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Property type
Last updated on October 28, 2026
Average rent in
Burlington, VT
Average rent in
Last updated on October 28, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Burlington, VT rent slipped 3.4% year over year, with a current median of $2,415/month. Renters today are paying $85 less per month on average than last year, continuing a downward trend from the peak of $2,950/month in September 2025.
Compared to national trends
Burlington runs 27.1% more expensive than the $1,900/month national median, placing it above average in cost among smaller metros with 312 total rentals available.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studio rents in Burlington sit around $1,548/month, 1-bedrooms at $1,745/month, and 2-bedrooms at $2,100/month, with 3-bedrooms at $3,000/month and 4+ bedrooms reaching $4,300/month. These figures show the range renters face by bedroom count across the city.
Neighborhood spotlight
St George saw rents fall 30.1% year over year to $2,098/month across 14 rentals, a larger decline than the citywide -3.4% drop. This local cooldown contrasts with stable rents in other neighborhoods like Malletts Bay.
Median rent
Median rent in Burlington
$2,415/mo
3%vs previous year
The average rent in Burlington is $2,415 per month as of October 2026. This is 27% above the national average rent, or $515 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Burlington
312
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Burlington rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Burlington, VT
Average rent prices in Burlington have decreased by 8% over the last month and have decreased by 3% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Burlington, VT
Rent prices in Burlington vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Burlington is $2,400, whereas a house costs $3,150. 1-bedroom apartments in Burlington run $1,745 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $2,095.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,547 | No Change | 3% | |
1 bedroom | $1,745 | No Change | 5% | |
2 bedroom | $2,100 | 4% | 5% | |
3 bedroom | $3,000 | No Change | No Change | |
4 bedroom | $4,300 | 4% |  2% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Centennial | $2,600 | |
Colchester Village | $2,000 | |
Malletts Bay | $2,100 | |
New North End | $2,400 | |
Old North End | $2,600 | |
South End | $2,400 | |
St George | $2,097 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $2,400 | 2% | No Change | |
Condos | $2,825 | 13% | 9% | |
Houses | $3,150 | 11% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$1,547
Last year
3%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,745
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
5%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$2,100
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
5%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$3,000
4 bedroom
Average rent
$4,300
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
2%
Old North End
Average rent
$2,600
South End
Average rent
$2,400
Centennial
Average rent
$2,600
Colchester Village
Average rent
$2,000
New North End
Average rent
$2,400
Malletts Bay
Average rent
$2,100
St George
Average rent
$2,097
Apartments
Average rent
$2,400
Last 30 days
2%
Condos
Average rent
$2,825
Last 30 days
13%
Last year
9%
Houses
Average rent
$3,150
Last 30 days
11%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Burlington, VT, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Burlington, VT compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Burlington and Barre by all bedroom counts and property types.
Burlington
27%higher than the national median
21%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Burlington, VT is 61% higher than the median rent in Barre, VT.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,500
9%$1,980
$1,900
30%$1,950
44%$2,197
17%$2,200
2%$1,450
3%$1,850
20%$2,150
16%$2,120
12%$1,660
$2,150
20%Cost of living in Burlington, VT
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 8% higher |
| Groceries | 3% higher |
| Health | 10% higher |
| Housing | 29% higher |
| Transportation | 4% higher |
| Utilities | 13% higher |
Discover rentals in Burlington, VT
2d ago
50 Howard St, Burlington, VT 05401
1–2 beds
1 bath
$900–$1,750
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
South End condo for rent in Burlington
195 Ledgewood Cir, Burlington, VT 05401
2 beds
1.5 baths
$1,530
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Condo for rent
13m ago
233 N Willard St, Burlington, VT 05401
2 beds
1 bath
$1,550
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
4d ago
228 Shelburne Rd, Burlington, VT 05401
2 beds
1 bath
$1,600
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Malletts Bay house for rent in Burlington
230 Pine Meadow Dr, Burlington, VT 05446
4 beds
3.5 baths
$6,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Nov 1
1d ago
125 Cambrian Way, Burlington, VT 05401
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,600–$5,950
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
140 Bank St, Burlington, VT 05401
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,700–$5,800
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
360 S Winooski Ave, Burlington, VT 05401
Studio–4 beds
1 bath
$1,450–$3,975
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
19h ago
46 N Prospect St, Burlington, VT 05401
1 bed
1 bath
$1,795
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
86 N Winooski Ave, Burlington, VT 05401
4 beds
4 baths
$4,950
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
100 N Winooski Ave, Burlington, VT 05401
1–4 beds
1 bath
$1,700–$4,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
188 Cliff St, Burlington, VT 05401
1 bed
1 bath
$1,650
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
122 North St, Burlington, VT 05401
3 beds
1 bath
$2,600
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
100 N Winooski Ave, Burlington, VT 05401
1–4 beds
1 bath
$1,700–$4,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
72 Murray St, Burlington, VT 05401
Studio
1 bath
$1,400
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
100 North St, Burlington, VT 05401
1 bed
1 bath
$1,700
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Old North End apartment for rent in Burlington
1 bed
1 bath
$1,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Old North End apartment for rent in Burlington
47 Willow St, Burlington, VT 05401
2 beds
1 bath
$1,650
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
13m ago
382 North St, Burlington, VT 05401
2 beds
1 bath
$1,700
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
27m ago
South End apartment for rent in Burlington
3 beds
1 bath
$2,790
Price dropped $210Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Jun 1
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Frequently asked questions for Burlington, VT
Quick answers to common questions about the Burlington rental market.
How much is rent in Burlington?
The average rent in Burlington is $2,415 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Burlington?
Average rent prices in Burlington have decreased by 8% over the last month and have decreased by 3% since last year.
How does Burlington rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Burlington is 27% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $515 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Burlington?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Burlington are Colchester Village ($2,000/mo), St George ($2,097/mo), and Malletts Bay ($2,100/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Burlington?
To comfortably afford rent in Burlington, you'd need to earn approximately $97,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Burlington?
January offers the lowest rents in Burlington, with prices roughly 49% lower than September's peak season. December also provides good opportunities with reduced competition, while May and April see the highest demand.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).