4+ Bedroom Apartment Rent in Needham, MA
Median asking rent for a 4+ bedroom apartment in Needham, Massachusetts as of August 2026. That's +12% higher than the citywide median of $3,379 and +49% above the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,522.
Income needed for a 4+ 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 4+ 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 4+ bedroom in Massachusetts
| # | City | 4+ Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chicopee | $1,890 |
| 2 | Holyoke | $1,890 |
| 3 | Westfield | $1,960 |
| 4 | New Bedford | $1,990 |
| 5 | Spencer | $2,000 |
| 6 | Webster | $2,000 |
| 7 | Fairhaven | $2,050 |
| 8 | Springfield | $2,055 |
| 9 | Ware | $2,090 |
| 10 | Gardner | $2,190 |
| 11 | Pittsfield | $2,250 |
| 12 | Fall River | $2,290 |
| 13 | Fitchburg | $2,340 |
| 14 | Lawrence | $2,510 |
| 15 | Haverhill | $2,517 |
Most expensive cities for a 4+ bedroom in Massachusetts
| # | City | 4+ Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lexington | $5,580 |
| 2 | Wellesley | $5,290 |
| 3 | Brookline | $5,200 |
| 4 | Cambridge | $5,114 |
| 5 | Concord | $4,610 |
| 6 | Wilmington | $4,470 |
| 7 | Westford | $4,450 |
| 8 | Somerville | $4,380 |
| 9 | Tewksbury | $4,310 |
| 10 | Burlington | $4,300 |
| 11 | Bedford | $4,280 |
| 12 | Belmont | $4,270 |
| 13 | Boston | $4,244 |
| 14 | Ashland | $4,160 |
| 15 | Winchester | $4,110 |
Nearby cities — 4+ bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 3 of these cities have cheaper 4+ bedroom rents than Needham.
| City | Distance | 4+ Bedroom rent | vs Needham |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wellesley, MA | 3.1 mi | $5,290 | +$1,520 (+40%) |
| Newton, MA | 4.4 mi | $4,065 | +$295 (+8%) |
| Dedham, MA | 5.2 mi | $3,820 | +$50 (+1%) |
| Waltham, MA | 6 mi | $4,090 | +$320 (+8%) |
| Brookline, MA | 6.9 mi | $5,200 | +$1,430 (+38%) |
| Belmont, MA | 7.5 mi | $4,270 | +$500 (+13%) |
| Natick, MA | 8.1 mi | $3,690 | $-80 (-2%) |
| Norwood, MA | 8.1 mi | $3,590 | $-180 (-5%) |
| Arlington, MA | 9.4 mi | $3,650 | $-120 (-3%) |
| Lexington, MA | 9.6 mi | $5,580 | +$1,810 (+48%) |
| Cambridge, MA | 10 mi | $5,114 | +$1,344 (+36%) |
| Boston, MA | 10.6 mi | $4,244 | +$474 (+13%) |
4+ Bedroom rent in Needham — common questions
How much is a 4+ bedroom apartment in Needham?
As of August 2026, the median 4+ bedroom apartment rent in Needham, Massachusetts is $3,770 per month. This is +12% higher than the citywide median of $3,379.
What income do you need to afford a 4+ bedroom in Needham?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $150,800 ($12,567/month gross), which works out to roughly $72.50/hour at a full-time job.
Is Needham expensive for a 4+ bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Needham's 4+ bedroom median of $3,770 is +49% above the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,522. It ranks in the 86th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Needham rank for 4+ bedroom rent in Massachusetts?
Among the 111 cities in Massachusetts with 4+ bedroom data, Needham ranks #82 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 4+ bedroom options near Needham?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 4+ bedroom rents include Natick ($3,690), Norwood ($3,590), Arlington ($3,650).