Average Rent in Newton, MA

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Current Versus Historical Newton, MA Rents

Newton rentals average $1,908 for a studio rental to $6,900 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $3,750, or roughly $2 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in December 2024, median rents have been roughly unchanged over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $524 (-22.59%) year-over-year from $2,319 to $1,795. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $21 (-0.92%) year-over-year from $2,258 to $2,238. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $79 (2.77%) year-over-year from $2,858 to $2,938. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $425 (11.49%) year-over-year from $3,700 to $4,125. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $518 (8.67%) year-over-year from $5,982 to $6,500. 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 down by 4.61% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 0.74% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 1.12% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 3.34% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 0.26% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Dec 2024 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$4.52	$1,795	$2,319 (-22.59%)	$728 (146.45%)
1 BR	$3.13	$2,238	$2,258 (-0.92%)	$2,029 (10.27%)
2 BR	$2.48	$2,938	$2,858 (2.77%)	$2,367 (24.12%)
3 BR	$2.53	$4,125	$3,700 (11.49%)	$2,967 (39.04%)
4+ BR	$2.28	$6,500	$5,982 (8.67%)	$4,167 (56.00%)

Historical Rents in Newton, MA

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Top Cities Near Newton

There are a total of 7 cities nearby Newton. The average rent in Newton is currently $3,000 per month. A total of 7 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Malden, MA, with an average rent of $2,713, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Newton, MA is Brookline, MA. Monthly rents here are on average $3,500 per month.

Let's compare Newton, MA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in Newton, MA is 12.71% more affordable than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 14.13% more affordable. Two bedrooms in Newton, MA are about 2.13% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 8.72% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 7 cities near Newton, MA in the following chart.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Malden, MA	N/A	$2,100	$2,675	$2,713
Waltham, MA	$2,000	$2,625	$2,998	$2,985
Watertown Town, MA	$2,678	$2,525	$3,000	$2,998
Medford, MA	N/A	$2,100	$2,650	$3,000
Somerville, MA	$2,165	$2,850	$3,000	$3,300
Brookline, MA	$2,150	$2,700	$3,600	$3,500
Cambridge, MA	$2,750	$3,025	$3,600	$3,500

Top Neighborhoods Near Newton

There are a total of 11 neighborhoods in or near Newton. Some of these neighborhoods include Commonwealth, Neighborhood Nine, and Coolidge Corner. We've included all of these top 11 neighborhoods in or near Newton, MA in the following chart.

The average rent for these 11 neighborhoods in or near Newton, MA is currently around $3,600 per month. A total of 7 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only four neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $3,600. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Newton, Commonwealth has the most affordable average rent at $3,000 per month. Whereas, at $6,000 average rent per month, Mission Hill is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Newton. View the following chart for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Commonwealth, Boston, MA	$300	$2,488	$3,083	$3,000
Neighborhood Nine, Cambridge, MA	$2,800	$2,800	$3,575	$3,100
Coolidge Corner, Brookline, MA	$2,500	$2,700	$3,500	$3,200
Columbia Point, Boston, MA	N/A	N/A	$2,800	$3,200
Fenway - Kenmore - Audubon Circle - Longwood, Boston, MA	$2,700	$2,800	$4,500	$3,500
West End, Boston, MA	$2,723	$3,453	$4,500	$3,600
East Cambridge, Cambridge, MA	$3,168	$3,500	$3,921	$3,650
Back Bay, Boston, MA	$3,000	$3,400	$4,750	$3,800
Downtown Boston, Boston, MA	$3,000	$3,733	$5,485	$3,893
South End, Boston, MA	$2,635	$3,395	$4,400	$4,303
Mission Hill, Boston, MA	N/A	$3,200	$2,900	$6,000

Top Counties Near Newton

There are a total of 11 counties located by Newton, MA. Some of these counties include Malden, MA, Waltham, MA, and Watertown Town, MA. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $3,150. That's roughly around $3 per sqft. A total of 8 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Malden, MA. It's average rent per month is $2,713. Vice versa, with an average rent of $3,750, Newton, MA is the most expensive county by Newton, MA.

Typically, rent for studios in Newton, MA is 8.78% more affordable than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in Newton, MA is 11.96% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in Newton, MA is 2.09% more affordable than other counties nearby. We've listed the top 8 counties in the chart below.

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Malden, MA	N/A	$2,100	$2,675	$2,713
Waltham, MA	$2,000	$2,625	$2,998	$2,985
Watertown Town, MA	$2,678	$2,525	$3,000	$2,998
Medford, MA	N/A	$2,100	$2,650	$3,000
Somerville, MA	$2,165	$2,850	$3,000	$3,300
Brookline, MA	$2,150	$2,700	$3,600	$3,500
Cambridge, MA	$2,750	$3,025	$3,600	$3,500
Newton, MA	$1,908	$2,300	$2,938	$3,750

Top Zipcodes Near Newton

There are a total of 3 zipcodes in or near Newton, MA. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $4,200.

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

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
02116, Boston, MA	$3,000	$3,213	$5,350	$4,200
02118, Boston, MA	$2,608	$3,340	$4,400	$4,305
02472, Watertown Town, MA	$2,678	$2,525	$3,000	$2,998

Frequently Asked Questions - Newton Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Newton, MA?

The average monthly rental price for Newton, MA apartments for rent is approximately $3,750. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do Newton, 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 Newton, MA.

How much is a studio apartment in Newton, MA?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,908 and an average price per square feet of $4.52. There are a total of 2 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in Newton.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in Newton, MA?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $2,300 and an average price per square feet of $3.13. There are a total of 5 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Newton.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in Newton, MA?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $2,938 and an average price per square feet of $2.48. There are a total of 32 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Newton.

How have rent prices in Newton, MA changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in Newton, MA can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.23%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.01%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.03%, and three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.11% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in Newton, MA?

A reasonable rent price in Newton, MA is around $3,000/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.