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Rental Market Trends in Chestnut Hill, MA

What is the average rent in Chestnut Hill, MA?

$3,346/month

Average Rent

907 Sq Ft

Average Apartment Size

+1.3%

Increase in the Last Year

Chestnut Hill, MA Rental Market Overview

The average rent in Chestnut Hill, MA is $3,346 per month. This is 104% higher than the national average rent price of $1,644/month, making Chestnut Hill one of the most expensive cities in the US.

  • Studio apartments in Chestnut Hill average $2,170 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Chestnut Hill average $3,346 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Chestnut Hill average $5,265 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Chestnut Hill average $6,055 or more per month.

Data Updated: June, 2026

Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$2,170/month
407 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$3,346/month
907 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$5,265/month
1,241 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$6,055/month
1,537 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,493/month
137 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,078/month
504 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$4,261/month
1,047 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$6,979/month
2,542 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,605/month
1,632 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,162/month
2,668 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$4,071/month
2,504 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$5,070/month
2,497 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,955/month
731 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,453/month
920 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$4,118/month
1,814 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$5,600/month
3,320 Sq Ft

How much has average rent changed in Chestnut Hill, MA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 1.3%, which averages out to $44 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time   The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
Last Updated June 2026
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Rent Ranges in Chestnut Hill, MA
Last Updated June 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Chestnut Hill, 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

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What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Chestnut Hill?

Based on current rent prices, South Brookline is the most affordable neighborhood in Chestnut Hill.

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Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
South Brookline
$3,205/month
930 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Chestnut Hill?

Based on current rent prices, South Brookline is the most expensive neighborhood in Chestnut Hill.

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Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
South Brookline
$3,205/month
930 Sq Ft

Which Chestnut Hill neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhood in Chestnut Hill with the most apartments available is South Brookline .

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Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
South Brookline
$3,205/month
930 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

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

Because the average rent in Chestnut Hill is $3,346, you’ll want to make about $11,153 per month or $133,836 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.

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Chestnut Hill, MA

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

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Apartment Averages

South Brookline

Chestnut Hill, MA

South Brookline

Chestnut Hill, MA

Studio
$2,450/month
$2,450/month
One Bedroom
$3,297/month
$3,297/month
Two Bedroom
$5,121/month
$5,121/month
Three Bedroom
$6,515/month
$6,515/month
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Apartment communities in Chestnut Hill we think you'll love

Hancock Village

Hancock Village

1 Hancock Village Dr,
Chestnut Hill, MA 02467

$2,905 - $10,805 Plus Fees

1-3 Beds | 12 Month Lease

The Franklin at Hancock Village

The Franklin at Hancock Village

201 Sherman Rd,
Brookline, MA 02467

$3,195 - $6,585 Plus Fees

1-3 Beds | 12 Month Lease

20 Thornton Rd

20 Thornton Rd

20 Thornton Rd,
Chestnut Hill, MA 02467

$2,995 - $5,395 Total Monthly Price

1-3 Beds | 12 Month Lease

Hancock Estates

Hancock Estates

200 Estate Dr,
Chestnut Hill, MA 02467

$4,155 - $10,805 Plus Fees

1-2 Beds | 12 Month Lease

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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 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.

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