Chelmsford, MA Rent History

58 months of data, 2021–2026. Source: ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index, smoothed seasonally adjusted).

Today (2026-09)
$2,677
1-year change
+3.6%
$92/mo
5-year change
+25.0%
$535/mo

Monthly rent trend

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Year-by-year rent in Chelmsford

YearMedian rentYoY changevs 2021
2021$2,142/mo—0.0%
2022$2,220/mo+3.6%+3.6%
2023$2,368/mo+6.7%+10.6%
2024$2,478/mo+4.6%+15.7%
2025$2,608/mo+5.2%+21.8%
2026$2,630/mo+0.8%+22.8%

Frequently asked questions

How much has rent in Chelmsford changed since 2021?

Median rent in Chelmsford, MA was $2,142 in 2021-12 and is $2,677 as of 2026-09 — a change of $535 per month over 5 years.

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

Over the past 5 years, median rent in Chelmsford, MA has changed +25.0% ($535 per month). The current median is $2,677.

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

Year over year, median rent in Chelmsford, MA has increased +3.6% ($92/mo). Current median: $2,677.

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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.