Apartments in Amherst

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75 Cowls Road Amherst, MA
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$1,940
370 Northampton Road Suite E Amherst, MA
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$2,650
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$2,645 - 2,990
75 Cowls Road Amherst, MA
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Amherst?

Amherst Apartments
Bed Type Average Rent Range
1BR $2,080 $750 - $2,650
2BR $2,770 $1,940 - $2,850
3BR $3,720 $3,690 - $3,740

Find a Amherst Apartment

Amherst is a small university town in Massachusetts. With a population of just over 37,000 and three higher educational institutions, Amherst is a student town in every sense of the word. Amherst College, Hampshire College and the University of Massachusetts are all found here.

Amherst is a wonderful city for people who want to immerse themselves in academia. The town is full of people who have spent a lifetime learning, and it provides a thriving educational atmosphere that is extremely welcoming to the new students who arrive in town.

When to Search

One of the best times to look for apartments in Amherst is in the late spring and early summer when last year's crop of students has graduated and moved away. Because it is an academic town, this is a way to beat the rush that happens at the end of summer and to get your pick of places for the New Year.

Staying in the Know

Amherst is a college town, which means that landlords are used to renting to students. They're also aware of all the pitfalls that come with renting to students. Convincing them that you're quiet, responsible and reliable is key, and great references a must.

Life in Amherst

Transportation

Getting around in Amherst is extremely easy. The small size of the city means that there are huge numbers of apartments within walking distance of one of the 3 schools. There is also a great bus system that runs routes from throughout the city to the schools. For example, 13 different bus routes deliver students to the University of Massachusetts.

Where to play

In any student town come student bars. However, the nightlife in Amherst is quiet compared to larger centers with ‘party' schools. For fans of craft beer, the Amherst Brewing Company is a great place to check out. Favorites among those who are of age include Atlantis, for a laid-back club vibe, or The Spoke, for those who prefer their bars without the party scene.

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Amherst:
March Rent Report

Welcome to the March 2024 Amherst Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the March 2024 key findings and figures for the Amherst rental landscape.

Our experts analyze the pricing trends — one-bedroom, two-bedroom, year-over-year and month-over-month — in Amherst and surrounding areas and provide comparisons to the entire metro area, nearby cities and some of the most desirable and expensive cities in the United States. Take a look at the last 12 months of Amherst average rent prices in the chart below.

Monthly Rent Report

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Amherst Rent Prices Decrease From February to March

Amherst rent prices decreased over the last month. From February to March, the city experienced a -7.15% decrease for the price of a one-bedroom apartment. The rent price for a Amherst one-bedroom apartments currently stands at $2,350.0.

When we take a look at the two-bedroom comparison from February to March, Amherst experienced a -1.33% decrease for the price of a two-bedroom apartment. The rent price for a Amherst two-bedroom apartments currently stands at $2,818.0.

March Prices: Amherst vs. Surrounding Areas

Rent Prices in Amherst and Surrounding Areas

Rent prices have decreased in Amherst over the last month. But how have the surrounding areas fared when it comes to the recent volatility in apartment prices? Rent prices in 0 of the Amherst suburbs increased last month. On the other hand, 0 local areas experienced a decrease in the price of a one-bedroom apartment.

More key findings include:

  • Rents did not increase in any of the Amherst suburbs

  • Rents did not decrease in any of the Amherst suburbs.

March 2024 Pricing Trends: Amherst vs. National Comparisons

New York, NY
San Francisco, CA
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Amherst Rent Prices More Affordable Than Major Cities

Rent growth in Amherst over the past year has been declining. When compared to major cities nearby, along with some of the most expensive cities in the country, Amherst average rent prices appear to be relatively affordable for local residents.

The price for a Amherst one-bedroom apartment remains vastly more affordable than four of the largest cities in the United States — New York City, Washington, D.C. San Francisco and Los Angeles. And pricing compares quite similarly to nearby Midwest cities.

For more information about Amherst and surrounding area rent prices, take a look at the complete data set below.

Data set for Amherst and suburbs

1 BR March 1 BR M/M % Change 2 BR March 2 BR M/M % Change

Methodology

Each month, using over 1 million Rentable listings across the United States, we calculate the median 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom rent prices by city, state, and nation, and track the month-over-month percent change. To avoid small sample sizes, we restrict the analysis for our reports to cities meeting minimum population and property count thresholds.