2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Needham, MA
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Needham, Massachusetts as of August 2026. That's +16% lower than the citywide median of $3,379 and +72% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Needham
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 Needham
Compare Needham'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 | $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? 3 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Needham.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Needham |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wellesley, MA | 3.1 mi | $3,990 | +$1,150 (+40%) |
| Newton, MA | 4.4 mi | $3,065 | +$225 (+8%) |
| Dedham, MA | 5.2 mi | $2,880 | +$40 (+1%) |
| Waltham, MA | 6 mi | $3,087 | +$247 (+9%) |
| Brookline, MA | 6.9 mi | $3,923 | +$1,083 (+38%) |
| Belmont, MA | 7.5 mi | $3,220 | +$380 (+13%) |
| Natick, MA | 8.1 mi | $2,780 | $-60 (-2%) |
| Norwood, MA | 8.1 mi | $2,710 | $-130 (-5%) |
| Arlington, MA | 9.4 mi | $2,755 | $-85 (-3%) |
| Lexington, MA | 9.6 mi | $4,210 | +$1,370 (+48%) |
| Cambridge, MA | 10 mi | $3,858 | +$1,018 (+36%) |
| Boston, MA | 10.6 mi | $3,200 | +$360 (+13%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Needham — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Needham?
As of August 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Needham, Massachusetts is $2,840 per month. This is +16% below the citywide median of $3,379.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Needham?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $113,600 ($9,467/month gross), which works out to roughly $54.62/hour at a full-time job.
Is Needham expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Needham's 2-bedroom median of $2,840 is +72% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 92th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Needham rank for 2-bedroom rent in Massachusetts?
Among the 111 cities in Massachusetts with 2-bedroom data, Needham ranks #82 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Needham?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Natick ($2,780), Norwood ($2,710), Arlington ($2,755).