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Rental Market Trends

Newton Center, MA

As of August 2025, Newton Center's rental market is highly competitive, where rentals lease within days, often attracting multiple applications and above-asking offers. Newton Center's average rent is 29.8% ($822) higher than the Massachusetts average of $2,762 and 100.2% ($1,794) higher than the U.S. average of $1,790.

Average Rent

$3,584

Monthly ChangeMonth Over Month Change

10.4% ($418)

Yearly ChangeYear Over Year Change

21.1% ($624)

Avg. Days on MarketAverage Days on Market

Unit Type	Average Rent	Monthly ChangeMonth Over Month Change	Yearly ChangeYear Over Year Change
1 Bed	$2,248	4.5% ($105)	8.4% ($207)
2 Beds	$3,011	0.1% ($2)	1.7% ($51)
3 Beds	$4,794	8.6% ($453)	32.5% ($1175)

Nearby Cities	Average Rent	Avg. Rent vs. Newton CenterAverage Rent vs. Newton Center	Avg. Days on MarketAverage Days on Market
Newton Highlands	$4,369	21.9% ($785)	27 days
Newton Upper Falls	$3,492	2.6% ($92)	28 days
Chestnut Hill	$4,688	30.8% ($1104)	37 days
Needham Heights	$2,902	19% ($682)	38 days
Waban	$3,081	14% ($503)	23 days

Rental market trends are calculated using listing data from RentalSource.

Frequently Asked Questions

Newton Center Rental Market FAQs

Explore rental prices, market trends, and availability in Newton Center, MA.

What is the average rent in Newton Center, MA?

The average rent in Newton Center, MA is $3,584 per month.

What is the rental price range for houses in Newton Center, MA?

Houses in Newton Center typically rent for between $1,574 and $6,232 per month, with an average of $3,584 per month.

What is the average rent for different bedroom sizes in Newton Center, MA?

In Newton Center, the average rent for a 1-bedroom house is $2,248 per month, for a 2-bedroom house, $3,011 per month, and a 3-bedroom house is $4,794 per month.

How do rent prices in Newton Center, MA compare with the national average?

The average rent in Newton Center is 100.2% ($1,794) higher than the national average of $1,790 per month.

How have rent prices in Newton Center, MA changed recently?

The average rent in Newton Center has decreased by 10.4% ($418) in the last month and increased by 21.1% ($624) over the past year.

How competitive is the rental market in Newton Center, MA?

The rental market in Newton Center, 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 Newton Center, MA?

In Newton Center, MA, the average rental stays on the market for approximately 25 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 Newton Center, MA?

There are currently 21 rental properties available in Newton Center, MA.

Can I afford to rent a house in Newton Center, MA?

Based on the current averages, a household would need an annual income of $120,440 to comfortably afford a 2-bedroom house in Newton Center.