Rents are 5% below what Stoughton's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.
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Last updated: July 20, 2026
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How Stoughton, MA has changed in 5 years
The median rent in Stoughton, MA stood at $2,146 in 2022 and currently runs about $2,490, reflecting a 16.0% increase over the period. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2022.
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Last updated: July 20, 2026
The median rent in Stoughton is $2,490/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,110/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,650/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,240/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,190/mo.
At 42% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), Stoughton ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 3.1% over the past year.
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At $2,490/mo, rent takes ~42% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.
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