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Rental Market Trends

East Boston, MA

As of January 2026, East Boston's rental market is competitive, with strong renter demand causing quick leasing times for well-priced units. East Boston's average rent is 14.7% ($388) higher than the Massachusetts average of $2,645 and 72.4% ($1,274) higher than the U.S. average of $1,759.

Average Rent
$3,033
Monthly ChangeMonth Over Month Change
Increased1.9% ($57)
Yearly ChangeYear Over Year Change
Decreased0.9% ($28)
Avg. Days on MarketAverage Days on Market
27
Unit Type Average Rent Monthly ChangeMonth Over Month Change Yearly ChangeYear Over Year Change
1 Bed $2,695 Increased17.2% ($396) Decreased7.1% ($207)
2 Beds $3,513 Increased15.9% ($481) Decreased9.7% ($379)
3 Beds $4,706 Increased22.4% ($861) Decreased6.2% ($309)
Nearby Cities Average Rent Avg. Rent vs. East BostonAverage Rent vs. East Boston Avg. Days on MarketAverage Days on Market
Chelsea $2,236 Decreased26.3% ($797) 19 days
Winthrop $2,095 Decreased30.9% ($938) 32 days
Charlestown $3,637 Increased19.9% ($604) 35 days
South Boston $3,261 Increased7.5% ($228) 25 days
Boston $3,739 Increased23.3% ($706) 30 days
Rental market trends are calculated using listing data from RentalSource.
Frequently Asked Questions
East Boston Rental Market FAQs

Explore rental prices, market trends, and availability in East Boston, MA.

The average rent in East Boston, MA is $3,033 per month.
Homes in East Boston typically rent for between $1,887 and $6,118 per month, with an average of $3,033 per month.
In East Boston, the average rent for a 1-bedroom home is $2,695 per month, for a 2-bedroom home, $3,513 per month, and a 3-bedroom home is $4,706 per month.
The average rent in East Boston is 72.4% ($1,274) higher than the national average of $1,759 per month.
The average rent in East Boston has increased by 1.9% ($57) in the last month and decreased by 0.9% ($28) over the past year.
The rental market in East Boston, MA, is currently competitive, with strong renter demand causing quick leasing times for well-priced units.
In East Boston, MA, the average rental stays on the market for approximately 27 days. While most properties are rented within this timeframe, factors like seasonality, demand, and property type can affect how quickly a rental leases.
There are currently 86 rental properties available in East Boston, MA.
Based on the current averages, a household would need an annual income of $140,520 to comfortably afford a 2-bedroom home in East Boston.
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