Alexan Chelmsford
255 Princeton St,
North Chelmsford, MA 01863
Studio - 3 Beds | $2,470 - $5,547
Rental Market Trends in North Chelmsford, MA
Updated July 2026
The average rent in North Chelmsford, MA is $2,632/month.
Rent in North Chelmsford is 58% higher than the national average rent of $1,662/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$2,632/month
Average Rent
759 Sq Ft
Average Size
-2.7%
Change / Year
244
Available Apartments
North Chelmsford rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in North Chelmsford average $4,737 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in North Chelmsford average $2,632 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in North Chelmsford average $3,213 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in North Chelmsford average $4,669 or more per month.
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How much has average rent changed in North Chelmsford, MA?
In the past year, rent has decreased by 2.7%, which averages out to $70 less per month.
Market Trends Over Time
July 2026
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Rent Ranges in North Chelmsford, MA
July 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
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Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in North Chelmsford?
Based on current rent prices, North Chelmsford is the most affordable neighborhood in North Chelmsford.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in North Chelmsford?
Based on current rent prices, North Chelmsford is the most expensive neighborhood in North Chelmsford.
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Which North Chelmsford neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhood in North Chelmsford with the most apartments available is North Chelmsford .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in North Chelmsford, MA?
Because the average rent in North Chelmsford is $2,632, you’ll want to make about $8,773 per month or $105,276 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 North Chelmsford, MA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare North Chelmsford, 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 North Chelmsford Area GuideStudio
$2,495/month
$2,495/month
One Bedroom
$2,636/month
$2,636/month
Two Bedroom
$3,212/month
$3,212/month
Three Bedroom
$4,766/month
$4,766/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in North Chelmsford?
The average rent in North Chelmsford is $2,632 per month, which is 58.4% higher than the national average of $1,662.
What is the average rent for a townhome in North Chelmsford?
The average rent for a townhome in North Chelmsford, MA is $2,894 per month.
Are rents going up or down in North Chelmsford?
Rents in North Chelmsford, MA are decreasing, with prices down 2.7% year-over-year and $70 less per month.
What rent range is most common in North Chelmsford?
In North Chelmsford, MA, 100% of apartments fall above $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 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.