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Rental Market Trends in Belmont, MA
Updated August 2026
The average rent in Belmont, MA is $3,142/month.
Rent in Belmont is 89% higher than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$3,142/month
Average Rent
795 Sq Ft
Average Size
+7.6%
Change / Year
560
Available Apartments
Belmont rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Belmont average $2,972 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Belmont average $3,142 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Belmont average $4,032 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Belmont average $4,760 or more per month.
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How much has average rent changed in Belmont, MA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 7.6%, which averages out to $240 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
August 2026
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Rent Ranges in Belmont, MA
August 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
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0%
Below $700/month
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25%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
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Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Belmont?
Based on current rent prices, Belmont Hill and Belmont Center" are the most affordable neighborhoods in Belmont.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Belmont?
Based on current rent prices, Belmont Center and Belmont Hill" are the most expensive neighborhoods in Belmont.
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Which Belmont neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Belmont with the most apartments available are Belmont Center and Belmont Hill" .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Belmont, MA?
Because the average rent in Belmont is $3,142, you’ll want to make about $10,473 per month or $125,676 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Belmont, MA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Belmont, MA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the Belmont Area GuideStudio
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$3,020/month
One Bedroom
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$3,007/month
Two Bedroom
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$4,177/month
Three Bedroom
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$4,760/month
Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Watertown
Avg Rent: $3,118/month
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Arlington
Avg Rent: $2,421/month
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Waltham
Avg Rent: $2,781/month
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Brighton
Avg Rent: $2,478/month
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Allston
Avg Rent: $2,913/month
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Cambridge
Avg Rent: $3,446/month
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West Newton
Avg Rent: $2,243/month
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Newtonville
Avg Rent: $2,237/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Belmont?
The average rent in Belmont is $3,142 per month, which is 88.8% higher than the national average of $1,664.
What is the average rent for a house in Belmont?
The average rent for a house in Belmont, MA is $4,300 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Belmont?
The average rent for a townhome in Belmont, MA is $3,175 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Belmont?
The average rent for a condo in Belmont, MA is $2,901 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Belmont?
Rents in Belmont, MA are increasing, with prices up 7.6% year-over-year and $240 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Belmont?
In Belmont, MA, 75% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.