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North Andover

·41st most expensive in Massachusetts·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$2,846/mo
Year-over-Year
+4.6%
Month-over-Month
+3.9%
vs US Median
+$881
Rising (Monthly)
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North Andover · $2,846
More expensive than 88% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
54/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 2% below what North Andover's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$2,846/mo
Expected by trend
$2,909/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$2,000
1 BR
$2,140
2 BR
$2,670
3 BR
$3,220
4 BR+
$3,540
Research median
$2,670/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$34,152/yr
At $2,846/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
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Rents are up 4.6% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+4.6% YoY, +3.9% MoM), not inventory.
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2021 vs 2026

How North Andover, MA has changed in 5 years

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$2,068 → $2,846
up 37.6%

Five years ago, renters in North Andover, MA paid around $2,068 a month. That figure now sits near $2,846, up 37.6% from the 2021 baseline. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in North Andover, MA look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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North Andover rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in North Andover. Click any size for full breakdown.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in North Andover is $2,846/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,000/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,670/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,140/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,220/mo.

At 47% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), North Andover ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 4.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is North Andover an affordable city for renters?

North Andover is considered stretched for renters. At $2,846/mo, rent takes approximately 47% of the US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. North Andover significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in North Andover?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $114,000/year (~$55/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,846/mo in North Andover.

Is rent going up or down in North Andover?

Rent in North Andover has increased 4.6% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does North Andover rent compare to other cities in Massachusetts?

North Andover is middle-of-the-pack for Massachusetts for rent, ranking #41 out of 107 tracked cities at $2,846/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than North Andover?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than North Andover ($2,846/mo): Haverhill ($2,345/mo), Lawrence ($2,347/mo), Methuen ($2,507/mo).

How does North Andover rent compare to the national average?

North Andover's median rent of $2,846/mo is $881 (45%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Massachusetts, it ranks #41 out of 107 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
47%
STRETCHED

At $2,846/mo, rent takes ~47% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

North Andover 47%Benchmark 30%
State income tax5%
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