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Last updated on June 15, 2026
Average rent in
Newton, MA
Average rent in
Last updated on June 15, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Newton rent stands today
Newton, MA rent rose 3.1% year over year, with a current median of $3,300/month. Renters are paying $364 more per month on average than last year, with a 2.8% increase month over month as the market remains close to its recent peak of $3,665/month in February 2026.
Vs. national rents
Newton rent runs roughly 1.7× the $1,950/month national median, placing it among the pricier metro areas. With 223 total rentals, it offers a smaller but high-end market for renters.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in Newton sit around $2,350/month, 1-bedrooms at $2,550/month, 2-bedrooms at $2,962/month, 3-bedrooms at $4,300/month, and 4+ bedrooms at $5,238/month, covering a wide range of unit sizes.
Neighborhood spotlight
Newton Center rents rose 52.6% year over year to $4,960/month across 16 rentals, contrasting with the citywide 3.1% increase. Oak Hill saw a decline of -37.4% year over year to $3,800/month, showing divergent trends within Newton neighborhoods.
Median rent
Median rent in Newton
$3,300/mo
3%vs previous year
The average rent in Newton is $3,300 per month as of June 2026. This is 69% above the national average rent, or $1,350 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Newton
223
for rent on Zumper.com as of June 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Newton rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Newton, MA
Average rent prices in Newton have increased by 3% over the last month and have increased 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
Newton, MA
Rent prices in Newton vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Newton is $3,200, whereas a house costs $5,000. 1-bedroom apartments in Newton run $2,550 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $2,975.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $2,350 |  1% | 24% | |
1 bedroom | $2,550 | 2% | 3% | |
2 bedroom | $2,962 | 1% | 2% | |
3 bedroom | $4,300 | 3% | 6% | |
4 bedroom | $5,237 | 5% | 27% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Auburndale | $2,800 | |
Chestnut Hill | $4,300 | |
Newton Corner | $2,927 | |
Newton Highlands | $3,872 | |
Newtonville | $3,599 | |
Nonantum | $3,850 | |
Oak Hill | $3,800 | |
Thompsonville | $4,610 | |
Waban | $3,300 | |
West Newton | $3,647 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $3,200 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $3,100 | 3% | No Change | |
Houses | $5,000 | 7% | No Change | |
Rooms | $1,187 | 12% | 3% |
Studio
Average rent
$2,350
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
24%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$2,550
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
3%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$2,962
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
2%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$4,300
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
6%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$5,237
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
27%
Newton Corner
Average rent
$2,927
Thompsonville
Average rent
$4,610
Newtonville
Average rent
$3,599
Nonantum
Average rent
$3,850
Auburndale
Average rent
$2,800
Chestnut Hill
Average rent
$4,300
Waban
Average rent
$3,300
Oak Hill
Average rent
$3,800
West Newton
Average rent
$3,647
Newton Highlands
Average rent
$3,872
Apartments
Average rent
$3,200
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$3,100
Last 30 days
3%
Houses
Average rent
$5,000
Last 30 days
7%
Rooms
Average rent
$1,187
Last 30 days
12%
Last year
3%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Newton, MA, 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 Newton, MA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Newton and Boston by all bedroom counts and property types.
Newton
69%higher than the national median
74%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Newton, MA is 3% lower than the median rent in Boston, MA.
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Discover rentals in Newton, MA
2d ago
Auburndale apartment for rent in Newton
2 beds
1 bath
$2,300
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Jan 1
5d+ ago
Auburndale apartment for rent in Newton
2 beds
1 bath
$2,400
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Jul 1
5d+ ago
Thompsonville condo for rent in Newton
2 beds
1 bath
$2,500
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Condo for rent
Available Feb 25
3d ago
Thompsonville apartment for rent in Newton
2 beds
1 bath
$2,600
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 1
5d+ ago
Newtonville house for rent in Newton
5 beds
8 baths
$22,500
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.House for rent
2d ago
Newton Highlands apartment for rent in Newton
4 beds
3.5 baths
$13,000
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Jun 15
5d+ ago
Oak Hill apartment for rent in Newton
5 beds
4.5 baths
$14,000
$12,000
Price drop
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Jul 1
2d ago
200 Estate Dr, Newton, MA 02467
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$4,155–$10,805
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
20 Watertown St, Newton, MA 02472
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,869–$4,599
Price drop
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
22m ago
Verified
160 Boylston St, Newton, MA 02467
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,635–$7,160
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
13m ago
Verified
245 Walnut St #1266, Newton, MA 02460
1 bed
1 bath
$3,890
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
19m ago
Verified
28 Austin St #975, Newton, MA 02460
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,930–$5,910
Price drop
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
20 Watertown St, Newton, MA 02472
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,869–$4,599
Price drop
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
22m ago
Verified
160 Boylston St, Newton, MA 02467
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,635–$7,160
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
13m ago
Verified
245 Walnut St #1266, Newton, MA 02460
1 bed
1 bath
$3,890
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
19m ago
Verified
28 Austin St #975, Newton, MA 02460
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,930–$5,910
Price drop
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
20 Watertown St, Newton, MA 02472
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,869–$4,299
Price drop
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
248 Pearl St #248, Newton, MA 02458
3 beds
2 baths
$3,500
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Jul 1
5d+ ago
Verified
108 Manet Rd #108, Newton, MA 02467
3 beds
1 bath
$3,000
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Aug 1
22m ago
Verified
160 Boylston St, Newton, MA 02467
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,635–$7,160
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Newton, MA
Quick answers to common questions about the Newton rental market.
How much is rent in Newton?
The average rent in Newton is $3,300 per month as of June 13, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Newton?
Average rent prices in Newton have increased by 3% over the last month and have increased by 3% since last year.
How does Newton rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Newton is 69% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $1,350 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Newton?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Newton are Auburndale ($2,800/mo), Newton Corner ($2,927/mo), and Waban ($3,300/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Newton?
To comfortably afford rent in Newton, you'd need to earn approximately $132,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Newton?
Newton's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $2,500 per month, while two-bedroom units rent for around $3,100 monthly. One-bedroom rents remained relatively stable compared to the previous year, whereas two-bedroom apartments increased 4.6% annually.
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).