2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Norton, MA
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Norton, Massachusetts as of March 2026. That's the same as the citywide median and +65% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-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 2-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 2-bedroom in Massachusetts
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | New Bedford | $1,380 |
| 2 | Chicopee | $1,390 |
| 3 | Holyoke | $1,390 |
| 4 | Fairhaven | $1,420 |
| 5 | Westfield | $1,440 |
| 6 | Gardner | $1,470 |
| 7 | Spencer | $1,500 |
| 8 | Ware | $1,500 |
| 9 | Webster | $1,500 |
| 10 | Springfield | $1,510 |
| 11 | Fall River | $1,530 |
| 12 | Fitchburg | $1,570 |
| 13 | Pittsfield | $1,630 |
| 14 | Leominster | $1,740 |
| 15 | Rockport | $1,741 |
Most expensive cities for a 2-bedroom in Massachusetts
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wellesley | $3,990 |
| 2 | Brookline | $3,923 |
| 3 | Cambridge | $3,858 |
| 4 | Concord | $3,480 |
| 5 | Wilmington | $3,370 |
| 6 | Westford | $3,360 |
| 7 | Somerville | $3,303 |
| 8 | Tewksbury | $3,250 |
| 9 | Burlington | $3,240 |
| 10 | Bedford | $3,230 |
| 11 | Belmont | $3,220 |
| 12 | Boston | $3,200 |
| 13 | Ashland | $3,140 |
| 14 | Lexington | $3,125 |
| 15 | Winchester | $3,100 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Norton.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Norton |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mansfield, MA | 4.3 mi | $2,550 | $-180 (-7%) |
| Attleboro, MA | 8.1 mi | $1,800 | $-930 (-34%) |
| Sharon, MA | 9.8 mi | $3,070 | +$340 (+12%) |
| North Attleboro, MA | 10.5 mi | $2,550 | $-180 (-7%) |
| Stoughton, MA | 11.9 mi | $2,650 | $-80 (-3%) |
| Bridgewater, MA | 14 mi | $2,520 | $-210 (-8%) |
| Pawtucket, RI | 14.5 mi | $1,530 | $-1,200 (-44%) |
| Canton, MA | 15 mi | $3,040 | +$310 (+11%) |
| Norwood, MA | 15.4 mi | $2,710 | $-20 (-1%) |
| Central Falls, RI | 15.5 mi | $1,530 | $-1,200 (-44%) |
| East Providence, RI | 17.1 mi | $1,735 | $-995 (-36%) |
| Cumberland, RI | 17.1 mi | $1,530 | $-1,200 (-44%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Norton — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Norton?
As of March 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Norton, Massachusetts is $2,730 per month. This is in line with the citywide median of $2,743.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Norton?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $109,200 ($9,100/month gross), which works out to roughly $52.50/hour at a full-time job.
Is Norton expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Norton's 2-bedroom median of $2,730 is +65% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 91th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Norton rank for 2-bedroom rent in Massachusetts?
Among the 113 cities in Massachusetts with 2-bedroom data, Norton ranks #78 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Norton?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Mansfield ($2,550), Attleboro ($1,800), North Attleboro ($2,550).