Average Rent in Barnstable Town, MA↑ Rents rising 2.7% YoY

Barnstable Town, MA has rental prices ranging from $1,889/month to $3,721/month in 2027, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $1,902/month — 36% above the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $94,452/year, spending $1,902/month on a 1-bedroom represents 24% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Barnstable Town Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $2,488/month, Barnstable Town ranks #5 most expensive of the 22 cities tracked in Massachusetts — pricier than 99% of all US cities in our data.

The Barnstable Town Rental Market

The Barnstable Town, MA area has a population of about 230,073 and 19% of households renting rather than owning. That renter share runs below the US average of ~34%, a more homeowner-heavy market where rental inventory can be limited.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Barnstable Town, MA have risen by $66/month (2.7%) over the past year, from $2,422 to $2,488. This modest growth is consistent with broader inflationary trends seen across US rental markets.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Barnstable Town, MA without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $76,080. The local median household income of $94,452 exceeds that threshold by $18,372, making Barnstable Town relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Is Barnstable Town, MA Affordable?

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Rent or Buy in Barnstable Town?

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Living in Barnstable Town

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