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Rental Market Trends in Dartmouth, MA

Updated August 2026

The average rent in Dartmouth, MA is $1,222/month.

Rent in Dartmouth is 27% lower than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,222/month

Average Rent

731 Sq Ft

Average Size

+3.7%

Change / Year

131

Available Apartments

Dartmouth rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Dartmouth average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Dartmouth average $1,222 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Dartmouth average $1,457 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Dartmouth average or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,222/month
731 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,457/month
999 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Dartmouth, MA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 3.7%, which averages out to $45 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

August 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Dartmouth, MA

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

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

Because the average rent in Dartmouth is $1,222, you’ll want to make about $4,073 per month or $48,876 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

Dartmouth, MA

131 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Dartmouth, 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 Communities in Dartmouth We Think You'll Love

Delano

Delano

704 Dartmouth St,
South Dartmouth, MA 02748

1-3 Beds | Call for Rent

Amelia

Amelia

676 Dartmouth St,
South Dartmouth, MA 02748

1-2 Beds | Call for Rent

Solemar at South Dartmouth

Solemar at South Dartmouth

26 Seabreeze Dr,
South Dartmouth, MA 02748

1-2 Beds | $2,195 - $2,895

The Residences at Buttonwood

The Residences at Buttonwood

50 Oesting St,
New Bedford, MA 02740

1-2 Beds | $2,395 - $2,795

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Dartmouth?

The average rent in Dartmouth is $1,222 per month, which is 26.5% lower than the national average of $1,663.

Are rents going up or down in Dartmouth?

Rents in Dartmouth, MA are increasing, with prices up 3.7% year-over-year and $45 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Dartmouth?

In Dartmouth, MA, 100% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Massachusetts Dartmouth 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 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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