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Rental Market Trends in Southborough, MA

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Southborough, MA is $2,694/month.

Rent in Southborough is 62% higher than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.

$2,694/month

Average Rent

1,047 Sq Ft

Average Size

+3.5%

Change / Year

214

Available Apartments

Southborough rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Southborough average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Southborough average $2,694 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Southborough average $3,367 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Southborough average or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,694/month
1,047 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,367/month
1,468 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$6,080/month
3,634 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Southborough, MA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 3.5%, which averages out to $94 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Southborough, MA

July 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Southborough, MA
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
0% $1,001 - $1,500/month
0% $1,501 - $2,000/month
100% Above $2,000/month

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

Because the average rent in Southborough is $2,694, you’ll want to make about $8,980 per month or $107,760 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.

City

Southborough, MA

214 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Southborough, 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.

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Apartment Communities in Southborough We Think You'll Love

The Point at Green District

The Point at Green District

1000 Green District Blvd,
Marlborough, MA 01752

Studio - 3 Beds | $2,452 - $7,889

The Lodge

The Lodge

3000 Green District Blvd,
Marlborough, MA 01752

1-3 Beds | $2,554 - $4,117

Meadows at Marlborough

Meadows at Marlborough

141 Broadmeadow St,
Marlborough, MA 01752

1-2 Beds | $2,258 - $2,402

Madison Place Southborough

Madison Place Southborough

1200 Madison Pl,
Southborough, MA 01772

1-2 Beds | $2,700 - $3,675

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Southborough?

The average rent in Southborough is $2,694 per month, which is 62.0% higher than the national average of $1,663.

Are rents going up or down in Southborough?

Rents in Southborough, MA are increasing, with prices up 3.5% year-over-year and $94 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Southborough?

In Southborough, MA, 100% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Massachusetts Southborough 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 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.

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