The Artemis at Arlington Heights
1163 Massachusetts Ave,
Arlington, MA 02476
$2,252 - $4,950 Total Monthly Price
Studio - 3 Beds | 12 Month Lease
Rental Market Trends in Lexington, MA
What is the average rent in Lexington, MA?
$2,704/month
Average Rent
896 Sq Ft
Average Apartment Size
-10.2%
Decrease in the Last Year
As of January 2026, the average rent in Lexington, MA is $2,704 per month. This is 67% higher than the national average rent price of $1,624/month, making Lexington one of the most expensive cities in the US. When you rent an apartment in Lexington, you can expect to pay about per month for a studio, $2,704 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $3,489 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $4,480 or more.
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How much has average rent changed in Lexington, MA?
In the past year, rent has decreased by 10.2%, which averages out to $275 less per month.
Market Trends Over Time
The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
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Rent Ranges in Lexington, MA
Last Updated January 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
0%
$700 - $1,000/month
0%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
14%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
86%
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Rent by Neighborhood
Last Updated Today
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Lexington?
Based on current rent prices, Route 2 is the most affordable neighborhood in Lexington.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Lexington?
Based on current rent prices, Route 2 is the most expensive neighborhood in Lexington.
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Which Lexington neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhood in Lexington with the most apartments available is Route 2 .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Lexington, MA?
Because the average rent in Lexington is $2,704, you’ll want to make about $9,013 per month or $108,156 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 Lexington, MA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Lexington, 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.
Studio
$2,130/month
$2,130/month
One Bedroom
$2,406/month
$2,406/month
Two Bedroom
$3,030/month
$3,030/month
Three Bedroom
$3,779/month
$3,779/month
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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.