Average Rent in Bridgewater, MA
What is the average rent in Bridgewater, MA?
The average listed apartment rent in Bridgewater, MA is $2,861 per month, as of November 15, 2026. This sample includes 19 priced apartments in 3 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Included building observations run from November 9, 2026 through November 15, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
3 apartment buildings, 19 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Bridgewater, MAAvg Rent
$2,861/mo
median $2,950
market average
Cheapest
$1,655/mo
Waterford Village
Properties
3
tracked daily
Units
19
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Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
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Average Rent by Property
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Bridgewater, MA Rent Prices
All 3 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Waterford Village
51 Meadow Ln, Bridgewater, MA 02324, USA
Viva Lakeshore
5 Lakeshore Center, Bridgewater, MA 02324, USA
Axis at Lakeshore Apartments
4100 Summit Dr, Bridgewater, MA 02324, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Waterford Village 51 Meadow Ln, Bridgewater, MA 02324, USA | $1,655 | $1,968 | $2.57/ft² | 4 (350) | 3 |
| 2 | Viva Lakeshore 5 Lakeshore Center, Bridgewater, MA 02324, USA | $2,175 | $3,268 | $2.62/ft² | 4.5 (123) | 6 |
| 3 | Axis at Lakeshore Apartments 4100 Summit Dr, Bridgewater, MA 02324, USA | $2,435 | $2,884 | $2.76/ft² | 4.1 (178) | 10 |
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Bridgewater, MA Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Bridgewater, MA is $2,861 per month, based on 19 units across 3 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,655 at Waterford Village to $3,895 at Viva Lakeshore.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,175/mo | $2,175/mo | 1 |
| 1 Bed | $2,328/mo | $1,905/mo | 5 |
| 2 Bed | $2,909/mo | $1,655/mo | 10 |
| 3 Bed | $3,815/mo | $3,700/mo | 3 |
We schedule daily price checks. The included observations can have different dates. Request an area we do not cover so we can review it for coverage.
Market Context
Who rents in Bridgewater, MA, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Bridgewater, MA averages $2,328/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $2,909/mo. At the local median household income of $112,482, that works out to 31% of gross income, above the 30 percent affordability ceiling, a stretched-budget market.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Bridgewater, MA at $1,976/mo. The current tracked market average runs 45% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Bridgewater, MA while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Bridgewater, MA?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$114,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $2,861/mo.
Comfortable income
$137,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,655/mo), you need to earn at least $66,000/year.
Median household income in Bridgewater, MA is $112,482 , about 18% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Bridgewater, MA
Overall prices in Bridgewater, MA runs above the national average by about 10% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 110.4, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Bridgewater, MA's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $2,861 |
| Utilities | $637 |
| Groceries | $544 |
| Transportation | $1,520 |
| Healthcare | $741 |
| Other goods and services | $1,186 |
| Estimated total | $7,489/mo |
Population
28,669
Median household income
$112,482
Census median rent
$1,976/mo
Census rent burden
29.9%
Median age
37.4
Mean commute
32 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
Compare
Nearby cities in Massachusetts
How Bridgewater, MA rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Bridgewater, MA | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agawam, MA | $2,285 | -20% | 33 |
| Boston, MA | $4,636 | +62% | 29 |
| Lynn, MA | $3,075 | +7% | 16 |
| Haverhill, MA | $2,061 | -28% | 13 |
| Waltham, MA | $3,436 | +20% | 11 |
| Weymouth, MA | $2,427 | -15% | 11 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Bridgewater, MA?
The average listed apartment rent in Bridgewater, MA is $2,861 per month, as of November 15, 2026. This sample includes 19 priced apartments in 3 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Bridgewater, MA?
The median asking rent in Bridgewater, MA is $2,950 per month, computed from 19 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $2,861/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Bridgewater, MA?
The lowest available rent in Bridgewater, MA starts at $1,655 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Bridgewater, MA?
1-bedroom apartments in Bridgewater, MA average $2,328/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,905/mo across 5 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Bridgewater, MA?
2-bedroom apartments in Bridgewater, MA average $2,909/mo. Units start from $1,655/mo across 10 units currently listed.
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