2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Colchester, VT
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Colchester, Vermont as of October 2026. That's +20% lower than the citywide median of $2,206 and +6% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,657.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Colchester
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 Colchester
Compare Colchester's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 2-bedroom in Vermont
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bennington | $1,240 |
| 2 | Brattleboro | $1,330 |
| 3 | Colchester (this page) | $1,760 |
| 4 | Burlington | $2,040 |
| 5 | Winooski | $2,100 |
| 6 | South Burlington | $2,170 |
Most expensive cities for a 2-bedroom in Vermont
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Burlington | $2,170 |
| 2 | Winooski | $2,100 |
| 3 | Burlington | $2,040 |
| 4 | Colchester (this page) | $1,760 |
| 5 | Brattleboro | $1,330 |
| 6 | Bennington | $1,240 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Colchester.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Colchester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winooski, VT | 3.2 mi | $2,100 | +$340 (+19%) |
| Burlington, VT | 4.8 mi | $2,040 | +$280 (+16%) |
| South Burlington, VT | 6.7 mi | $2,170 | +$410 (+23%) |
| Glens Falls, NY | 90.6 mi | $1,340 | $-420 (-24%) |
| Lebanon, NH | 90.7 mi | $2,030 | +$270 (+15%) |
| Claremont, NH | 100.7 mi | $1,340 | $-420 (-24%) |
| Saratoga Springs, NY | 108.3 mi | $1,970 | +$210 (+12%) |
| Bennington, VT | 115.4 mi | $1,240 | $-520 (-30%) |
| Ballston Spa, NY | 116.2 mi | $1,840 | +$80 (+5%) |
| Potsdam, NY | 120.4 mi | $1,110 | $-650 (-37%) |
| Brattleboro, VT | 122.9 mi | $1,330 | $-430 (-24%) |
| Clifton Park, NY | 123.7 mi | $1,580 | $-180 (-10%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Colchester — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Colchester?
As of October 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Colchester, Vermont is $1,760 per month. This is +20% below the citywide median of $2,206.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Colchester?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $70,400 ($5,867/month gross), which works out to roughly $33.85/hour at a full-time job.
Is Colchester expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Colchester's 2-bedroom median of $1,760 is +6% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,657. It ranks in the 55th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Colchester rank for 2-bedroom rent in Vermont?
Among the 6 cities in Vermont with 2-bedroom data, Colchester ranks #3 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Colchester?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Glens Falls ($1,340), Claremont ($1,340), Bennington ($1,240).