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Average Rent Trends in Chelmsford, MA

Rent in Chelmsford, 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 Oct 2025.
MonthAverage rent
Jun 2025$2,675
Jul 2025$2,493
Aug 2025$2,500
Sep 2025$2,800
Oct 2025$2,900
Nov 2025$2,845
Dec 2025$2,800
Jan 2026$2,800
Feb 2026$2,500
Mar 2026$2,500
Apr 2026$2,565
May 2026$2,800
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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 bed2 beds3 beds4 bedsAll
All home types$2,057$2,499$3,200$3,300$2,700
Townhomes$1,750$2,800$3,200—$2,900
Apartments and Condos$1,800$2,350$3,200$3,450$2,350
Houses—$1,400$3,600$3,300$3,300
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Chelmsford, MA

  • What is the average rent of an apartment in Chelmsford, MA?
    The average rent of an apartment in Chelmsford, MA is $2,215 per month. This is about 15% higher than the national average.
  • What is the average rent of a house in Chelmsford, MA?
    The average rent of a house in Chelmsford, MA is $3,300 per month. This is about 71% higher than the national average.
  • What is the average rent of a townhome in Chelmsford, MA?
    The average rent of a townhome in Chelmsford, MA is $2,900 per month. This is about 50% higher than the national average.
  • When is the average rent cheapest in Chelmsford, MA?
    In the last year, the average rent in Chelmsford, MA was lowest in Jan 2025 when it was $2,425 per month.
  • When is the average rent most expensive in Chelmsford, MA?
    In the last year, the average rent in Chelmsford, MA was highest in Oct 2025 when it was $2,900 per month.
  • How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Chelmsford, MA?
    The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Chelmsford, MA is $2,057 per month. That is about $227 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
  • How many available rental listings are in Chelmsford, MA?
    There are 40 available rental listings in Chelmsford, MA.
  • What are some neighborhoods in Chelmsford, MA?
    Some neighborhoods in Chelmsford, MA include: North Chelmsford, Pine Hills, Westlands Area, Hitchingpost, Center Village.
  • What are some zip codes in Chelmsford, MA?
    Chelmsford, MA includes zip codes such as: 01824, 01863, 01822.
  • What are some cities near Chelmsford, MA?
    Some nearby cities include: Lowell, Westford, Carlisle, Billerica, Tyngsboro. These cities may have more rental options to explore.