RentDataNowRentDataNow
ZIP Code · MA

ZIP 01701

Pop. 32,618·Middlesex County·96th most expensive ZIP in Massachusetts
Median rent (all units)
$2,680/mo
Year-over-Year
+19.9%
Month-over-Month
+5.9%
vs US Median
+$715
Rising (Monthly)
Be the first to discuss 01701 rents ↓
Most AffordableMost Expensive
ZIP 01701 · $2,680
More expensive than 84% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
Rent check

Is your rent fair?

Compare your rent to the local median.

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$2,210
1 BR
$2,320
2 BR
$2,750
3 BR
$3,300
4 BR+
$3,640
Research median
$2,750/mo

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

Rent trends

12-month history

Loading…

Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$32,160/yr
At $2,680/mo median
Location
StateMA
CountyMiddlesex County
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 19.9% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+19.9% YoY, +5.9% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 01701 (Framingham, MA) is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 61.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
32,618
Median income
$137,094
Median age
42.7
Renters
22.1%
Age distribution
19.7%
19.1%
25.7%
16%
19.5%
Under 1819.7%
18–3419.1%
35–5425.7%
55–6416%
65+19.5%
Gender
49.7%
50.3%
Male49.7%
Female50.3%
Race & ethnicity
67.9%
White67.9%
Black4.1%
Hispanic11.1%
Asian8.8%
Other8.1%
Education (25+)
14.5%
17.8%
61.9%
No HS diploma5.8%
HS diploma14.5%
Some college17.8%
Bachelor's+61.9%
Housing tenure
77.9%
22.1%
Owner77.9%
Renter22.1%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 01701 in Framingham, MA has changed in 5 years

Income
$120,811 → $137,094
up 13.5%
Population
33,319 → 32,618
down 2.1%
Renter share
21.8% → 22.1%
+0.3 pts
Bachelor's+
62.2% → 61.9%
-0.3 pts
Median age
43.8 → 42.7
-1.1 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $120,811 in 2021 to $137,094 more recently. Headcount in the area went from 33,319 to 32,618 between 2021 and 2024, a 2.1% change.

Community

Discussions about ZIP 01701

No discussions yet. Start the conversation.

Local insights

Tips for renters in ZIP 01701

About renting in ZIP 01701

Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 01701 covers Framingham, MA. The median rent here is $2,680/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $2,320/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $2,750/mo.

At 23% of local median household income ($137,094/yr), ZIP 01701 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 19.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much is rent in ZIP code 01701?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 01701 (Framingham, MA) is $2,680. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 01701 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 01701's median rent of $2,680/mo is $715 (36%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 01701 compare to other ZIPs in Massachusetts?

ZIP 01701 falls in the middle range for Massachusetts, ranking #96 out of 168 ZIPs at $2,680/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 01701?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $107,000/year (~$51/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,680/mo in ZIP 01701. The local median household income is $137,094/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 01701?

Rent in ZIP 01701 has increased 19.9% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 01701 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 01701 is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,680/mo, rent takes approximately 23% of the local median household income ($137,094/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 01701 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 01701 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 22.1% of ZIP 01701 households are renters, while 77.9% are owner-occupied. ZIP 01701 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 01701 compare to the rest of Framingham?

ZIP 01701 is pricier than Framingham as a whole. At $2,680/mo, it's $320 above the Framingham citywide median of $2,360/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 01701 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 01701 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
23%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,680/mo, rent takes ~23% of ZIP 01701's median household income ($137,094/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 01701 23%Benchmark 30%
State income tax5%
Compare

How does this area stack up?

Pick another city or ZIP to compare.

Schools nearby

Public schools near ZIP 01701 (Framingham, MA)

Recent submissions

Be the first to submit your rent for this ZIP.

Recent discussions

No discussions yet.