RentDataNowRentDataNow
ZIP Code · MA

ZIP 02452

Part of Waltham, MA
Pop. 15,808·Middlesex County·75th most expensive ZIP in Massachusetts
Median rent (all units)
$2,840/mo
Year-over-Year
+2.8%
Month-over-Month
-4.4%
vs US Median
+$875
Falling (Monthly)
Be the first to discuss 02452 rents ↓
Most AffordableMost Expensive
ZIP 02452 · $2,840
More expensive than 87% 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
$2,570
1 BR
$2,690
2 BR
$3,200
3 BR
$3,840
4 BR+
$4,240
Research median
$3,200/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
$34,080/yr
At $2,840/mo median
Location
StateMA
CountyMiddlesex County
Rent Market Meter
Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are softening (up only 2.8% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.
Based on rent-price momentum (+2.8% YoY, -4.4% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 02452 (Waltham, MA) is roughly split between renters and owners, skews toward younger working-age adults, has a median income above the national average, 53.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
15,808
Median income
$118,431
Median age
31.6
Renters
48.9%
Age distribution
43.3%
19.4%
16.2%
Under 1811.4%
18–3443.3%
35–5419.4%
55–649.7%
65+16.2%
Gender
48.1%
51.9%
Male48.1%
Female51.9%
Race & ethnicity
64.5%
12.3%
White64.5%
Black10.7%
Hispanic12.3%
Asian10.1%
Other2.4%
Education (25+)
17%
20.6%
53.8%
No HS diploma8.6%
HS diploma17%
Some college20.6%
Bachelor's+53.8%
Housing tenure
51.1%
48.9%
Owner51.1%
Renter48.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 02452 in Waltham, MA has changed in 5 years

Income
$101,857 → $118,431
up 16.3%
Population
16,193 → 15,808
down 2.4%
Renter share
46.7% → 48.9%
+2.2 pts
Bachelor's+
55.2% → 53.8%
-1.4 pts
Median age
29.4 → 31.6
+2.2 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $101,857 in 2021 to $118,431 more recently. Headcount in the area went from 16,193 to 15,808 between 2021 and 2024, a 2.4% change. About 48.9% of households rent today, against 46.7% in 2021.

Community

Discussions about ZIP 02452

No discussions yet. Start the conversation.

Local insights

Tips for renters in ZIP 02452

About renting in ZIP 02452

Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 02452 covers Waltham, MA. The median rent here is $2,840/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $2,690/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $3,200/mo.

At 29% of local median household income ($118,431/yr), ZIP 02452 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much is rent in ZIP code 02452?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 02452 (Waltham, MA) is $2,840. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 02452 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 02452's median rent of $2,840/mo is $875 (45%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 02452 compare to other ZIPs in Massachusetts?

ZIP 02452 falls in the middle range for Massachusetts, ranking #75 out of 168 ZIPs at $2,840/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 02452?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $114,000/year (~$55/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,840/mo in ZIP 02452. The local median household income is $118,431/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 02452?

Rent in ZIP 02452 has increased 2.8% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 02452 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 02452 is considered affordable for renters. At $2,840/mo, rent takes approximately 29% of the local median household income ($118,431/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 02452 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 02452 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 48.9% of ZIP 02452 households are renters, while 51.1% are owner-occupied. ZIP 02452 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 02452 compare to the rest of Waltham?

ZIP 02452 is more affordable than Waltham overall. At $2,840/mo, it's $202 below the Waltham citywide median of $3,042/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 02452 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 02452 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
29%
AFFORDABLE

At $2,840/mo, rent takes ~29% of ZIP 02452's median household income ($118,431/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 02452 29%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 02452 (Waltham, MA)

Recent submissions

Be the first to submit your rent for this ZIP.

Recent discussions

No discussions yet.