Rentometer, Inc. | Data as of 10/24/2025
Belmontâs rental market blends suburban charm with easy access to Bostonâs cultural and employment hubs, making it a soughtâafter location for professionals, families, and students alike. The city offers a variety of housing styles, from modern studio apartments near the bustling town center to spacious multiâbedroom homes in quiet, treeâlined neighborhoods such as the historic West Lake area. Proximity to topârated schools, the Charles River Reservation, and convenient MBTA stops enhances the appeal for renters seeking both convenience and a high quality of life.
Rental rates reflect Belmontâs desirable amenities and strategic location. Studio apartments typically fall in the $2700s, while oneâbedroom units are commonly found in the $2900s. Twoâbedroom apartments generally range around the $3500s, and threeâbedroom apartments command prices in the $4200s. For those preferring a house, threeâbedroom homes are often priced in the $3200s, whereas larger fourâplus bedroom properties command rents in the $7000s. These figures illustrate a market that balances affordability with the premium of a wellâmaintained, communityâfocused environment.
Belmontâs vibrant local sceneâfeaturing the Belmont Town Center, historic landmarks like the First Parish Church, and nearby attractions such as the Harvard Square and Symphony Hallâadds cultural depth to everyday living. With a mix of contemporary apartments, classic New England homes, and easy commuter routes, the city remains a top choice for renters seeking a blend of suburban tranquility and urban connectivity in the Greater Boston area.
Property Type | Bedrooms | Average | Median | Min - Max | 25th - 75th |
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Apartment | Studio | $2,713 | $2,562 | $2,400 - $3,328 | $2,470 - $3,328 |
Apartment | 1 Bedroom | $2,905 | $2,837 | $1,350 - $3,881 | $2,650 - $3,368 |
Apartment | 2 Bedroom | $3,503 | $3,580 | $2,595 - $4,863 | $2,700 - $3,840 |
Apartment | 3 Bedroom | $4,266 | $4,200 | $3,300 - $5,385 | $3,900 - $4,545 |
House | 3 Bedroom | $3,162 | $2,800 | $1,250 - $5,800 | $2,300 - $5,800 |
House | 4+ Bedroom | $7,116 | $6,750 | $4,500 - $9,500 | $5,900 - $9,300 |
In the current period, the average rent in Belmont was $2,611 for Studio, $2,906 for 1 Bedroom, $3,413 for 2 Bedroom, $3,776 for 3 Bedroom, and $5,680 for 4+ Bedroom.
Data provided by Rentometer, Inc.