Average Rent in 02128, Boston, MA

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Current Versus Historical 02128, Boston, MA Rents

02128 rentals average $2,050 for a studio rental to $4,150 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $3,000, or roughly $3 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in January 2025, median rents have been roughly unchanged over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $271 (-13.16%) year-over-year from $2,058 to $1,788. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $65 (-2.64%) year-over-year from $2,465 to $2,400. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $65 (-2.12%) year-over-year from $3,065 to $3,000. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $553 (16.76%) year-over-year from $3,298 to $3,850. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $102 (2.51%) year-over-year from $4,048 to $4,150. 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 4.88% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 2.87% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 2.27% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 18.46% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone down by 11.39% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Jan 2025 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$2.23	$1,788	$2,058 (-13.16%)	$2,419 (-26.11%)
1 BR	$3.55	$2,400	$2,465 (-2.64%)	$2,067 (16.13%)
2 BR	$3.24	$3,000	$3,065 (-2.12%)	$2,433 (23.29%)
3 BR	$2.85	$3,850	$3,298 (16.76%)	$3,150 (22.22%)
4+ BR	$2.29	$4,150	$4,048 (2.51%)	$3,233 (28.35%)

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 $3,018 per month. A total of 7 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Lynn, MA, with an average rent of $2,100, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near 02128, Boston, MA is Brookline, MA. Monthly rents here are on average $4,000 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 8.54% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 5.10% more expensive. Two bedrooms in 02128, Boston, MA are about 9.68% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 6.76% 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	$1,875	$2,500	$2,100
Revere, MA	$1,700	$2,300	$2,800	$2,499
Chelsea, MA	$1,750	$2,200	$2,500	$2,600
Quincy, MA	$1,600	$2,205	$2,635	$2,600
Medford, MA	N/A	$2,200	$2,700	$3,050
Watertown Town, MA	$2,673	$2,520	$3,050	$3,050
Somerville, MA	$2,100	$2,800	$3,000	$3,448
Cambridge, MA	$2,800	$3,000	$3,600	$3,450
Boston, MA	$2,500	$3,025	$3,400	$3,500
Brookline, MA	$2,700	$2,875	$4,000	$4,000

Top Neighborhoods Near 02128

There are a total of 13 neighborhoods in or near 02128. Some of these neighborhoods include Commonwealth, East Cambridge, and Uphams Corner - Jones Hill. We've included all of these top 13 neighborhoods in or near 02128, Boston, MA in the following chart.

The average rent for these 13 neighborhoods in or near 02128, Boston, MA is currently around $3,775 per month. A total of one neighborhood has a lower average rent. Meaning, only twelve neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $3,775. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than 02128's average rent, which is only $3,000. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 02128, 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 02128. View the following chart for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Commonwealth, Boston, MA	$300	$2,375	$3,000	$3,000
East Cambridge, Cambridge, MA	$3,180	$3,500	$3,800	$3,500
Uphams Corner - Jones Hill, Boston, MA	N/A	$2,100	$2,500	$3,500
Back Bay, Boston, MA	$2,695	$3,395	$5,650	$3,688
Fenway - Kenmore - Audubon Circle - Longwood, Boston, MA	$2,500	$3,100	$3,650	$3,700
Columbia Point, Boston, MA	N/A	$2,350	$2,800	$3,750
Washington Park, Boston, MA	N/A	$2,250	$3,025	$3,775
West End, Boston, MA	$2,810	$3,395	$4,538	$3,785
D Street - West Broadway, Boston, MA	$3,195	$3,000	$4,100	$3,980
Coolidge Corner, Brookline, MA	$2,500	$2,900	$4,000	$4,000
South End, Boston, MA	$2,345	$3,300	$4,355	$4,030
Downtown Boston, Boston, MA	$3,000	$3,950	$5,098	$4,100
Mission Hill, Boston, MA	N/A	$2,600	$3,700	$6,000

Top Counties Near 02128

There are a total of 13 counties located by 02128, Boston, MA. Some of these counties include Lynn, MA, Revere, MA, and Chelsea, MA. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $3,018. That's roughly around $3 per sqft. A total of 7 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Lynn, MA. It's average rent per month is $2,100. Vice versa, with an average rent of $4,000, Brookline, MA is the most expensive county by 02128, Boston, MA.

Typically, rent for studios in 02128, Boston, MA is 8.54% more expensive than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in 02128, Boston, MA is 5.10% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in 02128, Boston, MA is 9.68% 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	$1,875	$2,500	$2,100
Revere, MA	$1,700	$2,300	$2,800	$2,499
Chelsea, MA	$1,750	$2,200	$2,500	$2,600
Quincy, MA	$1,600	$2,205	$2,635	$2,600
Medford, MA	N/A	$2,200	$2,700	$3,050
Watertown Town, MA	$2,673	$2,520	$3,050	$3,050
Somerville, MA	$2,100	$2,800	$3,000	$3,448
Cambridge, MA	$2,800	$3,000	$3,600	$3,450
Boston, MA	$2,500	$3,025	$3,400	$3,500
Brookline, MA	$2,700	$2,875	$4,000	$4,000

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 $3,915.

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	$2,925	$3,375	$5,350	$4,200
02118, Boston, MA	$1,323	$3,300	$4,468	$3,915
02472, Watertown Town, MA	$2,673	$2,520	$3,050	$3,050

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 $3,000. 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 $2,050 and an average price per square feet of $2.23. There are a total of 2 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 $2,450 and an average price per square feet of $3.55. There are a total of 23 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 $3,100 and an average price per square feet of $3.24. There are a total of 59 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 -0.13%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.03%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.02%, and three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.17% year-over-year.

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

A reasonable rent price in 02128, Boston, MA is around $2,400/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.