How much does it cost to rent in Shrewsbury, MA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Shrewsbury, MA is $2,399. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Shrewsbury cheaper than other Massachusetts cities?

Shrewsbury is among the more affordable cities in Massachusetts, ranking #81 out of 107 cities at $2,399/mo.

When was Shrewsbury rent data last updated?

Shrewsbury rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

Is Shrewsbury a renter's market or a landlord's market?

Based on RentDataNow's Rent Market Meter, Shrewsbury is currently a renter's market. Rents are softening (down 3.3% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage. The meter is derived from rent-price momentum (year-over-year and month-over-month change), not inventory levels.

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·81st most expensive in Massachusetts·Rental market data updated monthly for Shrewsbury, MA

Median rent (all units)

$2,399/mo

Year-over-Year

-3.3%

Month-over-Month

+0.2%

vs US Median

+$434

Stable (Monthly)

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Shrewsbury · $2,399

More expensive than 76% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

72/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 11% below what Shrewsbury's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,399/mo

Expected by trend

$2,697/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Shrewsbury's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,950

1 BR

$1,960

2 BR

$2,530

3 BR

$3,090

4 BR+

$3,400

Research median

$2,530/mo

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

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$28,788/yr

At $2,399/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (down 3.3% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (-3.3% YoY, +0.2% MoM), not inventory.

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2021 vs 2026

How Shrewsbury, MA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,778 → $2,399

up 34.9%

Five years ago, renters in Shrewsbury, MA paid around $1,778 a month. That figure now sits near $2,399, up 34.9% from the 2021 baseline. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Shrewsbury, MA look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Shrewsbury on your salary?

At $2,399/mo, how Shrewsbury rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $109,597/yr · Rent = 26.3% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $77,813/yr · Rent = 37% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $89,633/yr · Rent = 32.1% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $160,208/yr · Rent = 18% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $204,705/yr · Rent = 14.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $72,860/yr · Rent = 39.5% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $65,784/yr · Rent = 43.8% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $81,084/yr · Rent = 35.5% income

stretched

By apartment size

Shrewsbury rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Shrewsbury, MA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Shrewsbury is $2,399/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,950/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,530/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,960/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,090/mo.

At 40% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), Shrewsbury ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 3.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Shrewsbury an affordable city for renters?

Shrewsbury is considered moderate for renters. At $2,399/mo, rent takes approximately 40% of the US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Shrewsbury slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Shrewsbury?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $96,000/year (~$46/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,399/mo in Shrewsbury.

Is rent going up or down in Shrewsbury?

Rent in Shrewsbury has decreased 3.3% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Shrewsbury rent compare to other cities in Massachusetts?

Shrewsbury is one of the more affordable cities in Massachusetts for rent, ranking #81 out of 107 tracked cities at $2,399/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Shrewsbury?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Shrewsbury ($2,399/mo): Clinton ($2,137/mo), Worcester ($2,164/mo).

How does Shrewsbury rent compare to the national average?

Shrewsbury's median rent of $2,399/mo is $434 (22%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Massachusetts, it ranks #81 out of 107 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

40%

MODERATE

At $2,399/mo, rent takes ~40% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Shrewsbury 40%Benchmark 30%

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