High housing costs are forcing young adults to move back home with parents
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High housing costs are forcing young adults to move back home with parents
Wondering why young adults are moving back home?
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Here’s an up-to-date breakdown of Boston housing costs as of mid‑2025:
Rent Costs (As of Mid‑2025)
Average Rental Prices
Zillow (June 30, 2025):
Average rent: $3,342/month, compared to $2,069 nationally (up 2.7% year-over-year)
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Apartments.com (September 2025):
Average rent: $3,517/month (about 115% higher than U.S. average)
By unit type:
Studio: ~$2,924/month (483 ft²)
1‑Bedroom: ~$3,517/month (695 ft²)
2‑Bedroom: ~$4,453/month (965 ft²)
3‑Bedroom: ~$5,900/month
Apartments.com
RentCafe (July 2025):
Average rent: $3,810/month (avg. apartment: 793 ft²)
RentCafe
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Rent by Neighborhood (RentCafe data)
| Neighborhood | Avg. Rent |
|---|---|
| Back Bay | $4,911 |
| Downtown / Financial District | $4,700 |
| South Boston | $4,356 |
| Mattapan (most affordable) | $2,365 |
| Roxbury | $2,252 |
Inflation appears to be slowing, as the Consumer Price Index fell to 6.5% in December. But the price of some items– like eggs– is skyrocketing. The high cost of housing is also having an impact on young people, forcing many to move home with their parents
Boston Real Estate Blog Updated 2023