Apartments for Rent in New Bedford MA
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New Bedford Market Snapshot
Average 1-Bedroom Rent is $1,470/mo
Up 5% From Last Year
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Explore Rent Prices Near New Bedford, MA
New Bedford, MA’s average rent price is $1,727 per month. Compare rent prices and available listings in nearby cities to find better value or more options that fit your budget.
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| Fall River | $1,792 |
Average Monthly Rent is calculated using the average rent of active one-bedroom apartment listings.
New Bedford, MA Apartments for Rent
New Bedford combines maritime heritage with coastal living. This historic whaling port maintains its connection to the sea as America's leading fishing port by value, bringing in fresh seafood daily. The downtown showcases preserved 19th-century architecture, while the working waterfront continues its centuries-old traditions. Housing includes converted mill buildings and homes in the County Street Historic District, with rental rates averaging $1,391 for a one-bedroom apartment, showing a 4.9% increase over the past year. Notable areas include downtown, the North Bedford district, and the South End near Fort Taber Park.
The city's cultural scene centers around the New Bedford Whaling Museum and Buttonwood Park, which spans 97 acres of gardens, paths, and recreational spaces. The Feast of the Blessed Sacrament, North America's largest Portuguese festival, celebrates the city's Portuguese heritage each summer. UMass Dartmouth's College of Visual and Performing Arts contributes to downtown's arts community. New Bedford earned its nickname "The City That Lit the World" through its whaling industry's whale oil production, and now leads in offshore wind energy development. The waterfront continues to balance new development with its heritage as an active commercial fishing port.
New Bedford, MA Rental Insights
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The average rent in New Bedford, MA is $1,470 per month. By comparison, renters across the U.S. pay an average of $1,632, which means housing in New Bedford, MA is slightly less expensive than much of the country.
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You can find flexible rentals in New Bedford, MA by exploring short-term rentals for temporary stays or browsing furnished apartments for move-in ready options that save time and hassle.
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Tour apartments from your couch with Matterport 3D Tours. We have 112 New Bedford apartments with virtual tours available. Walk through the apartment, view room layouts and get a feel for the space before an in-person tour.
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New Bedford, MA has limited transit options. A car is recommended for most errands and commutes.
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Students renting in New Bedford, MA have access to UMass Dartmouth, Bristol Community College, Roger Williams University, and C.C. of Rhode Island, Newport.