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Rental Market Trends in Lawrence, MA

What is the average rent in Lawrence, MA?

$1,903/month

Average Rent

791 Sq Ft

Average Apartment Size

+0.1%

Increase in the Last Year

As of January 2026, the average rent in Lawrence, MA is $1,903 per month. This is 17% higher than the national average rent price of $1,624/month, making Lawrence one of the most expensive cities in the US. When you rent an apartment in Lawrence, you can expect to pay about $1,917 per month for a studio, $1,903 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $2,260 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $2,580 or more.

Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,917/month
707 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,903/month
791 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,260/month
1,067 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,580/month
1,150 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,474/month
906 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft

How much has average rent changed in Lawrence, MA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 0.1%, which averages out to $2 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 January 2026
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Market Trends Over Time
Rent Ranges in Lawrence, MA
Last Updated January 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Lawrence, MA
Percentage*
Rent Range
3% Below $700/month
3% $700 - $1,000/month
20% $1,001 - $1,500/month
40% $1,501 - $2,000/month
34% Above $2,000/month

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What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Lawrence?

Based on current rent prices, Downtown Lawrence, North Common and South Lawrence are the most affordable neighborhoods in Lawrence.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Lawrence
$2,194/month
639 Sq Ft
North Common
$2,198/month
719 Sq Ft
South Lawrence
$2,331/month
872 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Lawrence?

Based on current rent prices, South Lawrence, North Common and Downtown Lawrence are the most expensive neighborhoods in Lawrence.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
South Lawrence
$2,331/month
872 Sq Ft
North Common
$2,198/month
719 Sq Ft
Downtown Lawrence
$2,194/month
639 Sq Ft

Which Lawrence neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Lawrence with the most apartments available are North Common, South Lawrence and Downtown Lawrence .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
North Common
$2,198/month
719 Sq Ft
South Lawrence
$2,331/month
872 Sq Ft
Downtown Lawrence
$2,194/month
639 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

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

Because the average rent in Lawrence is $1,903, you’ll want to make about $6,343 per month or $76,116 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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Apartment Averages

Downtown Lawrence

Lawrence, MA

South Lawrence

Lawrence, MA

Studio
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$1,843/month
One Bedroom
$1,455/month
$2,060/month
Two Bedroom
$1,895/month
$2,398/month
Three Bedroom
$2,005/month
$2,347/month
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Apartment communities in Lawrence we think you'll love

Pacific Mill Lofts

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300 Canal St,
Lawrence, MA 01840

$1,795 - $3,795 Plus Fees

Studio - 3 Beds

Riverwalk Lofts

Riverwalk Lofts

250 Merrimack St,
Lawrence, MA 01843

$2,080 - $3,150 Plus Fees

1-2 Beds | 12 Month Lease

Washington Mill

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240-270 Canal St,
Lawrence, MA 01840

$2,135 - $3,998 Total Monthly Price

Studio - 2 Beds

Riverwalk Apartments

Riverwalk Apartments

1 S Union St,
Lawrence, MA 01843

$2,025 - $2,750 Plus Fees

Studio - 3 Beds | 12 Month Lease

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1 Community in Lawrence
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1 Community in Lawrence
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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 November 2025.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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