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Rental Market Trends in Northampton, MA

What is the average rent in Northampton, MA?

$1,608/month

Average Rent

671 Sq Ft

Average Apartment Size

+4.3%

Increase in the Last Year

Northampton, MA Rental Market Overview

The average rent in Northampton, MA is $1,608 per month. For comparison, the national average rent price in the US is currently $1,645/month, which means Northampton rent prices are 2% lower than the national average.

  • Studio apartments in Northampton average $1,489 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Northampton average $1,608 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Northampton average $2,305 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Northampton average $2,979 or more per month.

Data Updated: June 1, 2026

Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,489/month
539 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,608/month
671 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,305/month
936 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,979/month
1,139 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft

How much has average rent changed in Northampton, MA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 4.3%, which averages out to $69 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time   The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
Last Updated June 2026
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2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time
Rent Ranges in Northampton, MA
Last Updated June 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Northampton, MA
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
50% $1,001 - $1,500/month
20% $1,501 - $2,000/month
30% Above $2,000/month

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

Because the average rent in Northampton is $1,608, you’ll want to make about $5,360 per month or $64,320 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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Northampton, MA

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How does Northampton, MA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Northampton, 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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Apartment Averages

Apartment Communities in Northampton We Think You'll Love

Hathaway Farms Townhomes at Northampton

Hathaway Farms Townhomes at Northampton

73 Barrett St,
Northampton, MA 01060

1-4 Beds | $2,698 - $3,029

Laurel Ridge

Laurel Ridge

312-380 Hatfield St,
Northampton, MA 01060

1-2 Beds | $2,030 - $2,230

Prospect Place

Prospect Place

737 Bridge Rd,
Northampton, MA 01060

1-2 Beds | $1,350 - $1,534

240 State St

240 State St

240 State St,
Northampton, MA 01060

3 Beds | $2,900

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Northampton?

The average rent in Northampton is $1,608 per month, which is 2.2% lower than the national average of $1,645.

Are rents going up or down in Northampton?

Rents in Northampton, MA are increasing, with prices up 4.3% year-over-year and $69 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Northampton?

In Northampton, MA, 50% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Massachusetts Northampton Rental Trends

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.

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