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Rental Market Trends in Braintree, MA
Updated August 2026
The average rent in Braintree, MA is $2,518/month.
Rent in Braintree is 51% higher than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$2,518/month
Average Rent
923 Sq Ft
Average Size
+1.4%
Change / Year
465
Available Apartments
Braintree rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Braintree average $1,975 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Braintree average $2,518 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Braintree average $3,026 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Braintree average $3,584 or more per month.
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How much has average rent changed in Braintree, MA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 1.4%, which averages out to $37 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
August 2026
2025
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Rent Ranges in Braintree, MA
August 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
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0%
Below $700/month
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$700 - $1,000/month
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$1,501 - $2,000/month
80%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Braintree?
Based on current rent prices, South Braintree, East Braintree and North Braintree are the most affordable neighborhoods in Braintree.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Braintree?
Based on current rent prices, North Braintree, East Braintree and South Braintree are the most expensive neighborhoods in Braintree.
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Which Braintree neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Braintree with the most apartments available are North Braintree, East Braintree and South Braintree .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Braintree, MA?
Because the average rent in Braintree is $2,518, you’ll want to make about $8,393 per month or $100,716 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 Braintree, MA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Braintree, 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 Braintree Area GuideStudio
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One Bedroom
$2,747/month
$2,482/month
Two Bedroom
$3,498/month
$3,013/month
Three Bedroom
$3,776/month
$3,982/month
Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Weymouth
Avg Rent: $2,234/month
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Randolph
Avg Rent: $2,192/month
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Quincy
Avg Rent: $2,554/month
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South Weymouth
Avg Rent: $2,459/month
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Holbrook
Avg Rent: $1,904/month
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North Weymouth
Avg Rent: $1,905/month
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Milton
Avg Rent: $3,007/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Braintree?
The average rent in Braintree is $2,518 per month, which is 51.3% higher than the national average of $1,664.
What is the average rent for a house in Braintree?
The average rent for a house in Braintree, MA is $3,425 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Braintree?
The average rent for a townhome in Braintree, MA is $3,130 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Braintree?
The average rent for a condo in Braintree, MA is $2,517 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Braintree?
Rents in Braintree, MA are increasing, with prices up 1.4% year-over-year and $37 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Braintree?
In Braintree, MA, 80% 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 June 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.