Marlborough

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Marlborough, MA

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New England small town packs a lot of charm

Family Friendly Fun-Filled Scenic Sports Great Schools

Marlborough, located in MetroWest Massachusetts, offers renters a blend of history and contemporary living. Positioned at the intersection of I-495, I-290, and the Massachusetts Turnpike, the city provides convenient access to both Boston and Worcester. Outdoor enthusiasts appreciate Lake Williams and Fort Meadow Reservoir, while the housing market includes apartments in the Southwest Quadrant and residences near downtown. One-bedroom apartments rent for $2,430 per month, with two-bedroom units at $2,810.

Downtown Marlborough along Main Street features local shops and restaurants, while the Southwest Quadrant serves as a commercial center. The New England Sports Center, housing multiple ice rinks, stands as a regional attraction. The city's educational landscape includes several elementary schools and the Advanced Math & Science Academy Charter School, with higher education options available throughout the greater Boston region.

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Marlborough, MA is $1,471 for a studio, $2,353 for one bedroom, $2,662 for two bedrooms, and $3,518 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Marlborough has decreased by -2.0% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,353/month
786 Sq Ft
House
$3,843/month
2,118 Sq Ft
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Transportation

50

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

32

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Francis J. Kane Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

493 Students

Charles Jaworek School

Public

Grades K-5

656 Students

Richer Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

533 Students

1 Lt Charles W. Whitcomb School

Public

Grades 6-8

1,044 Students

Assabet Valley Vocational High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,128 Students

Marlborough High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,064 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Felton Conservation Area
  • Cedar Hill and Sawink Farm Reservation
  • Wilfred J. Turenne Wildlife Habitat
  • Memorial Forest
  • Walkup And Robinson Memorial Reservation

Military Bases

Airports

  • Worcester Regional
  • General Edward Lawrence Logan International

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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 November 2025.