Apartments For Rent in Arlington, MA
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- SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYTotal price$3,700 - $3,950/mo2 Beds2 BathsThe Legacy at Arlington Center | 438 Massachusetts Ave #443,
Arlington, MA 02474 - SPECIAL OFFER$2,000 - $2,275/moFees may applyStudio-1 Bed1 BathBrattle Drive Apartments | 1 Brattle Dr #12,
Arlington, MA 02474 - $2,991 - $4,170/moFees may apply1-2 Beds1-2 BathsBrigham Square Apartments | 30 Mill St #132,
Arlington, MA 02476 - SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYTotal price$3,194 - $5,649/mo1-3 Beds1-3 BathsArlington 360 | 4105 Symmes Cir #1302,
Arlington, MA 02474 - SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYTotal price$2,825 - $4,850/moStudio-3 Beds1-2 BathsThe Artemis at Arlington Heights | 1163 Massachusetts Ave #311,
Arlington, MA 02476 - SPECIAL OFFER$2,400 - $3,200/moFees may apply1-2 Beds1 Bath385 Mass Ave Apartments | 385 Massachusetts Ave #32,
Arlington, MA 02474 - SPECIAL OFFER$2,150/moFees may apply1 Bed1 Bath333 Mass Ave - Allen Street Apartments | 333 Massachusetts Ave #9,
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What Locals Say about Arlington
Review Highlights
Arlington, MA: lively, walkable suburb with trails, parks, and quick Boston access. People love safe streets, top schools, parks, bike paths, events, and easy Boston reach. They gripe about rush-hour traffic, spotty buses, limited rail, high costs, and some crowding.
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Average Rent Trends in Arlington, MA
Rent in Arlington, MA varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent increased in May 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Sep 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
|---|---|
| Jun 2025 | $2,600 |
| Jul 2025 | $2,600 |
| Aug 2025 | $2,700 |
| Sep 2025 | $2,775 |
| Oct 2025 | $2,700 |
| Nov 2025 | $2,640 |
| Dec 2025 | $2,600 |
| Jan 2026 | $2,500 |
| Feb 2026 | $2,472 |
| Mar 2026 | $2,500 |
| Apr 2026 | $2,540 |
| May 2026 | $2,622 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In May 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
| 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds | All | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All home types | $2,200 | $2,800 | $3,800 | $4,200 | $2,705 |
| Townhomes | $1,900 | $3,300 | $4,850 | $4,200 | $3,995 |
| Apartments and Condos | $2,200 | $2,800 | $3,800 | $4,200 | $2,575 |
| Houses | $2,000 | — | $4,300 | $5,500 | $4,300 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Arlington, MA
- What is the average rent in Arlington, MA?The average rent in Arlington, MA is $2,705. Rent prices range from $130 to as much as $13,950, depending on the type of rental.
- How does the rent in Arlington, MA compare to the national average?Average rent in Arlington, MA is about 40% higher than the national average rent of $1,930. That means it is more expensive to rent in Arlington compared to the U.S. average.
- What is the average rent in Arlington, MA, by number of bedrooms?The average rent in Arlington, MA is $1,975 for a studio, $2,200 for a 1 bedroom, $2,800 for a 2 bedroom, $3,800 for a 3 bedroom, and $4,200 for a 4 bedroom.
- How have rent prices in Arlington, MA changed compared to last year?In the past year, the average rent price in Arlington, MA has increased by $105. That means the average rent is 4% higher than last year.
- How many available rental listings are in Arlington, MA?There are 163 available rental listings in Arlington, MA.
- What are some zip codes in Arlington, MA?
- What are some cities near Arlington, MA?Some nearby cities include: Belmont, Winchester, Medford, Watertown, Somerville. These cities may have more rental options to explore.