Housing is expensive whether you rent or buy. For some, renting seems like the most sensible option while they spend years saving up for the down payment. Yet renting can also cost a hefty amount in many areas, especially in major cities, with renters spending far more than the national average. In some cases, year-long residents face an expensive lease or an even more expensive purchase price. In others, well-off renters may sign leases for vacation homes in tourist spots.
Each year, RentHop finds the 100 most expensive zip codes across the country and ranks them from most to least expensive based on the median two-bedroom rent. In the past, our annual index included zip codes with luxury seasonal rentals, such as Snowmass, Aspen, and the Hamptons. To reflect the true cost renters face, we now exclude furnished and seasonal rentals. This year, we analyzed over 2.6 million rental listings to find the most expensive rental zip codes in 2025. Are you renting in one of these pricey areas?
Key Findings
- 10007 in New York, NY, is the most expensive zip code in the country. The median two-bedroom has a monthly rent of $9,489 with one-bedroom rent coming in at $6,500.
- The most expensive zip codes reside in nine states across the country. 46 reside in New York, 35 in California, and 7 in Massachusetts.
- One zip code in Washington, DC made the Top 100 list this year. 20037 is the 97th most expensive zip code in the country, with a two-bedroom median rent of $4,500 per month.
- New York City remains the most expensive city for renters, with 46 zip codes across the metro area on the list. Tribeca ($9,489), Battery Park City ($8,850), Upper West Side, and Riverside Park South ($8,560) are some of the most expensive zip codes in the country.
- Los Angeles, CA has 23 of the most expensive zip codes. The city is still the second most expensive for renters, with the 90067 zip code on the Top 10 List. The median two-bedroom rent here increased to $8,325 this year.
- Boston is the third most expensive city, with seven zip codes on the list. These zip codes are in sought-after neighborhoods like Downtown Boston (02110).
10 Most Expensive Rental Zip Codes in the U.S.
1. New York, NY (10007)
10007 in New York, NY, is the most expensive rental zip code in America. The two-bedroom rent goes for $9,489 a month this year, with median one-bedroom rent sitting at $6,500. TriBeCa has converted loft spaces that showcase modern luxury with neighborhood charm.
2. New York, NY (10282)
The second most expensive zip code in the country is 10282 in New York, NY. The waterfront location of Battery Park City is highly sought after. This year, the median two-bedroom rent hit $8,850, and the median one-bedroom rent is $6,500.
3. New York, NY (10069)
10069 in New York, NY, gives you proximity to Central Park and an unbeatable view of the Hudson River. This year, it’s the third most expensive zip code nationwide, where the one-bedroom rent is $4,950 and the two-bedroom rent is $8,560.
4. Boston, MA (02110)
02110 in Boston, MA, covers Downtown, while also being close to the popular North End. The median two-bedroom rent is $8,498.
5. Southlake, TX (76092)
Coming in fifth on our list is 76092 in Southlake, TX, which resides between Dallas and Fort Worth. Renters can expect to spend a whopping $8,480 monthly on a two-bedroom apartment in this area.
6. Los Angeles, CA (90067)
90067 in Los Angeles remains in the Top 10. The median two-bedroom is $8,325 as the Century City neighborhood continues to appeal to renters in the area. Located near Beverly Hills and West L.A., the area includes plenty of expensive properties.
7. New York, NY (10023)
10023 in New York, NY, made its way onto the Top 10 List this year, coming in seventh place. The median two-bedroom goes for $8,300 as the Upper West Side neighborhood continues to appeal to renters in the area. Located near Central Park and the Lincoln Center, the area includes plenty of expensive properties.
8. New York, NY (10001)
The New York, NY zip code of 10001 is the eighth most expensive spot this year, with a median two-bedroom rent of $8,200. This Chelsea neighborhood provides its residents quick access to Penn Station and Madison Square Garden.
9. New York, NY (10013)
With a median two-bedroom rent of $7,795 a month, 10013 in New York, NY, is the ninth most expensive rental zip code of the year.. The zip code encompasses the TriBeCa and SoHo area, which include many attractions including Washington Square Park and the 9/11 Memorial.
10. New York, NY (10011)
10011, yet another zip code in Manhattan, New York, rounded out our Top 10 list this year. Chelsea serves as a prime location near The Village and Meatpacking District. The median two-bedroom rent in this zip code is $7,795.
Most Expensive Zip Codes Come From Only 9 States
This year, the 100 most expensive zip codes come from eight states and Washington, DC. New York has the highest number of expensive zip codes, with 46. Following New York, California comes in second with 35 zip codes, followed by Massachusetts with seven zip codes. New Jersey has four. Connecticut, Florida, and Texas all have two. Nevada and Washington, DC both have 1 zip code in the top 100.
The concentration spread out includes Washington, DC. 20037 in Washington, DC, has a median two-bedroom rent of $4,500 this year due to higher demand and constricted inventory.
New York City is the Most Expensive City for Renters
New York City is still the most expensive city nationwide for renters, with seven zip codes in the Top Ten List this year. Overall, 43 of the most expensive 100 zip codes reside in New York. Around 75%, or 32, of those zip codes reside in Manhattan, which has notoriously expensive real estate across most neighborhoods.
Brooklyn remains expensive for renters and has nine zip codes on the list. Many of the zip codes reside in sought-after northwest neighborhoods like Williamsburg, Greenpoint, and Boerum Hill. In this area, renters can expect to spend at least $5,000 on a two-bedroom apartment. Popular new builds and renovated townhouses with outdoor space continue to attract renters with Manhattan budgets, further driving up prices.
Queens has two zip codes on the list this year, 11109 and 11101. Hunters Point, 11109, resides on the water and boasts modern units in buildings with plenty of amenities. Renters in this area can quickly commute into Manhattan, making these units highly sought after. The median two-bedroom rent in this zip code decreased slightly to $6,110 this year.
Los Angeles Rents Are Still Pricey
23 of the most expensive zip codes reside in Los Angeles this year. The rental market has not significantly cooled off year over year, and Los Angeles was no exception.
The city’s expensive zip codes include areas like 90265 (Malibu) with a median two-bedroom rent of $6,220. The popular Beverly Hills zip code of 90210 also made the rankings this year. The median two-bedroom rent in this zip code is $5,650.
Rents Remain High in Boston
Boston is still one of the most expensive cities for renters. The expensive zip codes reside in popular areas like the Back Bay, also one of the country’s most costly zip codes for buying property. Residents in this area can expect to pay $5,500 for a monthly two-bedroom apartment. Other zip codes include 02210 in South Boston and 02108 in Beacon Hill.
Methodology
This RentHop report showcases the most expensive zip codes in the U.S. for renting a home. Data was collected from RentHop’s national rental database, which included over 2.6 million active rental listings during the period between January 1, 2025, and November 15, 2025.
To produce the ranking, the median rent for a two-bedroom and one-bedroom unit was found for every zip code in the country. Results were sorted by two-bedroom price from most expensive to least, as this unit type was the most common across all zip codes. In the result of a tie, a zip code’s one-bedroom rent was used as a tie-break.
This report includes only residential rental listings. Any listings classified as sales or commercial rentals were excluded from the analysis. We also removed any seasonal and short-term only rentals to factor in the inflated prices in certain zip codes with a high volume of vacation home rental supply. This allows our index to better reflect what an average American renter has to pay for a long-term rental in those zip codes. Any listings with invalid zip codes, including single-building zips in New York City, were excluded, as well.
For more information on our methodology or to contact our data team, please email press@renthop.com.
