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9 Saltworks Ln

45 Central Ave
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11 Summer St

179 Little Sandy Pond Rd

13 F Hideaway Rd
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590 Craigville Beach Rd
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Barnstable?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barnstable 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,372 | $1,850 | $10,000+ |
| Barnstable 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,480 | $1,850 | $10,000+ |
| Barnstable 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,175 | $2,500 | $10,000+ |
| Barnstable 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $12,316 | $3,450 | $10,000+ |
| Barnstable 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $23,250 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Barnstable Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Barnstable, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Regency in the Downtown New Bedford neighborhood priced from $1,585. Flats on 473 Main Street in the Captain's Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Barnstable apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Regency | Spacious 3rd floor 1 bed/1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,585 |
| Flats on 473 Main Street | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| Enby Gardens | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Barnstable, MA and Nearby
As of June 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Barnstable area is the $2.21 price per square foot 2 BR, 2BA Model at Star Mill Lofts in the starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Barnstable apartment is the Retreat Model at The Oasis at Plymouth starting at $3,100 with a $2.70 price per square foot in the South Shore Plymouth neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Barnstable apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Star Mill Lofts | 2 BR, 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.21 |
| The Oasis at Plymouth | Retreat | 2BR,2BA | $2.70 |
| The Point at Kingston | B3B Millway | 2BR,2BA | $2.72 |
| The Lofts at Wamsutta Place | 1BR 1 Bath NORTH-N413 | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Pointe 1620 | C | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| WOODLAND COVE | WC II 2BR-B | 2BR,2BA | $2.26 |
| Enby Gardens | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| 255 Stevens St, Unit 1 | 255 Stevens St | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| 35 Rosebrook | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| Welby Park Estates | The Colonial | 2BR,1BA | $2.73 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Barnstable?
There are currently 115 Apartments for Rent in Barnstable, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,585 to $5,356. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Barnstable ranging from $1,850 to $32,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Barnstable?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Barnstable ranges from $1,850 to $32,500 with an average monthly rent of $12,206.
Expert Rental Resources
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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
Written by: Robin Stewart
Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.