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Rental Market Trends in Lawrence, MA

What is the average rent in Lawrence, MA?

$1,977/month

Average Rent

797 Sq Ft

Average Apartment Size

+1.8%

Increase in the Last Year

As of April 2026, the average rent in Lawrence, MA is $1,977 per month. This is 20% higher than the national average rent price of $1,641/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 $1,944 per month for a studio, $1,977 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $2,319 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $2,528 or more.

Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,944/month
719 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,977/month
797 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,319/month
1,067 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,528/month
1,150 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,398/month
940 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 1.8%, which averages out to $36 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 April 2026
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Market Trends Over Time
Rent Ranges in Lawrence, MA
Last Updated April 2026
Above $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
19% $1,001 - $1,500/month
33% $1,501 - $2,000/month
42% 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
$2,147/month
624 Sq Ft
North Common
$2,166/month
812 Sq Ft
South Lawrence
$2,234/month
869 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
$2,234/month
869 Sq Ft
North Common
$2,166/month
812 Sq Ft
Downtown Lawrence
$2,147/month
624 Sq Ft

Which Lawrence neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

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

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
South Lawrence
$2,234/month
869 Sq Ft
North Common
$2,166/month
812 Sq Ft
Downtown Lawrence
$2,147/month
624 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 $1,977, you’ll want to make about $6,590 per month or $79,080 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
-
$1,853/month
One Bedroom
$1,473/month
$2,067/month
Two Bedroom
$1,901/month
$2,421/month
Three Bedroom
$2,012/month
$2,340/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

$2,175 - $3,175 Plus Fees

1-2 Beds | 12 Month Lease

Washington Mill

Washington Mill

240-270 Canal St,
Lawrence, MA 01840

$2,116 - $3,634 Total Monthly Price

Studio - 2 Beds

Riverwalk Apartments

Riverwalk Apartments

1 S Union St,
Lawrence, MA 01843

$2,010 - $4,500 Plus Fees

Studio - 3 Beds | 12 Month Lease

Property Management Companies in Lawrence, MA

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1 Community in Lawrence
John M Corcoran & Co
John M Corcoran & Co
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1 Community in Lawrence
The Wingate Companies
The Wingate Companies
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1 Community in Lawrence
Priderock Capital Partners LLC
Priderock Capital Partners LLC
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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 February 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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