The Franklin at Hancock Village
201 Sherman Rd,
Brookline, MA 02467
1-3 Beds | $2,995 - $9,655
Rental Market Trends in Brookline, MA
Updated July 2026
The average rent in Brookline, MA is $2,879/month.
Rent in Brookline is 73% higher than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$2,879/month
Average Rent
665 Sq Ft
Average Size
+2.2%
Change / Year
4,694
Available Apartments
Brookline rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Brookline average $2,687 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Brookline average $2,879 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Brookline average $3,639 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Brookline average $5,365 or more per month.
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How much has average rent changed in Brookline, MA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 2.2%, which averages out to $65 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
July 2026
2025
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Rent Ranges in Brookline, MA
July 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
0%
$700 - $1,000/month
2%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
6%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
92%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Brookline?
Based on current rent prices, Washington Square, Coolidge Corner and Cleveland Circle are the most affordable neighborhoods in Brookline.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Brookline?
Based on current rent prices, Longwood Medical Area, Brookline Village and Cleveland Circle are the most expensive neighborhoods in Brookline.
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Which Brookline neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Brookline with the most apartments available are Longwood Medical Area, Coolidge Corner and Washington Square .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Brookline, MA?
Because the average rent in Brookline is $2,879, you’ll want to make about $9,596 per month or $115,152 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 Brookline, MA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Brookline, 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 Brookline Area GuideStudio
$2,578/month
$2,367/month
One Bedroom
$3,017/month
$2,928/month
Two Bedroom
$3,431/month
$3,605/month
Three Bedroom
$3,546/month
$4,928/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Brookline?
The average rent in Brookline is $2,879 per month, which is 73.1% higher than the national average of $1,663.
What is the average rent for a house in Brookline?
The average rent for a house in Brookline, MA is $4,905 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Brookline?
The average rent for a townhome in Brookline, MA is $3,787 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Brookline?
The average rent for a condo in Brookline, MA is $2,877 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Brookline?
Rents in Brookline, MA are increasing, with prices up 2.2% year-over-year and $65 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Brookline?
In Brookline, MA, 92% 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.