Needham, MA Rent History

56 months of data, 2022–2026. Source: ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index, smoothed seasonally adjusted).

Today (2026-09)
$3,702
1-year change
+4.3%
$152/mo
5-year change
+25.2%
$746/mo

Monthly rent trend

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Year-by-year rent in Needham

YearMedian rentYoY changevs 2022
2022$3,125/mo—0.0%
2023$3,280/mo+5.0%+5.0%
2024$3,424/mo+4.4%+9.6%
2025$3,637/mo+6.2%+16.4%
2026$3,498/mo-3.8%+11.9%

Frequently asked questions

How much has rent in Needham changed since 2022?

Median rent in Needham, MA was $2,956 in 2022-02 and is $3,702 as of 2026-09 — a change of $746 per month over 4 years.

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

Over the past 5 years, median rent in Needham, MA has changed +25.2% ($746 per month). The current median is $3,702.

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

Year over year, median rent in Needham, MA has increased +4.3% ($152/mo). Current median: $3,702.

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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.