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North Andover

·45th most expensive in Massachusetts·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$2,851/mo
Year-over-Year
+3.7%
Month-over-Month
+0.2%
vs US Median
+$889
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North Andover · $2,851
More expensive than 88% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Rent Reality Score
55/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 3% below what North Andover's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$2,851/mo
Expected by trend
$2,925/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
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$2,670/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $2,851 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$34,212/yr
At $2,851/mo median
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Rents are climbing (3.7% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.
Based on rent-price momentum (+3.7% YoY, +0.2% MoM), not inventory.
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2021 vs 2026

How North Andover, MA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$2,068 → $2,851
up 37.9%

Five years ago, renters in North Andover, MA paid around $2,068 a month. That figure now sits near $2,851, up 37.9% 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: August 17, 2026

The median rent in North Andover is $2,851/mo as of August 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 48% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), North Andover ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 3.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is North Andover an affordable city for renters?

North Andover is considered stretched for renters. At $2,851/mo, rent takes approximately 48% 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 $2,851/mo in North Andover.

Is rent going up or down in North Andover?

Rent in North Andover has increased 3.7% over the past year as of August 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 #45 out of 112 tracked cities at $2,851/mo.

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

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than North Andover ($2,851/mo): Haverhill ($2,338/mo), Lawrence ($2,379/mo), Methuen ($2,489/mo).

How does North Andover rent compare to the national average?

North Andover's median rent of $2,851/mo is $889 (45%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Massachusetts, it ranks #45 out of 112 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
48%
STRETCHED

At $2,851/mo, rent takes ~48% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

North Andover 48%Benchmark 30%
State income tax5%
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