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Rental Market Trends in Cleveland, OH

Updated August 2026

The average rent in Cleveland, OH is $1,383/month.

Rent in Cleveland is 17% lower than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,383/month

Average Rent

706 Sq Ft

Average Size

+2%

Change / Year

5,630

Available Apartments

Cleveland rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Cleveland average $1,206 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Cleveland average $1,383 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Cleveland average $1,746 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Cleveland average $2,167 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,206/month
471 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,383/month
706 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,746/month
1,025 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,167/month
1,305 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,086/month
397 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,289/month
824 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,584/month
1,006 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$1,966/month
1,170 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,256/month
420 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,334/month
776 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,700/month
883 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$2,029/month
1,090 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,138/month
1,111 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,035/month
1,440 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Cleveland, OH?

In the past year, rent has increased by 2%, which averages out to $28 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

August 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Cleveland, OH

August 2026
$700 - $1,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Cleveland, OH
Percentage*
Rent Range
12% Below $700/month
30% $700 - $1,000/month
28% $1,001 - $1,500/month
20% $1,501 - $2,000/month
10% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Cleveland?

Based on current rent prices, Euclid-Green, South Collinwood and Brooklyn-Centre are the most affordable neighborhoods in Cleveland.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Euclid-Green
$888/month
665 Sq Ft
South Collinwood
$888/month
644 Sq Ft
Brooklyn-Centre
$921/month
571 Sq Ft
Old Brooklyn
$939/month
582 Sq Ft
Cudell
$986/month
750 Sq Ft
West Cleveland
$1,027/month
662 Sq Ft
Woodland Hills
$1,073/month
668 Sq Ft
Edgewater
$1,080/month
667 Sq Ft
Kinsman
$1,115/month
681 Sq Ft
Buckeye-Shaker
$1,164/month
786 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Cleveland?

Based on current rent prices, Edgewater Park, Gordon Square Arts District and Detroit-Shoreway are the most expensive neighborhoods in Cleveland.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Edgewater Park
$2,572/month
833 Sq Ft
Gordon Square Arts District
$2,571/month
828 Sq Ft
Detroit-Shoreway
$2,040/month
729 Sq Ft
Tremont
$1,981/month
730 Sq Ft
East Bank Flats
$1,956/month
774 Sq Ft
Little Italy
$1,950/month
758 Sq Ft
West Bank
$1,881/month
781 Sq Ft
Ohio City
$1,852/month
772 Sq Ft
Hough
$1,833/month
690 Sq Ft
Fairfax
$1,818/month
609 Sq Ft

Which Cleveland neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Cleveland with the most apartments available are Downtown Cleveland, Ohio City and Public Square .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Cleveland
$1,762/month
757 Sq Ft
Ohio City
$1,852/month
772 Sq Ft
Public Square
$1,586/month
750 Sq Ft
Tremont
$1,981/month
730 Sq Ft
University Circle
$1,786/month
763 Sq Ft
Playhouse Square
$1,488/month
714 Sq Ft
East Bank Flats
$1,956/month
774 Sq Ft
Warehouse District
$1,665/month
839 Sq Ft
Gordon Square Arts District
$2,571/month
828 Sq Ft
West Cleveland
$1,027/month
662 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Cleveland, OH?

Because the average rent in Cleveland is $1,383, you’ll want to make about $4,610 per month or $55,320 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Cleveland, OH is 7.2% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Cleveland is 21.0% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,206 - $2,167. You can expect to pay 0.5% more for groceries, 8.8% less for utilities, and 6.1% less for transportation.

City

Cleveland, OH

5,630 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Cleveland, OH compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Cleveland, OH to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

Euclid-Green

Cleveland, OH

Edgewater Park

Cleveland, OH

Studio
-
$621/month
One Bedroom
$802/month
$832/month
Two Bedroom
$1,036/month
$1,085/month
Three Bedroom
-
-
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

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    Lakewood

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    East Cleveland

Apartment Communities in Cleveland We Think You'll Love

Belle Oaks Marketplace

Belle Oaks Marketplace

775 Richmond Rd,
Cleveland, OH 44143

1-2 Beds | $1,912 - $4,930

Euclid Grand

Euclid Grand

1101 Euclid Ave,
Cleveland, OH 44115

1-3 Beds | $1,240 - $3,492

Skyline On Stokes

Skyline On Stokes

2132 Stokes Blvd,
Cleveland, OH 44106

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,310 - $3,295

The Collins

The Collins

1957 Carter Rd,
Cleveland, OH 44113

Studio - 3 Beds | $1,360 - $5,106

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Cleveland?

The average rent in Cleveland is $1,383 per month, which is 16.8% lower than the national average of $1,663.

What is the average rent for a house in Cleveland?

The average rent for a house in Cleveland, OH is $1,584 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Cleveland?

The average rent for a townhome in Cleveland, OH is $1,138 per month.

What is the average rent for a condo in Cleveland?

The average rent for a condo in Cleveland, OH is $1,256 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Cleveland?

Rents in Cleveland, OH are increasing, with prices up 2.0% year-over-year and $28 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Cleveland?

In Cleveland, OH, 30% of apartments fall between $700 - $1,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

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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 June 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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