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Rental Market Trends in Boxborough, MA

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Boxborough, MA is $2,356/month.

Rent in Boxborough is 42% higher than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.

$2,356/month

Average Rent

798 Sq Ft

Average Size

+6.9%

Change / Year

17

Available Apartments

Boxborough rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Boxborough average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Boxborough average $2,356 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Boxborough average $2,744 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Boxborough average $4,388 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,356/month
798 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,744/month
1,177 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$4,388/month
1,468 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,125/month
1,032 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Boxborough, MA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 6.9%, which averages out to $162 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Boxborough, MA

September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Boxborough, MA
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
0% $1,001 - $1,500/month
0% $1,501 - $2,000/month
100% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Boxborough, MA?

Because the average rent in Boxborough is $2,356, you’ll want to make about $7,853 per month or $94,236 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.

City

Boxborough, MA

17 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Boxborough, MA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Boxborough, 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.

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Apartment Averages

Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • Littleton

    Littleton

    Avg Rent: $2,569/month

  • Acton

    Acton

    Avg Rent: $2,292/month

  • Stow

    Stow

    Avg Rent: $1,804/month

  • Ayer

    Ayer

    Avg Rent: $1,667/month

  • Maynard

    Maynard

    Avg Rent: $2,394/month

  • Bolton

    Bolton

    Avg Rent: $2,610/month

Apartment Communities in Boxborough We Think You'll Love

Paddock Estates

Paddock Estates

1 Paddock Ln,
Boxborough, MA 01719

1-3 Beds | $2,428 - $4,274

176 Swanson Rd

176 Swanson Rd

176 Swanson Rd,
Boxborough, MA 01719

2 Beds | $1,950

56 Spruce St

56 Spruce St

56 Spruce St,
Acton, MA 01720

2 Beds | $2,400

42 Swanson Ct

42 Swanson Ct

42 Swanson Ct,
Boxborough, MA 01719

1 Bed | $1,700

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Boxborough?

The average rent in Boxborough is $2,356 per month, which is 41.6% higher than the national average of $1,664.

Are rents going up or down in Boxborough?

Rents in Boxborough, MA are increasing, with prices up 6.9% year-over-year and $162 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Boxborough?

In Boxborough, MA, 100% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Massachusetts Boxborough Rental Trends

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.

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