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Rental Market Trends

New Bedford, MA

As of August 2025, New Bedford's rental market is highly competitive, where rentals lease within days, often attracting multiple applications and above-asking offers. New Bedford's average rent is 40.4% ($1,115) higher than the Massachusetts average of $2,762 and 116.6% ($2,087) higher than the U.S. average of $1,790.

Average Rent

$3,877

Monthly ChangeMonth Over Month Change

8.1% ($341)

Yearly ChangeYear Over Year Change

89% ($1826)

Avg. Days on MarketAverage Days on Market

Unit Type	Average Rent	Monthly ChangeMonth Over Month Change	Yearly ChangeYear Over Year Change
1 Bed	$2,934	7.6% ($242)	96.5% ($1441)
2 Beds	$3,900	8.7% ($373)	94.8% ($1898)
3 Beds	$4,756	8.3% ($432)	84.4% ($2177)

Nearby Cities	Average Rent	Avg. Rent vs. New BedfordAverage Rent vs. New Bedford	Avg. Days on MarketAverage Days on Market
North Dartmouth	$1,994	48.6% ($1883)	25 days
Fall River	$1,731	55.4% ($2146)	19 days
Somerset	$2,266	41.6% ($1611)	25 days
Middleboro	$2,495	35.6% ($1382)	43 days
Middletown	$2,032	47.6% ($1845)	33 days

Rental market trends are calculated using listing data from RentalSource.

Frequently Asked Questions

New Bedford Rental Market FAQs

Explore rental prices, market trends, and availability in New Bedford, MA.

What is the average rent in New Bedford, MA?

The average rent in New Bedford, MA is $3,877 per month.

What is the rental price range for homes in New Bedford, MA?

Homes in New Bedford typically rent for between $2,054 and $6,183 per month, with an average of $3,877 per month.

What is the average rent for different bedroom sizes in New Bedford, MA?

In New Bedford, the average rent for a 1-bedroom home is $2,934 per month, for a 2-bedroom home, $3,900 per month, and a 3-bedroom home is $4,756 per month.

How do rent prices in New Bedford, MA compare with the national average?

The average rent in New Bedford is 116.6% ($2,087) higher than the national average of $1,790 per month.

How have rent prices in New Bedford, MA changed recently?

The average rent in New Bedford has decreased by 8.1% ($341) in the last month and increased by 89.0% ($1,826) over the past year.

How competitive is the rental market in New Bedford, MA?

The rental market in New Bedford, MA, is currently highly competitive, where rentals lease within days, often attracting multiple applications and above-asking offers.

How long do rentals stay on the market in New Bedford, MA?

In New Bedford, MA, the average rental stays on the market for approximately 23 days. While most properties are rented within this timeframe, factors like seasonality, demand, and property type can affect how quickly a rental leases.

How many rental properties are available in New Bedford, MA?

There are currently 28 rental properties available in New Bedford, MA.

Can I afford to rent a home in New Bedford, MA?

Based on the current averages, a household would need an annual income of $156,000 to comfortably afford a 2-bedroom home in New Bedford.