1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Norton, MA
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Norton, Massachusetts as of March 2026. That's +24% lower than the citywide median of $2,743 and +49% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Norton
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 1-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Norton
Compare Norton's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in Massachusetts
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chicopee | $1,120 |
| 2 | Holyoke | $1,120 |
| 3 | New Bedford | $1,120 |
| 4 | Fairhaven | $1,150 |
| 5 | Westfield | $1,160 |
| 6 | Spencer | $1,170 |
| 7 | Ware | $1,170 |
| 8 | Webster | $1,170 |
| 9 | Gardner | $1,180 |
| 10 | Springfield | $1,215 |
| 11 | Fall River | $1,260 |
| 12 | Fitchburg | $1,260 |
| 13 | Pittsfield | $1,280 |
| 14 | Leominster | $1,390 |
| 15 | Clinton | $1,410 |
Most expensive cities for a 1-bedroom in Massachusetts
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wellesley | $3,370 |
| 2 | Brookline | $3,310 |
| 3 | Cambridge | $3,254 |
| 4 | Concord | $2,940 |
| 5 | Wilmington | $2,840 |
| 6 | Somerville | $2,787 |
| 7 | Burlington | $2,730 |
| 8 | Bedford | $2,730 |
| 9 | Belmont | $2,720 |
| 10 | Boston | $2,698 |
| 11 | Ashland | $2,650 |
| 12 | Lexington | $2,635 |
| 13 | Winchester | $2,620 |
| 14 | Swampscott | $2,620 |
| 15 | Medford | $2,620 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Norton.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Norton |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mansfield, MA | 4.3 mi | $2,140 | +$60 (+3%) |
| Attleboro, MA | 8.1 mi | $1,470 | $-610 (-29%) |
| Sharon, MA | 9.8 mi | $2,590 | +$510 (+25%) |
| North Attleboro, MA | 10.5 mi | $2,140 | +$60 (+3%) |
| Stoughton, MA | 11.9 mi | $2,240 | +$160 (+8%) |
| Bridgewater, MA | 14 mi | $1,930 | $-150 (-7%) |
| Pawtucket, RI | 14.5 mi | $1,260 | $-820 (-39%) |
| Canton, MA | 15 mi | $2,570 | +$490 (+24%) |
| Norwood, MA | 15.4 mi | $2,290 | +$210 (+10%) |
| Central Falls, RI | 15.5 mi | $1,260 | $-820 (-39%) |
| East Providence, RI | 17.1 mi | $1,420 | $-660 (-32%) |
| Cumberland, RI | 17.1 mi | $1,260 | $-820 (-39%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Norton — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Norton?
As of March 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Norton, Massachusetts is $2,080 per month. This is +24% below the citywide median of $2,743.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Norton?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $83,200 ($6,933/month gross), which works out to roughly $40.00/hour at a full-time job.
Is Norton expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Norton's 1-bedroom median of $2,080 is +49% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 86th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Norton rank for 1-bedroom rent in Massachusetts?
Among the 113 cities in Massachusetts with 1-bedroom data, Norton ranks #37 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Norton?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Attleboro ($1,470), Bridgewater ($1,930), Pawtucket ($1,260).