What are the average rent costs in New Bedford, MA?

The average rent in New Bedford, MA is $1,418.

What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in New Bedford, MA?

The average rent for a studio apartment in New Bedford, MA is $1,201.

What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in New Bedford, MA?

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in New Bedford, MA is $1,418.

What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in New Bedford, MA?

The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in New Bedford, MA is $1,935.

What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in New Bedford, MA?

The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in New Bedford, MA is $2,471.

What are the average rent costs of a four bedroom apartment in New Bedford, MA?

The average rent for a 4 bedroom apartment in New Bedford, MA is $3,053.

Student Apartments for Rent in New Bedford, MA

35 Rentals

2 BEDS

$2,079

Plus Fees

Welby Park Estates

1399 Phillips Rd, New Bedford, MA 02745

Call (774) 713-8838
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,250

26 S Water St Unit 202

26 S Water St, New Bedford, MA 02740

Call (617) 208-2121
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,250

26 S Water St Unit 206

26 S Water St, New Bedford, MA 02740

Call (617) 208-2121
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$1,800

685 Cottage St

685 Cottage St, New Bedford, MA 02740

Call (508) 971-5680
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,700

4 Rodney St Unit 1

4 Rodney St, New Bedford, MA 02744

Call (508) 889-3537
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$1,350

826 County St Unit 1W

826 County St, New Bedford, MA 02740

Call (857) 241-0381
3 BEDS, 1 BATH

$2,500

107 Ash St Unit 1

107 Ash St, New Bedford, MA 02740

Call (774) 488-0160
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3 BEDS, 1 BATH

$2,075

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$2,075
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$2,075
- 12 Month Lease

17 Ashley St Unit 3

17 Ashley St, New Bedford, MA 02744

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4 BEDS, 1 BATH

$2,400

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$2,400
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$2,400
- 12 Month Lease

72 Fair St Unit 2

72 Fair St, New Bedford, MA 02740

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1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,200

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$1,200
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$1,200
- 12 Month Lease

15 Homer St Unit 2

15 Homer St, New Bedford, MA 02740

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3 BEDS, 1 BATH

$1,900

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$1,900
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$1,900
- 12 Month Lease

30 Viall St Unit Apt 1

30 Viall St, New Bedford, MA 02744

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STUDIO, 1 BATH

$1,500

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$1,500
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$1,500
- 6 Month Lease

648 Brock Ave Unit Basement

648 Brock Ave, New Bedford, MA 02744

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2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$1,600

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$1,600
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$1,600
- 12 Month Lease

111 Maxfield St Unit 3

111 Maxfield St, New Bedford, MA 02740

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3 BEDS, 1 BATH

$2,400

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$2,400
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$2,400
- 12 Month Lease

128 Purchase St Unit 3

128 Purchase St, New Bedford, MA 02740

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3 BEDS, 1 BATH

$2,200

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$2,200
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$2,200
- 12 Month Lease

67 Clark St Unit 2nd

67 Clark St, New Bedford, MA 02740

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3 BEDS, 1 BATH

$2,050

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$2,050
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$2,050
- 12 Month Lease

136 Nye St Unit 1

136 Nye St, New Bedford, MA 02746

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3 BEDS, 1 BATH

$2,200

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$2,200
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$2,200
- 1 Month Lease

314 Dartmouth St Unit 2

314 Dartmouth St, New Bedford, MA 02740
3 BEDS, 1 BATH

$1,800

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$1,800
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$1,800
- 12 Month Lease

58 Shawmut Ave Unit 3

58 Shawmut Ave, New Bedford, MA 02740
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$1,500

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$1,500
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$1,500

148 Maxfield St Unit 3

148 Maxfield St, New Bedford, MA 02740
3 BEDS, 1 BATH

$1,950

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$1,950
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$1,950

447 Ash St Unit 3

447 Ash St, New Bedford, MA 02740
3 BEDS, 1 BATH

$1,895

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$1,895
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$1,895

229 Brook St Unit 2

229 Brook St, New Bedford, MA 02746
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$1,500

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$1,500
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$1,500

110 Reynolds St Unit 1W

110 Reynolds St, New Bedford, MA 02746
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,300

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$1,300
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$1,300

24 Circuit St Unit 3

24 Circuit St, New Bedford, MA 02740
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,250

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$1,250
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$1,250

126 Crapo St Unit 2S

126 Crapo St, New Bedford, MA 02744
3 BEDS, 1 BATH

$1,550

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$1,550
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$1,550

229 State St Unit 2E

229 State St, New Bedford, MA 02740
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,500

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$1,500
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$1,500

148 Maxfield St Unit 1W

148 Maxfield St, New Bedford, MA 02740
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$1,800

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$1,800
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$1,800

231 Allen St Unit 1

231 Allen St, New Bedford, MA 02740
3 BEDS, 1 BATH

$2,100

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$2,100
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$2,100

2-4 Stapleton St Unit 1

2-4 Stapleton St, New Bedford, MA 02744
3 BEDS, 1 BATH

$1,800

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$1,800
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$1,800

82 Crapo St Unit 4

82 Crapo St, New Bedford, MA 02740
3 BEDS, 1 BATH

$1,850

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$1,850
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$1,850

463-465 Sawyer St Unit 2

463-465-465 Sawyer St, New Bedford, MA 02746
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$1,295

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$1,295
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$1,295

2201 Purchase St Unit 1N

2201 Purchase St, New Bedford, MA 02746
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$1,300

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$1,300
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$1,300

1272 Pleasant St Unit 3

1272 Pleasant St, New Bedford, MA 02740

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New Bedford at a Glance

Average Rent

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Some Transit

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New Bedford, MA Apartments for Rent

New Bedford, Massachusetts, combines maritime heritage with contemporary living along the South Coast. Located on Buzzards Bay, this historic port city maintains its status as America's highest-valued fishing port. Apartments for rent in New Bedford provide access to attractions including the New Bedford Whaling Museum, the Zeiterion Performing Arts Center, and the New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park, while offering more affordable housing options compared to nearby Boston.

The city features diverse rental options, from downtown lofts in restored mill buildings to residential areas overlooking the harbor. With an average rent of around $1,380 for a one-bedroom apartment, New Bedford presents an economical alternative to larger Massachusetts cities. The location offers convenient access to Providence, Boston, and Cape Cod via Interstate 195 and Route 140. The South Coast Rail project will connect New Bedford to Boston via commuter rail service. From the active waterfront to the historic downtown district and established arts community, New Bedford delivers coastal living with city conveniences.

Renting in New Bedford

Average Rental Rates and Apartment Sizes

Apartment Type Average Sq Ft Average Rent
Studio 413 Sq Ft $1,201 / mo
1 Bedroom 591 Sq Ft $1,418 / mo
2 Bedrooms 961 Sq Ft $1,935 / mo
3 Bedrooms 1,326 Sq Ft $2,471 / mo
4 Bedrooms 1,413 Sq Ft $3,053 / mo

Getting Around New Bedford

Transportation

Very Walkable

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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.

Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.

Some Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

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Education

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UMass Dartmouth

Public University

Bristol Community College

Public University

Roger Williams University Bristol Campus

Private University

C.C. of Rhode Island, Newport Newport County Campus

Bridgewater State University State College Campus

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Gr New Bedford Vocational Technical

Public High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,095 Students

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New Bedford High

Public High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,898 Students

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Normandin Middle School

Public Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

1,051 Students

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Keith Middle School

Public Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

870 Students

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Roosevelt Middle School

Public Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

778 Students

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Elizabeth Carter Brooks Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

275 Students

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