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Rental Market Trends in Wilmington, MA

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Wilmington, MA is $2,660/month.

Rent in Wilmington is 60% higher than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.

$2,660/month

Average Rent

856 Sq Ft

Average Size

+3.4%

Change / Year

331

Available Apartments

Wilmington rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Wilmington average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Wilmington average $2,660 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Wilmington average $3,121 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Wilmington average $3,957 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,660/month
856 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,121/month
1,184 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,957/month
1,560 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Wilmington, MA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 3.4%, which averages out to $92 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Wilmington, MA

September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Wilmington, 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

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Wilmington?

Based on current rent prices, Wilmington is the most affordable neighborhood in Wilmington.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Wilmington
$2,999/month
852 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Wilmington?

Based on current rent prices, Wilmington is the most expensive neighborhood in Wilmington.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Wilmington
$2,999/month
852 Sq Ft

Which Wilmington neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhood in Wilmington with the most apartments available is Wilmington .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Wilmington
$2,999/month
852 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

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

Because the average rent in Wilmington is $2,660, you’ll want to make about $8,866 per month or $106,392 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

Wilmington, MA

331 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Wilmington, 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 Averages

Wilmington

Wilmington, MA

Wilmington

Wilmington, MA

Studio
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-
One Bedroom
$2,660/month
$2,660/month
Two Bedroom
$3,120/month
$3,120/month
Three Bedroom
$3,957/month
$3,957/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • Reading

    Reading

    Avg Rent: $2,484/month

  • Tewksbury

    Tewksbury

    Avg Rent: $2,424/month

  • Burlington

    Burlington

    Avg Rent: $2,772/month

  • North Reading

    North Reading

    Avg Rent: $2,227/month

  • Billerica

    Billerica

    Avg Rent: $2,525/month

  • Woburn

    Woburn

    Avg Rent: $2,595/month

  • North Billerica

    North Billerica

    Avg Rent: $2,483/month

  • Andover

    Andover

    Avg Rent: $2,371/month

Apartment Communities in Wilmington We Think You'll Love

The Point at Woburn

The Point at Woburn

120 Commerce Way,
Woburn, MA 01801

1-3 Beds | $2,687 - $7,170

Princeton Wilmington

Princeton Wilmington

201 Jefferson Rd,
Wilmington, MA 01887

1-3 Beds | $2,800 - $4,550

J Woburn Heights

J Woburn Heights

1042 Main St,
Woburn, MA 01801

1-2 Beds | $2,795 - $3,249

Inwood West

Inwood West

1 Inwood Dr,
Woburn, MA 01801

1-2 Beds | $2,358 - $3,801

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Wilmington?

The average rent in Wilmington is $2,660 per month, which is 59.9% higher than the national average of $1,664.

Are rents going up or down in Wilmington?

Rents in Wilmington, MA are increasing, with prices up 3.4% year-over-year and $92 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Wilmington?

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

United States Massachusetts Wilmington 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 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.

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