Average Rent in Lakeville, MA (2026)
The average 1-bedroom rent in Lakeville, MA is $1,940/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 1 ZIP codes. Rents have changed +2.8% year over year. Rents range from $1,940 to $1,940.
Average Rent · 1-Bedroom
$1,940/mo
Source: HUD Fair Market Rent · 1 zip codes
Year-over-Year
↑ +2.8%
Source: Apartment List, HUD Fair Market Rent
Data through
The average 1-bedroom rent in Lakeville, MA is $1,940/month according to HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rent data, covering 1 ZIP codes. Rents have increased 2.8% year-over-year. The average 1-bedroom rent in Lakeville is 62% above the national average of $1,196/month.
Average rent in Lakeville, MA ranges from $1,940 to $1,940 across 1 ZIP codes.
Based on local market data, a fair rent increase in Lakeville, MA is approximately 2.8% for 2026. An increase above 2.8% exceeds the local market trend and may be worth negotiating.
Key Facts
Sources: Apartment List, HUD Fair Market Rent, HUD SAFMR, Rentcast. Updated February 2026.
How much is rent in Lakeville, MA?
The average 1-bedroom rent in Lakeville, MA is $1,940/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 1 ZIP codes. Rents across Lakeville are relatively uniform, clustering around $1,940/month. To afford this at the 30% rule, a household would need approximately $77,600/year.
Is rent going up in Lakeville?
Rents in Lakeville have increased 2.8% year over year based on local market data. This suggests a relatively stable rental market.
What is a fair rent increase in Lakeville?
Based on local market data, a rent increase around 2.8% is in line with the Lakeville market for 2026. An increase above that level exceeds the local trend and may be worth pushing back on. Check your specific increase with RenewalReply's free rent analysis tool.
Rent Trends in Lakeville
+2.8%
Rents in Lakeville are rising at +2.8% year-over-year.
− Estimated trend
Market sources range from +1.7% to +7.8%
Sources: Apartment List, HUD Fair Market Rent
What Should Rent Cost in Lakeville?
Typical rent ranges based on HUD benchmarks and market data. In areas with limited listing data, ranges reflect federal benchmarks and may be wider than actual market conditions.
A studio in Lakeville typically rents for $1,800 – $2,070.
Rents above $2,381 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 1-bedroom in Lakeville typically rents for $1,940 – $2,231.
Rents above $2,566 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 2-bedroom in Lakeville typically rents for $2,550 – $2,933.
Rents above $3,373 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 3-bedroom in Lakeville typically rents for $3,190 – $3,668.
Rents above $4,218 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 4-bedroom in Lakeville typically rents for $3,380 – $3,887.
Rents above $4,470 are in the top 25% for this area.
Federal Rent Benchmarks for Lakeville
HUD Fair Market Rents are federal rent benchmarks published annually by HUD. They provide a consistent baseline for comparing rents across areas.
Studio
$1,800
HUD Fair Market Rent
1-Bedroom
$1,940
HUD Fair Market Rent
2-Bedroom
$2,550
HUD Fair Market Rent
3-Bedroom
$3,190
HUD Fair Market Rent
4-Bedroom
$3,380
HUD Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD SAFMR FY2026 · Updated
Zip Codes in Lakeville
Click any zip code for detailed rent data including zip-specific SAFMR rates, nearby comparables, and a free rent increase check.
HUD publishes a single Fair Market Rent for the entire New Bedford, MA HUD Metro FMR Area metro area. For zip-level variation, the tool uses additional data sources including real-time comparable listings and local market indices.
All zip codes in Lakeville share the same county-level HUD Fair Market Rent ($1,940 for 1-BR). Click any zip for SAFMR-specific rates.
County-level FMR shown in city summary above.
How Does Lakeville Compare?
Questions about rent in Lakeville
What is the average 1-bedroom rent in Lakeville, MA?
The average 1-bedroom fair market rent in Lakeville, MA is $1,940/month as of 2026, based on HUD rent data across 1 ZIP codes in the city. This is 62% above the national average of $1,196/month. Rents range from $1,940 to $1,940 depending on ZIP code.
What is a fair rent increase in Lakeville?
A rent increase up to about 2.8% is broadly in line with the recent market trend in Lakeville. Increases above that level are above trend and should be tested against neighborhood-level pricing and comparable rentals. The current average 1-BR rent is $1,940/month.
Are rents going up or down in Lakeville?
Rents in Lakeville have increased 2.8% year over year based on local market data. This reflects local market conditions across 1 ZIP codes in the New Bedford, MA HUD Metro FMR Area area.
How much do rents vary across Lakeville?
1-bedroom rents across Lakeville range from $1,940 to $1,940 on this page, a $0/month spread. This shows that rent can vary materially across ZIP codes within the same city, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in housing stock and demand.
Can my landlord raise my rent in Lakeville?
We could not identify a city-specific rent cap for Lakeville. Landlords must still follow applicable state and local notice rules before raising rent at lease renewal. Requirements vary — check your state's landlord-tenant statute for specifics on notice periods and timing.
How much should I spend on rent in Lakeville?
The general guideline is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. With average 1-bedroom rent in Lakeville at $1,940/month, a household would need approximately $77,600/year in gross income to afford this comfortably. Many renters in high-cost areas spend above this threshold — our free tool can help you assess whether your specific rent is fair for your ZIP code.
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