Arlington, MA Rent History

113 months of data, 20172026. Source: ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index, smoothed seasonally adjusted).

Today (2026-06)
$3,043
1-year change
+13.8%
$368/mo
5-year change
+35.1%
$791/mo

Monthly rent trend

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Year-by-year rent in Arlington

YearMedian rentYoY changevs 2017
2017$2,031/mo0.0%
2018$2,115/mo+4.1%+4.1%
2019$2,193/mo+3.7%+8.0%
2020$2,302/mo+5.0%+13.3%
2021$2,174/mo-5.6%+7.0%
2022$2,516/mo+15.7%+23.9%
2023$2,699/mo+7.3%+32.9%
2024$2,786/mo+3.2%+37.2%
2025$2,663/mo-4.4%+31.1%
2026$2,917/mo+9.5%+43.6%

Frequently asked questions

How much has rent in Arlington changed since 2017?

Median rent in Arlington, MA was $2,035 in 2017-01 and is $3,043 as of 2026-06 — a change of $1,008 per month over 9 years.

How much has Arlington rent increased in the last 5 years?

Over the past 5 years, median rent in Arlington, MA has changed +35.1% ($791 per month). The current median is $3,043.

Is rent in Arlington going up or down year over year?

Year over year, median rent in Arlington, MA has increased +13.8% ($368/mo). Current median: $3,043.

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Methodology: Rent figures use ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index) monthly smoothed seasonally-adjusted values for all properties (single family + condo + multifamily). Year-by-year table uses April readings (or nearest available month) for consistency across years. 1-/5-/10-year change uses the same month 2026 as the anchor.