• Renter Tools
    • Favorites
    • Saved Searches
  • Manage Rentals
  • Apartments For Rent
  • Houses For Rent
  • Condos For Rent
  • Townhomes For Rent
  • Help Center
  • Cost of Living in Pittsfield
  • Area Guide
  • Rent Calculator

Language

Apartments.com Logo
Manage Rentals      Sign Up / Sign In
Add a Property

Rental Market Trends in Pittsfield, MA

What is the average rent in Pittsfield, MA?

$1,213/month

Average Rent

663 Sq Ft

Average Apartment Size

+2.6%

Increase in the Last Year

As of April 2026, the average rent in Pittsfield, MA is $1,213 per month. This is 26% lower than the national average rent of $1,641/month, making renting in Pittsfield more affordable than most cities in the US. When you rent an apartment in Pittsfield, you can expect to pay about $1,161 per month for a studio, $1,213 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $1,565 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $1,625 or more.

Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,161/month
745 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,213/month
663 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,565/month
739 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,625/month
570 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,968/month
1,256 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft

How much has average rent changed in Pittsfield, MA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 2.6%, which averages out to $33 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
Legend
2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time
Rent Ranges in Pittsfield, MA
Last Updated April 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Pittsfield, MA
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
30% $700 - $1,000/month
40% $1,001 - $1,500/month
20% $1,501 - $2,000/month
10% Above $2,000/month

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

Because the average rent in Pittsfield is $1,213, you’ll want to make about $4,043 per month or $48,516 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.

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Pittsfield, MA is 10.1% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Pittsfield is 12.6% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,161 - $1,625. You can expect to pay 7.5% more for groceries, 5.5% less for utilities, and 18.9% more for transportation.

City

Pittsfield, MA

15 Available Apartments for Rent

Search for Nearby Apartments

How does Pittsfield, MA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Pittsfield, 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.

Explore the Area Guide for Pittsfield, MA

Apartment Averages

Apartment communities in Pittsfield we think you'll love

18 Harris St

18 Harris St

18 Harris St,
Pittsfield, MA 01201

$1,750 Total Monthly Price

3 Beds | 12 Month Lease

30 Danforth Ave

30 Danforth Ave

30 Danforth Ave,
Pittsfield, MA 01201

$1,600 Total Monthly Price

2 Beds

12 Hazelwood Ter

12 Hazelwood Ter

12 Hazelwood Ter,
Pittsfield, MA 01201

$1,200 Total Monthly Price

2 Beds | 12 Month Lease

25 Plunkett St

25 Plunkett St

25 Plunkett St,
Pittsfield, MA 01201

$1,475 Total Monthly Price

2 Beds | 12 Month Lease

Learn More with Helpful Articles

How to Choose an Apartment Community You’ll Love

Avoid renter's remorse - know what to look for in your next apartment.

Non-Monetary Factors to Consider When Renting or Buying a Home

Money isn't the only matter.

How Much Should I Spend on Rent?

It's time to break down your budget and calculate costs.

9 Money Saving Tips for Relocating

Save money and start fresh using these tips and tricks.

Explore the Renterverse

Rental management, simplified

Our all-in-one suite of property manangement software makes the rental process easy. Screen tenants, manage payments, and more – all on Apartments.com

Start managing your rentals
United States Massachusetts Pittsfield Rental Trends

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.

  • About Us
  • Advertise
  • Legal Notices
  • Privacy Notice
  • Avoid Scams
  • Accessibility
  • Blog
  • Newest Listings
  • Sitemap
apartments.com
© 2026 CoStar Group, Inc. Equal Housing Opportunity

Equal Housing Opportunity

© 2026 CoStar Group, Inc.

Equal Housing Opportunity