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Rental Market Trends in Grafton, MA
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Grafton, MA is $1,386/month.
Rent in Grafton is 17% lower than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.
$1,386/month
Average Rent
220 Sq Ft
Average Size
+1.3%
Change / Year
183
Available Apartments
Grafton rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Grafton average per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Grafton average $1,386 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Grafton average $1,995 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Grafton average or more per month.
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How much has average rent changed in Grafton, MA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 1.3%, which averages out to $19 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
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Rent Ranges in Grafton, MA
September 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
20%
$700 - $1,000/month
0%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
60%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
20%
Above $2,000/month
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Grafton, MA?
Because the average rent in Grafton is $1,386, you’ll want to make about $4,620 per month or $55,440 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 Grafton, MA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Grafton, 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 Grafton Area GuideCompare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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North Grafton
Avg Rent: $1,149/month
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South Grafton
Avg Rent: $1,088/month
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Upton
Avg Rent: $1,804/month
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Millbury
Avg Rent: $2,329/month
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Westborough
Avg Rent: $2,177/month
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Northbridge
Avg Rent: $1,231/month
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Shrewsbury
Avg Rent: $2,206/month
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Whitinsville
Avg Rent: $1,713/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Grafton?
The average rent in Grafton is $1,386 per month, which is 16.8% lower than the national average of $1,665.
Are rents going up or down in Grafton?
Rents in Grafton, MA are increasing, with prices up 1.3% year-over-year and $19 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Grafton?
In Grafton, MA, 60% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $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 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.