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Toledo, OH

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Big small-town character is a highlight of this waterfront city.

Affordable Waterfront Close-knit Diverse

Living in Toledo combines waterfront living along the Maumee River with rich historical heritage. Known as "The Glass City" due to its glass manufacturing legacy, Toledo features housing options from preserved Victorian homes in the Old West End district to apartments in the Warehouse District. The University of Toledo campus area and the Toledo Museum of Art, home to an impressive glass pavilion, contribute to the city's educational and cultural landscape. Current rental trends show moderate increases, with average one-bedroom apartments renting for $794, reflecting a 2.6% annual increase, while two-bedroom units average $965, up 3.7% from the previous year.

The city's extensive Metroparks system spans 12,000 acres, offering outdoor recreation opportunities throughout the area. Toledo's distinct neighborhoods include the architecturally significant Old West End and the waterfront community of Point Place. Downtown Toledo's ongoing revitalization has preserved historic buildings while adding new dining and entertainment options. The city's position as a major Great Lakes port - the fifth-busiest on the Great Lakes - continues to drive economic activity. Local history buffs appreciate the story of the "Toledo War," an 1835-1836 boundary dispute with Michigan that resulted in Toledo becoming part of Ohio.

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Building in Toledo

Sailboat on Lake Erie

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Toledo, OH is $660 for a studio, $810 for one bedroom, $975 for two bedrooms, and $1,142 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Toledo has increased by 2.7% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$810/month
636 Sq Ft
House
$1,239/month
1,112 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,080/month
810 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,183/month
1,031 Sq Ft
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Cost of Living

The cost of living in Toledo, OH is 1.7% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Toledo is 7.3% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $660 - $1,142. You can expect to pay 0.6% less for groceries, 0.4% less for utilities, and 5.8% less for transportation.

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Transportation

53

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

47

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Beverly Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-8

536 Students

Elmhurst Elementary School

Public

Grades K-8

382 Students

Ottawa Hills Elementary School

Public

Grades K-6

560 Students

Stranahan Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

528 Students

Whiteford Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

403 Students

Ottawa Hills High School

Public

Grades 7-12

517 Students

Toledo Early College High School

Public

Grades 7-12

334 Students

Beverly Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-8

536 Students

Elmhurst Elementary School

Public

Grades K-8

382 Students

Toledo Technology Academy High School

Public

Grades 7-12

311 Students

Ottawa Hills High School

Public

Grades 7-12

517 Students

Toledo Early College High School

Public

Grades 7-12

334 Students

Toledo Technology Academy High School

Public

Grades 7-12

311 Students

Whitmer High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,247 Students

Bowsher High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,240 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Jermain Park
  • Ottawa Park
  • Jermain Meadow Nature Area
  • Ritter Planetarium and Brooks Observatory
  • Imagination Station of Toledo

Commuter Rail

Airports

  • Eugene F Kranz Toledo Express

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.