3-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Taunton, MA
Median asking rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Taunton, Massachusetts as of August 2026. That's +27% higher than the citywide median of $2,158 and +28% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130.
Income needed for a 3-bedroom in Taunton
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 3-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Taunton
Compare Taunton's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 3-bedroom in Massachusetts
| # | City | 3-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | New Bedford | $1,660 |
| 2 | Chicopee | $1,690 |
| 3 | Holyoke | $1,690 |
| 4 | Fairhaven | $1,710 |
| 5 | Westfield | $1,760 |
| 6 | Spencer | $1,810 |
| 7 | Ware | $1,810 |
| 8 | Webster | $1,820 |
| 9 | Springfield | $1,840 |
| 10 | Fall River | $1,850 |
| 11 | Gardner | $1,920 |
| 12 | Fitchburg | $2,050 |
| 13 | Pittsfield | $2,090 |
| 14 | Attleboro | $2,170 |
| 15 | Lawrence | $2,285 |
Most expensive cities for a 3-bedroom in Massachusetts
| # | City | 3-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lexington | $5,070 |
| 2 | Wellesley | $4,810 |
| 3 | Brookline | $4,723 |
| 4 | Cambridge | $4,646 |
| 5 | Concord | $4,190 |
| 6 | Wilmington | $4,060 |
| 7 | Westford | $4,050 |
| 8 | Somerville | $3,977 |
| 9 | Tewksbury | $3,920 |
| 10 | Burlington | $3,900 |
| 11 | Bedford | $3,890 |
| 12 | Belmont | $3,880 |
| 13 | Boston | $3,856 |
| 14 | Ashland | $3,780 |
| 15 | Winchester | $3,730 |
Nearby cities — 3-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 3-bedroom rents than Taunton.
| City | Distance | 3-Bedroom rent | vs Taunton |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mansfield, MA | 10.1 mi | $3,080 | +$350 (+13%) |
| Bridgewater, MA | 10.6 mi | $3,190 | +$460 (+17%) |
| Attleboro, MA | 12.3 mi | $2,170 | $-560 (-21%) |
| Brockton, MA | 12.8 mi | $2,560 | $-170 (-6%) |
| Sharon, MA | 14.4 mi | $3,700 | +$970 (+36%) |
| Stoughton, MA | 14.5 mi | $3,190 | +$460 (+17%) |
| North Attleboro, MA | 15.5 mi | $3,080 | +$350 (+13%) |
| Pawtucket, RI | 17.6 mi | $1,850 | $-880 (-32%) |
| Canton, MA | 18.4 mi | $3,660 | +$930 (+34%) |
| East Providence, RI | 18.5 mi | $2,090 | $-640 (-23%) |
| Central Falls, RI | 19 mi | $1,850 | $-880 (-32%) |
| Randolph, MA | 19 mi | $3,330 | +$600 (+22%) |
3-Bedroom rent in Taunton — common questions
How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Taunton?
As of August 2026, the median 3-bedroom apartment rent in Taunton, Massachusetts is $2,730 per month. This is +27% higher than the citywide median of $2,158.
What income do you need to afford a 3-bedroom in Taunton?
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 Taunton expensive for a 3-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Taunton's 3-bedroom median of $2,730 is +28% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130. It ranks in the 74th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Taunton rank for 3-bedroom rent in Massachusetts?
Among the 111 cities in Massachusetts with 3-bedroom data, Taunton ranks #27 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 3-bedroom options near Taunton?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 3-bedroom rents include Attleboro ($2,170), Brockton ($2,560), Pawtucket ($1,850).