New Bedford, MA Rent History
57 months of data, 2022–2026. Source: ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index, smoothed seasonally adjusted).
Today (2026-09)
$1,811
1-year change
+3.0%
$53/mo
5-year change
+42.0%
$536/mo
Monthly rent trend
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Year-by-year rent in New Bedford
| Year | Median rent | YoY change | vs 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $1,321/mo | — | 0.0% |
| 2023 | $1,479/mo | +12.0% | +12.0% |
| 2024 | $1,580/mo | +6.8% | +19.6% |
| 2025 | $1,688/mo | +6.8% | +27.8% |
| 2026 | $1,811/mo | +7.3% | +37.1% |
Frequently asked questions
How much has rent in New Bedford changed since 2022?
Median rent in New Bedford, MA was $1,275 in 2022-01 and is $1,811 as of 2026-09 — a change of $536 per month over 4 years.
How much has New Bedford rent increased in the last 5 years?
Over the past 5 years, median rent in New Bedford, MA has changed +42.0% ($536 per month). The current median is $1,811.
Is rent in New Bedford going up or down year over year?
Year over year, median rent in New Bedford, MA has increased +3.0% ($53/mo). Current median: $1,811.