1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Brattleboro, VT
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Brattleboro, Vermont as of July 2026. That's +38% lower than the citywide median of $1,753 and +22% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Brattleboro
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 Brattleboro
Compare Brattleboro's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in Vermont
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Barre | $1,030 |
| 2 | Brattleboro (this page) | $1,090 |
| 3 | Colchester | $1,340 |
| 4 | Burlington | $1,550 |
| 5 | Winooski | $1,600 |
| 6 | South Burlington | $1,650 |
Most expensive cities for a 1-bedroom in Vermont
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Burlington | $1,650 |
| 2 | Winooski | $1,600 |
| 3 | Burlington | $1,550 |
| 4 | Colchester | $1,340 |
| 5 | Brattleboro (this page) | $1,090 |
| 6 | Barre | $1,030 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 1 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Brattleboro.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Brattleboro |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amherst, MA | 35.6 mi | $1,540 | +$450 (+41%) |
| Chicopee, MA | 47.3 mi | $1,120 | +$30 (+3%) |
| Westfield, MA | 47.9 mi | $1,160 | +$70 (+6%) |
| Fitchburg, MA | 60.8 mi | $1,260 | +$170 (+16%) |
| Lebanon, NH | 62.1 mi | $1,550 | +$460 (+42%) |
| Troy, NY | 66.1 mi | $1,110 | +$20 (+2%) |
| South Windsor, CT | 69.3 mi | $1,670 | +$580 (+53%) |
| Worcester, MA | 70.5 mi | $1,458 | +$368 (+34%) |
| Clinton, MA | 73.1 mi | $1,410 | +$320 (+29%) |
| East Hartford, CT | 73.1 mi | $1,170 | +$80 (+7%) |
| West Hartford, CT | 74.3 mi | $1,480 | +$390 (+36%) |
| Glens Falls, NY | 75.4 mi | $1,070 | $-20 (-2%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Brattleboro — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Brattleboro?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Brattleboro, Vermont is $1,090 per month. This is +38% below the citywide median of $1,753.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Brattleboro?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $43,600 ($3,633/month gross), which works out to roughly $20.96/hour at a full-time job.
Is Brattleboro expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Brattleboro's 1-bedroom median of $1,090 is +22% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 28th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Brattleboro rank for 1-bedroom rent in Vermont?
Among the 6 cities in Vermont with 1-bedroom data, Brattleboro ranks #2 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Brattleboro?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Glens Falls ($1,070).