What is the average apartment size in Amherst?

The average size for a Amherst, MA apartment is 828 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Amherst?

As of Oct / 2025, the average rent in Amherst is $2,244 per month, a 2.1% decrease from last year’s average of $2,292.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Amherst?

In Amherst, studios rent for $1,989 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,729 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $2,083 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $3,197 per month

What is the average apartment size in Amherst?

The typical apartment in Amherst offers about 828 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Amherst?

Studio apartments in Amherst average 414 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 651 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 845 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,022 sq. ft.

Amherst, MA Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Amherst?

The typical rent budget in Amherst ranges from $1,501 to $2,000 per month, with 38% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Amherst?

In Amherst, 52% of households rent while 48% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: November 18, 2025 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Amherst is $2,244, a 2.1% decrease compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $2,292.

Studio Apartments at $1,989 offer the most budget-friendly option with 414 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 651 square feet for $1,729, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $2,083 offer 845 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,022 sq ft) for $3,197, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Amherst, MA

Last updated: November 18, 2025

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$2,244	828 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,989	414 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,729	651 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$2,083	845 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$3,197	1,022 sq. ft.

Amherst, MA rent trends

Rental prices in Amherst, MA have decreased by 2.1% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,292 to $2,244.

What's the typical rent budget in Amherst, MA?

The largest share of rentals in Amherst, MA (38%) fall between $1,501-$2,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Amherst, MA?

2,410 or 52% of the households in Amherst, MA are renter-occupied while 2,254 or 48% are owner-occupied.

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How Amherst Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Amherst	$2,244
Boston	$3,698
Cambridge	$3,755
Worcester	$2,050
Quincy	$2,812
Fall River	$2,111
Somerville	$3,484
Salem	$2,723
Lowell	$2,269
New Bedford	$2,053
Weymouth Town	$2,552
Enfield	$1,985

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Amherst apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.