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Rental Market Trends in Winchester, MA

What is the average rent in Winchester, MA?

$2,863/month

Average Rent

687 Sq Ft

Average Apartment Size

-2.3%

Decrease in the Last Year

As of April 2026, the average rent in Winchester, MA is $2,863 per month. This is 74% higher than the national average rent price of $1,641/month, making Winchester one of the most expensive cities in the US. When you rent an apartment in Winchester, you can expect to pay about $2,353 per month for a studio, $2,863 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $4,013 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $5,793 or more.

Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$2,353/month
630 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,863/month
687 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$4,013/month
1,143 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$5,793/month
1,421 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$6,728/month
2,098 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$10,136/month
4,110 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,108/month
1,113 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,678/month
678 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft

How much has average rent changed in Winchester, MA?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 2.3%, which averages out to $65 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time   The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
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Rent Ranges in Winchester, MA
Last Updated April 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Winchester, MA
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
0% $1,001 - $1,500/month
33% $1,501 - $2,000/month
67% Above $2,000/month

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What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Winchester?

Based on current rent prices, Winchester Highlands and Winchester Town Center" are the most affordable neighborhoods in Winchester.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Winchester Highlands
$3,136/month
836 Sq Ft
Winchester Town Center
$3,282/month
1,393 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Winchester?

Based on current rent prices, Winchester Town Center and Winchester Highlands" are the most expensive neighborhoods in Winchester.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Winchester Town Center
$3,282/month
1,393 Sq Ft
Winchester Highlands
$3,136/month
836 Sq Ft

Which Winchester neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Winchester with the most apartments available are Winchester Highlands and Winchester Town Center" .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Winchester Highlands
$3,136/month
836 Sq Ft
Winchester Town Center
$3,282/month
1,393 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

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

Because the average rent in Winchester is $2,863, you’ll want to make about $9,543 per month or $114,516 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.

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Winchester, MA

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

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Apartment Averages

Winchester Highlands

Winchester, MA

Winchester Town Center

Winchester, MA

Studio
-
-
One Bedroom
$2,812/month
$2,888/month
Two Bedroom
$3,535/month
$3,948/month
Three Bedroom
-
$5,822/month
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Apartment communities in Winchester we think you'll love

Sanctuary Winchester West

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416 Cambridge St,
Winchester, MA 01890

$3,002 - $5,325 Plus Fees

Studio - 3 Beds

Hanover Stoneham

Hanover Stoneham

95 Maple St,
Stoneham, MA 02180

$2,141 - $4,986 Total Monthly Price

Studio - 3 Beds

The Mave

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225 Fallon Rd,
Stoneham, MA 02180

$2,715 - $5,440 Total Monthly Price

1-2 Beds | 1 Month Lease

Sanctuary Winchester North

Sanctuary Winchester North

25-35 River St,
Winchester, MA 01890

$3,070 - $6,034 Plus Fees

1-3 Beds

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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.

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