Average Rent in Ohio

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Current Versus Historical Ohio Rents

Ohio rentals average $800 for a studio rental to $1,685 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $1,061, 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 $101 (-10.60%) year-over-year from $951 to $850. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $422 (-32.50%) year-over-year from $1,299 to $877. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $56 (-4.71%) year-over-year from $1,179 to $1,124. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $122 (8.85%) year-over-year from $1,378 to $1,500. 4-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $103 (-4.58%) year-over-year from $2,253 to $2,150. 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 6.25% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 2.29% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 11.50% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 15.46% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 30.32% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Oct 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$15.95	$850	$951 (-10.60%)	$968 (-12.22%)
1 BR	$17.81	$877	$1,299 (-32.50%)	$908 (-3.45%)
2 BR	$14.80	$1,124	$1,179 (-4.71%)	$1,058 (6.16%)
3 BR	$14.03	$1,500	$1,378 (8.85%)	$1,326 (13.14%)
4+ BR	$13.94	$2,150	$2,253 (-4.58%)	$2,417 (-11.03%)

Historical Rents in Ohio

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Top Cities Near Ohio

There are a total of 47 cities nearby Ohio. The average rent in Ohio is currently $2,050 per month. A total of 3 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Toledo, OH, with an average rent of $800, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Ohio is McLean, VA. Monthly rents here are on average $4,995 per month.

Let's compare Ohio's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in Ohio is 43.75% more affordable than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 84.36% more affordable. Two bedrooms in Ohio are about 82.17% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 80.73% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 47 total cities near Ohio in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Toledo, OH	$595	$712	$778	$800
Dayton, OH	$775	$800	$950	$995
Lexington-Fayette, KY	$979	$832	$989	$1,024
Cleveland, OH	$945	$1,023	$995	$1,099
Cincinnati, OH	$963	$898	$1,125	$1,123
Indianapolis, IN	$742	$837	$1,350	$1,199
Columbus, OH	$850	$1,089	$1,275	$1,213
Detroit, MI	$10,000	$815	$1,100	$1,350
Pittsburgh, PA	$750	$1,295	$1,600	$1,750
Ann Arbor, MI	$1,295	$1,550	$1,900	$1,800

Top Neighborhoods Near Ohio

There are a total of 91 neighborhoods in or near Ohio. Some of these neighborhoods include Edgewater, North Philadelphia West, and Avenue of the Arts North. We've included the top 30 neighborhoods out of 91 total neighborhoods in or near Ohio in the following table.

The average rent for these 30 neighborhoods in or near Ohio is currently around $2,225 per month. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than Ohio's average rent, which is only $1,061. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Ohio, Logan - Ogontz - Fern Rock has the most affordable average rent at $1,388 per month. Whereas, at $6,150 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
Edgewater, Chicago, IL	$1,347	$1,600	$2,465	$1,650
North Philadelphia West, Philadelphia, PA	$950	$1,245	$1,450	$1,673
Avenue of the Arts North, Philadelphia, PA	$1,565	$1,662	$2,333	$1,675
Rogers Park, Chicago, IL	$1,341	$1,450	$1,995	$1,750
Kensington, Philadelphia, PA	$1,348	$1,528	$1,900	$1,800
North Philadelphia East, Philadelphia, PA	$1,300	$1,846	$1,656	$1,800
Uptown, Chicago, IL	$1,381	$1,810	$2,500	$1,913
Point Breeze, Philadelphia, PA	$1,260	$1,398	$1,900	$1,950
Northern Liberties - Fishtown, Philadelphia, PA	$1,388	$1,750	$2,358	$1,995
Manayunk, Philadelphia, PA	$1,240	$1,595	$1,923	$2,000
Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA	$1,545	$1,895	$2,800	$2,077
Avenue of the Arts South, Philadelphia, PA	$1,386	$2,026	$3,028	$2,099
Fairmount - Art Museum, Philadelphia, PA	$1,533	$1,800	$2,495	$2,100
Center City East, Philadelphia, PA	$1,348	$2,116	$2,895	$2,125
Ravenswood, Chicago, IL	$1,400	$1,913	$2,673	$2,250
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA	$1,677	$2,204	$3,463	$2,250
Bella Vista - Southwark, Philadelphia, PA	$1,575	$1,650	$2,564	$2,250
Center City West, Philadelphia, PA	$1,488	$2,255	$3,670	$2,295
Logan Square, Chicago, IL	$1,595	$2,073	$2,495	$2,368
Foggy Bottom - GWU - West End, Washington, DC	$1,950	$2,400	$5,250	$2,400
University City, Philadelphia, PA	$1,152	$2,489	$3,206	$2,459
Lakeview, Chicago, IL	$1,505	$2,295	$3,000	$2,490
Capitol Hill, Washington, DC	$1,654	$2,000	$3,000	$2,600
Cathedral - Wesley Heights - McLean Gardens, Washington, DC	$1,800	$2,575	$4,175	$2,742
Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL	$1,850	$2,750	$3,998	$2,750
Logan Circle - Shaw, Washington, DC	$1,775	$2,100	$4,000	$2,850
South Loop, Chicago, IL	$2,278	$2,650	$3,481	$2,900
Columbia Heights, Washington, DC	$1,525	$1,825	$3,100	$2,973
Near North Side, Chicago, IL	$2,318	$2,800	$4,131	$3,015
DePaul, Chicago, IL	$2,312	$2,695	$3,600	$3,857

Top Counties Near Ohio

There are a total of 47 counties located by Ohio. Some of these counties include Dayton, OH, Fayette, KY, and Cleveland, OH. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,300. That's roughly around $18 per sqft. A total of 2 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Dayton, OH. Its average rent per month is $995. 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 56.25% more affordable than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in Ohio is 73.18% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in Ohio is 80.27% more affordable than other counties nearby. We've listed the top 10 counties in the table below.

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Dayton, OH	$775	$800	$950	$995
Fayette, KY	$979	$832	$989	$1,024
Cleveland, OH	$945	$1,023	$995	$1,099
Cincinnati, OH	$963	$898	$1,125	$1,123
Columbus, OH	$850	$1,089	$1,275	$1,213
Detroit, MI	$10,000	$815	$1,100	$1,350
Rockingham, VA	$1,150	$995	$1,350	$1,650
Pittsburgh, PA	$750	$1,295	$1,600	$1,750
Ann Arbor, MI	$1,295	$1,550	$1,900	$1,800
Frederick, VA	$1,900	$1,500	$1,600	$2,100

Top Zipcodes Near Ohio

There are a total of 48 zipcodes in or near Ohio. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,425.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,573. 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 $1,973 per month. Or in other words, $35 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $2,679 per month. Which comes out to $31 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	$1,545	$2,195	$3,098	$2,400
19103, Philadelphia, PA	$1,721	$2,412	$3,773	$2,561
19104, Philadelphia, PA	$1,156	$1,500	$1,750	$1,695
20016, Washington, DC	$1,800	$2,575	$4,188	$2,835
19130, Philadelphia, PA	$1,481	$1,800	$2,405	$2,030
60613, Chicago, IL	$1,500	$2,298	$2,895	$2,500
19123, Philadelphia, PA	$1,475	$2,075	$2,500	$2,150
43201, Columbus, OH	$838	$1,123	$1,295	$1,395
60614, Chicago, IL	$1,895	$2,700	$3,973	$2,817
20001, Washington, DC	$2,010	$2,319	$3,275	$3,000

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 $1,061. 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 $800 and an average price per square feet of $15.95. There are a total of 50 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 $895 and an average price per square feet of $17.81. There are a total of 352 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 $1,029 and an average price per square feet of $14.80. There are a total of 354 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 -0.11%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.32%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.05%, 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 $849/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.