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Rental Market Trends in Saugus, MA
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Saugus, MA is $2,594/month.
Rent in Saugus is 56% higher than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$2,594/month
Average Rent
802 Sq Ft
Average Size
+0.8%
Change / Year
779
Available Apartments
Saugus rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Saugus average $2,384 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Saugus average $2,594 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Saugus average $3,335 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Saugus average $3,912 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
Bedrooms
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Bedrooms
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How much has average rent changed in Saugus, MA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 0.8%, which averages out to $20 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Saugus, MA
September 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
17%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
83%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Saugus?
Based on current rent prices, Downtown Saugus and Oakland Vale" are the most affordable neighborhoods in Saugus.
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Average Rent
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Saugus?
Based on current rent prices, Oakland Vale and Downtown Saugus" are the most expensive neighborhoods in Saugus.
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Which Saugus neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Saugus with the most apartments available are Oakland Vale and Downtown Saugus" .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Saugus, MA?
Because the average rent in Saugus is $2,594, you’ll want to make about $8,646 per month or $103,752 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 Saugus, MA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Saugus, 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 Saugus Area GuideStudio
$2,413/month
$2,138/month
One Bedroom
$2,678/month
$2,580/month
Two Bedroom
$3,353/month
$3,333/month
Three Bedroom
$4,402/month
$3,702/month
Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Melrose
Avg Rent: $2,636/month
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Lynn
Avg Rent: $1,866/month
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Malden
Avg Rent: $2,369/month
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Revere
Avg Rent: $2,575/month
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Wakefield
Avg Rent: $2,750/month
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Stoneham
Avg Rent: $2,706/month
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Everett
Avg Rent: $2,720/month
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Peabody
Avg Rent: $2,249/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Saugus?
The average rent in Saugus is $2,594 per month, which is 55.9% higher than the national average of $1,664.
Are rents going up or down in Saugus?
Rents in Saugus, MA are increasing, with prices up 0.8% year-over-year and $20 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Saugus?
In Saugus, MA, 83% 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 September 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.