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in Brighton, Boston, MA is 2.65% more affordable than other counties nearby. We've listed the top 10 counties in the chart below.

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Malden, MA	N/A	$2,195	$2,850	$2,600
Waltham, MA	$748	$2,200	$2,998	$2,800
Arlington, MA	N/A	$2,100	$2,800	$2,850
Watertown Town, MA	N/A	$2,615	$2,950	$3,000
Somerville, MA	$2,330	$2,485	$3,188	$3,200
Medford, MA	$1,775	$2,375	$2,750	$3,200
Boston, MA	$2,250	$3,000	$3,400	$3,300
Cambridge, MA	$2,600	$3,100	$3,600	$3,500
Brookline, MA	$1,150	$2,600	$3,500	$3,575
Newton, MA	$1,933	$2,325	$3,100	$3,898

Top Zipcodes Near Brighton

There are a total of 4 zipcodes in or near Brighton, Boston, MA. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $3,425.

The following chart includes the top 4 zipcodes in Brighton, Boston, MA. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
02472, Watertown Town, MA	N/A	$2,615	$2,950	$3,000
02116, Boston, MA	$2,775	$3,200	$4,998	$4,500
02118, Boston, MA	$1,325	$3,400	$4,400	$3,850
02128, Boston, MA	$2,200	$2,563	$2,900	$2,800

Frequently Asked Questions - Brighton Average Rents

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

The average monthly rental price for Brighton, Boston, MA apartments for rent is approximately $2,825. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do Brighton, 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 Brighton, Boston, MA.

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

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,800 and an average price per square feet of $4.60. There are a total of 11 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in Brighton.

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

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $2,250 and an average price per square feet of $3.70. There are a total of 37 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Brighton.

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

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $2,825 and an average price per square feet of $3.24. There are a total of 54 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Brighton.

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

Rent prices for rentals in Brighton, Boston, MA can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.08%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.00%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.06%, and three bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.14% year-over-year.

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

A reasonable rent price in Brighton, Boston, MA is around $2,260/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.