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Typical Rent in 01469 — Townsend, MA
The typical 1-bedroom rent in 01469 (Townsend, MA) is $2,160/month as of 2026, based on 3 data sources. Rents have fallen 1.2% year over year, so an increase above 1.2% exceeds the local market trend. Studio: $2,040. 2-bedroom: $2,560.
Rents in Townsend have changed approximately -1.7% – +0.9% over the past year based on local market data. A rent increase above 0.9% is above the local market trend.
Fair Market Rent · 1-Bedroom
$2,160/mo
Source: HUD Fair Market Rent
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Based on federal benchmarks and 2 additional market sources.
The HUD Fair Market Rent for a 1-bedroom in 01469 (Townsend, MA) is $2,160 for FY2026.
Rents in 01469 have decreased 1.2% year-over-year based on local market data.
The confidence level for this estimate is moderate based on 3 data sources.
Based on local market data, a fair rent increase in Townsend (01469) is approximately 1.2% for 2026. The typical 1-bedroom rent is $2,160/month. Any increase significantly above 1.2% exceeds the local market trend and may be worth negotiating.
Sources: local market data, HUD SAFMR FY2026, Rentcast. Updated February 2026.
What Should Rent Cost in 01469 (Townsend)?
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 01469 (Townsend) typically rents for $2,040 – $2,346.
Rents above $2,698 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 1-bedroom in 01469 (Townsend) typically rents for $2,160 – $2,484.
Rents above $2,857 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 2-bedroom in 01469 (Townsend) typically rents for $2,560 – $2,944.
Rents above $3,386 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 3-bedroom in 01469 (Townsend) typically rents for $3,080 – $3,542.
Rents above $4,073 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 4-bedroom in 01469 (Townsend) typically rents for $3,390 – $3,898.
Rents above $4,483 are in the top 25% for this area.
Current Asking Rents in 01469
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Rent Trends in Townsend, MA
-1.2%
Rents in 01469 (Townsend) are cooling at -1.2% year-over-year.
⚠ Mixed signals
Market sources range from -1.7% to +0.9%
Local vacancy rate: 6.5%
Sources: Apartment List, HUD Fair Market Rent
Federal Rent Benchmarks for 01469
HUD Fair Market Rents are federal rent benchmarks used for housing programs, published annually by HUD.Note: These values represent the HUD metro-area benchmark for the Boston-Cambridge-Quincy, MA-NH HUD Metro FMR Area area, not zip-specific rates.
| Bedroom Size | Fair Market Rent |
|---|---|
| Studio | $2,040 |
| 1-Bedroom | $2,160 |
| 2-Bedroom | $2,560 |
| 3-Bedroom | $3,080 |
| 4-Bedroom | $3,390 |
Source: HUD SAFMR FY2026 · Updated
Questions about rent in 01469
What is the average 1-bedroom rent in 01469?
The typical 1-bedroom rent in 01469 (Townsend, MA) is $2,160/month as of 2026. This page also shows nearby bedroom benchmarks, including studio rent at $2,040 and 2-bedroom rent at $2,560.
What is a fair rent increase in 01469?
A rent increase up to about 1.2% is in line with the recent local market trend in 01469. An increase above that level is above trend and may justify a closer review against local pricing and comparable apartments.
Are rents going up or down in 01469?
Rents in 01469 have fallen 1.2% year over year based on the local trend data used on this page.
How much do studios and 2-bedrooms cost in 01469?
On this page, studio rent in 01469 is $2,040/month and 2-bedroom rent is $2,560/month. These figures help show whether your current or proposed rent fits the broader local bedroom mix.
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