Average Rent in Ohio

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Current Versus Historical Ohio Rents

Ohio rentals average $795 for a studio rental to $1,600 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $997, or roughly $15 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in October 2026, median rents have fallen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $138 (-14.55%) year-over-year from $951 to $813. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $639 (-49.20%) year-over-year from $1,299 to $660. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $160 (-13.53%) year-over-year from $1,179 to $1,020. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $122 (8.85%) year-over-year from $1,378 to $1,500. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $119 (5.30%) year-over-year from $2,253 to $2,373. Note that this figure includes all active and rented listings throughout the month.

Month-to-month, seasonality might have a bigger impact than overall trend price changes. Studio rents have gone up by 3.17% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 15.92% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 4.23% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 15.53% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 37.62% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Oct 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$18.22	$813	$951 (-14.55%)	$968 (-16.09%)
1 BR	$17.95	$660	$1,299 (-49.20%)	$908 (-27.34%)
2 BR	$14.45	$1,020	$1,179 (-13.53%)	$1,058 (-3.67%)
3 BR	$13.96	$1,500	$1,378 (8.85%)	$1,326 (13.14%)
4+ BR	$13.68	$2,373	$2,253 (5.30%)	$2,417 (-1.83%)

Historical Rents in Ohio

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Top Cities Near Ohio

There are a total of 45 cities nearby Ohio. The average rent in Ohio is currently $2,050 per month. Our records show that Cleveland, OH, with an average rent of $1,029, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Ohio is McLean, VA. Monthly rents here are on average $5,200 per month.

Let's compare Ohio's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in Ohio is 25.47% more affordable than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 87.37% more affordable. Two bedrooms in Ohio are about 82.50% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 92.31% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 45 total cities near Ohio in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Cleveland, OH	$795	$800	$985	$1,029
Lexington-Fayette, KY	$979	$850	$1,024	$1,075
Cincinnati, OH	$750	$898	$1,124	$1,080
Columbus, OH	$840	$1,075	$1,195	$1,125
Indianapolis, IN	$825	$795	$1,350	$1,154
Detroit, MI	N/A	$800	$1,098	$1,300
Harrisonburg, VA	$895	$995	$1,300	$1,600
Winchester, VA	$1,600	$1,275	$1,575	$1,700
Pittsburgh, PA	$888	$1,325	$1,600	$1,750
Ann Arbor, MI	$1,425	$1,613	$1,900	$1,950

Top Neighborhoods Near Ohio

There are a total of 84 neighborhoods in or near Ohio. Some of these neighborhoods include North Philadelphia West, Edgewater, and Avenue of the Arts North. We've included the top 30 neighborhoods out of 84 total neighborhoods in or near Ohio in the following table.

The average rent for these 30 neighborhoods in or near Ohio is currently around $2,113 per month. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than Ohio's average rent, which is only $997. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Ohio, Logan - Ogontz - Fern Rock has the most affordable average rent at $1,375 per month. Whereas, at $4,900 average rent per month, North Buckhead is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Ohio. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
North Philadelphia West, Philadelphia, PA	$1,295	$1,200	$1,450	$1,600
Edgewater, Chicago, IL	$1,313	$1,600	$2,500	$1,619
Avenue of the Arts North, Philadelphia, PA	$1,525	$1,662	$1,988	$1,679
Kensington, Philadelphia, PA	$1,198	$1,525	$1,895	$1,763
Rogers Park, Chicago, IL	$1,325	$1,450	$2,000	$1,765
North Philadelphia East, Philadelphia, PA	$1,300	$1,900	$1,650	$1,800
Uptown, Chicago, IL	$1,350	$1,725	$2,500	$1,900
Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA	$1,545	$1,884	$2,850	$1,975
Manayunk, Philadelphia, PA	$1,240	$1,598	$1,895	$1,995
Point Breeze, Philadelphia, PA	$1,251	$1,400	$1,900	$2,000
Northern Liberties - Fishtown, Philadelphia, PA	$1,398	$1,750	$2,365	$2,030
Fairmount - Art Museum, Philadelphia, PA	$1,516	$1,830	$2,400	$2,095
Avenue of the Arts South, Philadelphia, PA	$1,350	$2,028	$3,028	$2,101
Center City East, Philadelphia, PA	$1,358	$2,125	$2,803	$2,125
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA	$1,674	$2,195	$3,463	$2,243
Ravenswood, Chicago, IL	$1,418	$1,900	$2,673	$2,250
Center City West, Philadelphia, PA	$1,480	$2,244	$3,635	$2,290
Bella Vista - Southwark, Philadelphia, PA	$1,575	$1,650	$2,500	$2,325
Foggy Bottom - GWU - West End, Washington, DC	$1,960	$2,400	$5,250	$2,385
Lakeview, Chicago, IL	$1,520	$2,195	$3,195	$2,395
Logan Square, Chicago, IL	$1,595	$2,050	$2,490	$2,395
University City, Philadelphia, PA	$1,160	$2,477	$3,085	$2,454
Capitol Hill, Washington, DC	$1,601	$2,225	$3,000	$2,600
Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL	$1,850	$2,660	$3,950	$2,695
Cathedral - Wesley Heights - McLean Gardens, Washington, DC	$1,879	$2,620	$4,175	$2,767
South Loop, Chicago, IL	$2,102	$2,359	$3,300	$2,800
Columbia Heights, Washington, DC	$1,525	$1,850	$3,075	$2,898
Near North Side, Chicago, IL	$2,150	$2,620	$4,000	$2,942
Logan Circle - Shaw, Washington, DC	$1,795	$2,275	$4,000	$3,088
DePaul, Chicago, IL	$1,800	$2,598	$3,600	$3,800

Top Counties Near Ohio

There are a total of 46 counties located by Ohio. Some of these counties include Cleveland, OH, Fayette, KY, and Cincinnati, OH. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,325. That's roughly around $18 per sqft. The county that is the most affordable is Cleveland, OH. Its average rent per month is $1,029. Vice versa, with an average rent of $3,200, Loudoun, VA is the most expensive county by Ohio.

Typically, rent for studios in Ohio is 45.41% more affordable than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in Ohio is 80.84% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in Ohio is 88.10% more affordable than other counties nearby. We've listed the top 10 counties in the table below.

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Cleveland, OH	$795	$800	$985	$1,029
Fayette, KY	$979	$850	$1,024	$1,075
Cincinnati, OH	$750	$898	$1,124	$1,080
Columbus, OH	$840	$1,075	$1,195	$1,125
Detroit, MI	N/A	$800	$1,098	$1,300
Rockingham, VA	$895	$995	$1,350	$1,610
Pittsburgh, PA	$888	$1,325	$1,600	$1,750
Ann Arbor, MI	$1,425	$1,613	$1,900	$1,950
Frederick, VA	$1,600	$1,400	$1,600	$2,000
Loudoun, VA	$1,075	$1,900	$2,500	$3,200

Top Zipcodes Near Ohio

There are a total of 48 zipcodes in or near Ohio. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,378.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,560. That's at least $40 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near Ohio is $1,959 per month. Or in other words, $34 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $2,713 per month. Which comes out to $30 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in Ohio. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
60657, Chicago, IL	$1,505	$2,095	$3,125	$2,295
19103, Philadelphia, PA	$1,721	$2,412	$3,750	$2,578
19104, Philadelphia, PA	$1,152	$1,410	$1,745	$1,675
20016, Washington, DC	$1,800	$2,612	$4,188	$2,832
19130, Philadelphia, PA	$1,481	$1,812	$2,400	$1,995
60613, Chicago, IL	$1,530	$2,273	$3,000	$2,595
19123, Philadelphia, PA	$1,480	$1,967	$2,448	$2,100
43201, Columbus, OH	$825	$1,025	$1,335	$1,295
60614, Chicago, IL	$1,850	$2,648	$3,950	$2,800
20001, Washington, DC	$2,010	$2,350	$3,395	$3,100

Frequently Asked Questions - Ohio Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Ohio?

The average monthly rental price for Ohio apartments for rent is approximately $997. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do Ohio rent prices drop in winter?

Yes! On average we see a 3.4% drop in rental prices between the peak summer months and the slower winter months. With the added bonus of decreased competition from other renters looking to move, winter is generally considered the best time of the year to find an apartment for rent in Ohio.

How much is a studio apartment in Ohio?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $795 and an average price per square feet of $18.22. There are a total of 64 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in Ohio.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in Ohio?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $835 and an average price per square feet of $17.95. There are a total of 323 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Ohio.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in Ohio?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $1,000 and an average price per square feet of $14.45. There are a total of 347 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Ohio.

How have rent prices in Ohio changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in Ohio can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.15%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.49%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.14%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.09% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in Ohio?

A reasonable rent price in Ohio is around $797/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.