2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Fall River, MA
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Fall River, Massachusetts as of August 2026. That's +17% lower than the citywide median of $1,836 and +8% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Fall River
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 2-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Fall River
Compare Fall River's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 2-bedroom in Massachusetts
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | New Bedford | $1,380 |
| 2 | Chicopee | $1,390 |
| 3 | Holyoke | $1,390 |
| 4 | Fairhaven | $1,420 |
| 5 | Westfield | $1,440 |
| 6 | Gardner | $1,470 |
| 7 | Spencer | $1,500 |
| 8 | Ware | $1,500 |
| 9 | Webster | $1,500 |
| 10 | Springfield | $1,510 |
| 11 | Fall River (this page) | $1,530 |
| 12 | Fitchburg | $1,570 |
| 13 | Pittsfield | $1,630 |
| 14 | Leominster | $1,740 |
| 15 | Attleboro | $1,800 |
Most expensive cities for a 2-bedroom in Massachusetts
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lexington | $4,210 |
| 2 | Wellesley | $3,990 |
| 3 | Brookline | $3,923 |
| 4 | Cambridge | $3,858 |
| 5 | Concord | $3,480 |
| 6 | Wilmington | $3,370 |
| 7 | Westford | $3,360 |
| 8 | Somerville | $3,303 |
| 9 | Tewksbury | $3,250 |
| 10 | Burlington | $3,240 |
| 11 | Bedford | $3,230 |
| 12 | Belmont | $3,220 |
| 13 | Boston | $3,200 |
| 14 | Ashland | $3,140 |
| 15 | Winchester | $3,100 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 2 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Fall River.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Fall River |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portsmouth, RI | 11.7 mi | $2,410 | +$880 (+58%) |
| New Bedford, MA | 13.8 mi | $1,380 | $-150 (-10%) |
| Middletown, RI | 16 mi | $2,100 | +$570 (+37%) |
| East Providence, RI | 17 mi | $1,735 | +$205 (+13%) |
| Fairhaven, MA | 18.6 mi | $1,420 | $-110 (-7%) |
| Warwick, RI | 19.5 mi | $1,810 | +$280 (+18%) |
| Attleboro, MA | 19.6 mi | $1,800 | +$270 (+18%) |
| Newport, RI | 20 mi | $2,210 | +$680 (+44%) |
| Pawtucket, RI | 20.5 mi | $1,530 | — |
| Providence, RI | 21.7 mi | $1,757 | +$227 (+15%) |
| Bridgewater, MA | 21.7 mi | $2,520 | +$990 (+65%) |
| Central Falls, RI | 22.3 mi | $1,530 | — |
2-Bedroom rent in Fall River — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Fall River?
As of August 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Fall River, Massachusetts is $1,530 per month. This is +17% below the citywide median of $1,836.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Fall River?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $61,200 ($5,100/month gross), which works out to roughly $29.42/hour at a full-time job.
Is Fall River expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Fall River's 2-bedroom median of $1,530 is +8% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 42th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Fall River rank for 2-bedroom rent in Massachusetts?
Among the 111 cities in Massachusetts with 2-bedroom data, Fall River ranks #11 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Fall River?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include New Bedford ($1,380), Fairhaven ($1,420).