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ZIP 02135

Part of Boston, MA
Pop. 43,149·Suffolk County·49th most expensive ZIP in Massachusetts
Median rent (all units)
$3,117/mo
Year-over-Year
+5.3%
Month-over-Month
-0.4%
vs US Median
+$1,152
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ZIP 02135 · $3,117
More expensive than 92% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$2,610
1 BR
$2,740
2 BR
$3,250
3 BR
$3,900
4 BR+
$4,300
Research median
$3,250/mo

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

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$37,404/yr
At $3,117/mo median
Location
CityBoston
StateMA
CountySuffolk County
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Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are climbing (5.3% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.
Based on rent-price momentum (+5.3% YoY, -0.4% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 02135 (Boston, MA) is majority renter-occupied, skews toward younger working-age adults, has a median income above the national average, 72% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
43,149
Median income
$90,829
Median age
30.4
Renters
76.7%
Age distribution
55.4%
15.8%
13.6%
Under 187.7%
18–3455.4%
35–5415.8%
55–647.5%
65+13.6%
Gender
47.9%
52.1%
Male47.9%
Female52.1%
Race & ethnicity
60.4%
17.9%
White60.4%
Black6.1%
Hispanic10.6%
Asian17.9%
Other5%
Education (25+)
72%
No HS diploma6.9%
HS diploma10.3%
Some college10.7%
Bachelor's+72%
Housing tenure
23.3%
76.7%
Owner23.3%
Renter76.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 02135 in Boston, MA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$2,281 → $3,117
up 36.7%
Income
$85,792 → $90,829
up 5.9%
Population
45,024 → 43,149
down 4.2%
Renter share
77.7% → 76.7%
-1.0 pts
Bachelor's+
69.9% → 72%
+2.1 pts

Since 2021, the typical rent in ZIP 02135 in Boston, MA has increased from $2,281 to $3,117, a 36.7% change over five years. On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 02135 in Boston, MA now reports about $90,829, up from $85,792 in 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has contracted by 4.2% since 2021, moving from about 45,024 residents to roughly 43,149. College-educated residents now make up 72% of adults here, versus 69.9% in 2021. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and ZIP 02135 in Boston, MA reflects that arc in its own way.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 02135 covers Boston, MA. The median rent here is $3,117/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $2,740/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $3,250/mo.

At 41% of local median household income ($90,829/yr), ZIP 02135 ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 5.3% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 02135?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 02135 (Boston, MA) is $3,117. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 02135 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 02135's median rent of $3,117/mo is $1,152 (59%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 02135 compare to other ZIPs in Massachusetts?

ZIP 02135 is one of the pricier ZIP codes in Massachusetts, ranking #49 out of 168 ZIPs tracked at $3,117/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 02135?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $125,000/year (~$60/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,117/mo in ZIP 02135. The local median household income is $90,829/yr, meaning the typical household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 02135?

Rent in ZIP 02135 has increased 5.3% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 02135 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 02135 is considered stretched for renters. At $3,117/mo, rent takes approximately 41% of the local median household income ($90,829/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 02135 significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

What percentage of ZIP 02135 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 76.7% of ZIP 02135 households are renters, while 23.3% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, ZIP 02135 has a strong rental market.

How does ZIP 02135 compare to the rest of Boston?

ZIP 02135 is more affordable than Boston overall. At $3,117/mo, it's $352 below the Boston citywide median of $3,469/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 02135 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 02135 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
41%
STRETCHED

At $3,117/mo, rent takes ~41% of ZIP 02135's median household income ($90,829/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 02135 41%Benchmark 30%
State income tax5%
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