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Rental Market Trends in Chestnut Hill, MA

What is the average rent in Chestnut Hill, MA?

$3,289/month

Average Rent

885 Sq Ft

Average Apartment Size

-0.8%

Decrease in the Last Year

As of February 2026, the average rent in Chestnut Hill, MA is $3,289 per month. This is 102% higher than the national average rent price of $1,626/month, making Chestnut Hill one of the most expensive cities in the US. When you rent an apartment in Chestnut Hill, you can expect to pay about $2,108 per month for a studio, $3,289 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $4,745 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $5,577 or more.

Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$2,108/month
410 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$3,289/month
885 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$4,745/month
1,234 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$5,577/month
1,537 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,220/month
2,789 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$4,488/month
3,519 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$9,107/month
3,947 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,464/month
2,296 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,071/month
3,203 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$4,019/month
3,550 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$4,845/month
3,441 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$3,824/month
1,100 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,533/month
1,041 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$4,316/month
2,587 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$7,087/month
3,773 Sq Ft

How much has average rent changed in Chestnut Hill, MA?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 0.8%, which averages out to $25 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time   The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
Last Updated February 2026
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Market Trends Over Time
Rent Ranges in Chestnut Hill, MA
Last Updated February 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Chestnut Hill, MA
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
0% $1,001 - $1,500/month
10% $1,501 - $2,000/month
90% Above $2,000/month

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What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Chestnut Hill?

Based on current rent prices, South Brookline is the most affordable neighborhood in Chestnut Hill.

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Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
South Brookline
$3,162/month
1,005 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Chestnut Hill?

Based on current rent prices, South Brookline is the most expensive neighborhood in Chestnut Hill.

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Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
South Brookline
$3,162/month
1,005 Sq Ft

Which Chestnut Hill neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhood in Chestnut Hill with the most apartments available is South Brookline .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
South Brookline
$3,162/month
1,005 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Chestnut Hill, MA?

Because the average rent in Chestnut Hill is $3,289, you’ll want to make about $10,963 per month or $131,556 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.

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Apartment Averages

South Brookline

Chestnut Hill, MA

South Brookline

Chestnut Hill, MA

Studio
$2,501/month
$2,501/month
One Bedroom
$3,213/month
$3,213/month
Two Bedroom
$4,712/month
$4,712/month
Three Bedroom
$5,825/month
$5,825/month
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Apartment communities in Chestnut Hill we think you'll love

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Hancock Village

1 Hancock Village Dr,
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$2,995 - $9,780 Plus Fees

1-3 Beds

The Franklin at Hancock Village

The Franklin at Hancock Village

201 Sherman Rd,
Brookline, MA 02445

$3,240 - $8,475 Plus Fees

1-3 Beds | 12 Month Lease

Hancock Estates

Hancock Estates

200 Estate Dr,
Chestnut Hill, MA 02467

$3,985 - $9,780 Plus Fees

1-2 Beds | 12 Month Lease

Reservoir Towers

Reservoir Towers

1931 Commonwealth Ave,
Brighton, MA 02135

$3,125 - $4,125 Plus Fees

1-2 Beds

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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 February 2026.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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