Rivage at Acton
6 Powdermill Rd,
Acton, MA 01720
Studio - 3 Beds | $2,350 - $4,325
Rental Market Trends in Acton, MA
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Acton, MA is $2,270/month.
Rent in Acton is 36% higher than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$2,270/month
Average Rent
700 Sq Ft
Average Size
-1.4%
Change / Year
179
Available Apartments
Acton rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Acton average $1,750 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Acton average $2,270 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Acton average $2,896 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Acton average $3,948 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Acton, MA?
In the past year, rent has decreased by 1.4%, which averages out to $32 less per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Acton, MA
September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
0%
$700 - $1,000/month
0%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
36%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
64%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Acton?
Based on current rent prices, Acton is the most affordable neighborhood in Acton.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Acton?
Based on current rent prices, Acton is the most expensive neighborhood in Acton.
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Which Acton neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhood in Acton with the most apartments available is Acton .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Acton, MA?
Because the average rent in Acton is $2,270, you’ll want to make about $7,566 per month or $90,792 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Acton, MA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Acton, MA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the Acton Area GuideStudio
$1,750/month
$1,750/month
One Bedroom
$2,268/month
$2,268/month
Two Bedroom
$2,895/month
$2,895/month
Three Bedroom
$3,946/month
$3,946/month
Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Boxborough
Avg Rent: $2,371/month
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Maynard
Avg Rent: $2,394/month
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Littleton
Avg Rent: $2,569/month
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Concord
Avg Rent: $2,836/month
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Stow
Avg Rent: $1,804/month
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Sudbury
Avg Rent: $3,130/month
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Westford
Avg Rent: $2,658/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Acton?
The average rent in Acton is $2,270 per month, which is 36.4% higher than the national average of $1,664.
What is the average rent for a house in Acton?
The average rent for a house in Acton, MA is $4,320 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Acton?
The average rent for a townhome in Acton, MA is $2,889 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Acton?
Rents in Acton, MA are decreasing, with prices down 1.4% year-over-year and $32 less per month.
What rent range is most common in Acton?
In Acton, MA, 64% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
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 September 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.