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Typical Rent in 01730 — Bedford, MA
The typical 1-bedroom rent in 01730 (Bedford, MA) is $2,800/month as of 2026, based on 3 data sources. Rents have fallen 0.1% year over year, so an increase above 0.1% exceeds the local market trend. Studio: $2,670. 2-bedroom: $3,330.
Rents in Bedford have changed approximately -1.7% – +7.3% over the past year based on local market data. A rent increase above 7.3% is above the local market trend.
Fair Market Rent · 1-Bedroom
$2,800/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 01730 (Bedford, MA) is $2,800 for FY2026.
Rents in 01730 have decreased 0.1% 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 Bedford (01730) is approximately 0.1% for 2026. The typical 1-bedroom rent is $2,800/month. Any increase significantly above 0.1% 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 01730 (Bedford)?
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 01730 (Bedford) typically rents for $2,670 – $3,070.
Rents above $3,530 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 1-bedroom in 01730 (Bedford) typically rents for $2,800 – $3,220.
Rents above $3,703 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 2-bedroom in 01730 (Bedford) typically rents for $3,330 – $3,829.
Rents above $4,403 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 3-bedroom in 01730 (Bedford) typically rents for $3,990 – $4,589.
Rents above $5,277 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 4-bedroom in 01730 (Bedford) typically rents for $4,410 – $5,072.
Rents above $5,833 are in the top 25% for this area.
Current Asking Rents in 01730
Average Asking Rent
$3,525/mo
Typical Asking Rent
$3,120/mo
Range
$875 – $8,200
Active Listings
42
These are current asking rents from active listings in 01730. Compare to the HUD fair market rent above to see how the market compares to federal benchmarks.
Source: Live market data (cached)
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Rent Trends in Bedford, MA
-0.1%
Rents in 01730 (Bedford) are holding steady at -0.1% year-over-year.
ℹ Limited data
Market sources range from -1.7% to +7.3%
Local vacancy rate: 6.5%
Sources: Apartment List, HUD Fair Market Rent
Federal Rent Benchmarks for 01730
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 Lowell, MA HUD Metro FMR Area area, not zip-specific rates.
| Bedroom Size | Fair Market Rent |
|---|---|
| Studio | $2,670 |
| 1-Bedroom | $2,800 |
| 2-Bedroom | $3,330 |
| 3-Bedroom | $3,990 |
| 4-Bedroom | $4,410 |
Source: HUD SAFMR FY2026 · Updated
Questions about rent in 01730
What is the average 1-bedroom rent in 01730?
The typical 1-bedroom rent in 01730 (Bedford, MA) is $2,800/month as of 2026. This page also shows nearby bedroom benchmarks, including studio rent at $2,670 and 2-bedroom rent at $3,330.
What is a fair rent increase in 01730?
A rent increase up to about 0.1% is in line with the recent local market trend in 01730. 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 01730?
Rents in 01730 have fallen 0.1% year over year based on the local trend data used on this page.
How much do studios and 2-bedrooms cost in 01730?
On this page, studio rent in 01730 is $2,670/month and 2-bedroom rent is $3,330/month. These figures help show whether your current or proposed rent fits the broader local bedroom mix.
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