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Rental Market Trends in Dedham, MA
Updated August 2026
The average rent in Dedham, MA is $2,705/month.
Rent in Dedham is 63% higher than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$2,705/month
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819 Sq Ft
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Available Apartments
Dedham rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Dedham average $998 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Dedham average $2,705 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Dedham average $3,522 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Dedham average $4,919 or more per month.
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How much has average rent changed in Dedham, MA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 2%, which averages out to $54 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
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Rent Ranges in Dedham, MA
August 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
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Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Dedham?
Based on current rent prices, Riverdale is the most affordable neighborhood in Dedham.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Dedham?
Based on current rent prices, Riverdale is the most expensive neighborhood in Dedham.
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Which Dedham neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhood in Dedham with the most apartments available is Riverdale .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Dedham, MA?
Because the average rent in Dedham is $2,705, you’ll want to make about $9,016 per month or $108,192 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 Dedham, MA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Dedham, 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.
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Westwood
Avg Rent: $2,734/month
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West Roxbury
Avg Rent: $2,409/month
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Hyde Park
Avg Rent: $2,532/month
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Roslindale
Avg Rent: $2,388/month
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Needham
Avg Rent: $2,842/month
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Norwood
Avg Rent: $2,259/month
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Mattapan
Avg Rent: $2,107/month
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Newton Highlands
Avg Rent: $2,113/month
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Milton
Avg Rent: $3,221/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Dedham?
The average rent in Dedham is $2,705 per month, which is 62.6% higher than the national average of $1,664.
What is the average rent for a house in Dedham?
The average rent for a house in Dedham, MA is $3,975 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Dedham?
The average rent for a condo in Dedham, MA is $2,615 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Dedham?
Rents in Dedham, MA are increasing, with prices up 2.0% year-over-year and $54 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Dedham?
In Dedham, MA, 67% 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.