Arlington, MA Rent History
113 months of data, 2017–2026. 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
| Year | Median rent | YoY change | vs 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | $2,031/mo | — | 0.0% |
| 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.