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Rental Market Trends in Cleveland, OH

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Cleveland, OH is $1,374/month.

Rent in Cleveland is 17% lower than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,374/month

Average Rent

705 Sq Ft

Average Size

+1.5%

Change / Year

4,543

Available Apartments

Cleveland rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Cleveland average $1,197 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Cleveland average $1,374 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Cleveland average $1,743 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Cleveland average $2,160 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,197/month
470 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,374/month
705 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,743/month
1,023 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,160/month
1,289 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,175/month
261 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,230/month
747 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,607/month
1,023 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$1,882/month
1,175 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,277/month
522 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,263/month
809 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,500/month
890 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$1,348/month
1,065 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,115/month
950 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,605/month
1,220 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$2,179/month
1,018 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Cleveland, OH?

In the past year, rent has increased by 1.5%, which averages out to $21 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Cleveland, OH

September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Cleveland, OH
Percentage*
Rent Range
12% Below $700/month
28% $700 - $1,000/month
30% $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, Cudell, South Collinwood and Brooklyn-Centre are the most affordable neighborhoods in Cleveland.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Cudell
$835/month
653 Sq Ft
South Collinwood
$863/month
483 Sq Ft
Brooklyn-Centre
$932/month
526 Sq Ft
Brookside
$949/month
636 Sq Ft
Old Brooklyn
$953/month
564 Sq Ft
West Cleveland
$1,030/month
640 Sq Ft
Edgewater
$1,084/month
650 Sq Ft
Buckeye-Shaker
$1,106/month
644 Sq Ft
Woodland Hills
$1,109/month
690 Sq Ft
Kinsman
$1,157/month
696 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Cleveland?

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

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Gordon Square Arts District
$2,443/month
835 Sq Ft
Edgewater Park
$2,364/month
829 Sq Ft
Detroit-Shoreway
$2,095/month
761 Sq Ft
East Bank Flats
$1,969/month
778 Sq Ft
Tremont
$1,967/month
739 Sq Ft
Fairfax
$1,932/month
629 Sq Ft
Little Italy
$1,882/month
821 Sq Ft
West Side Market
$1,878/month
729 Sq Ft
West Bank
$1,854/month
786 Sq Ft
Ohio City
$1,849/month
775 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
$1,734/month
758 Sq Ft
Ohio City
$1,849/month
775 Sq Ft
Public Square
$1,578/month
749 Sq Ft
Tremont
$1,967/month
739 Sq Ft
University Circle
$1,744/month
770 Sq Ft
Playhouse Square
$1,489/month
709 Sq Ft
East Bank Flats
$1,969/month
778 Sq Ft
West Cleveland
$1,030/month
640 Sq Ft
Warehouse District
$1,661/month
851 Sq Ft
Gordon Square Arts District
$2,443/month
835 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 $1,374, you’ll want to make about $4,580 per month or $54,960 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 $1,197 - $2,160. You can expect to pay 0.5% more for groceries, 8.8% less for utilities, and 6.1% less for transportation.

City

Cleveland, OH

4,543 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

Cudell

Cleveland, OH

Gordon Square Arts District

Cleveland, OH

Studio
$838/month
$1,466/month
One Bedroom
$968/month
$2,009/month
Two Bedroom
$1,227/month
$2,809/month
Three Bedroom
$1,524/month
$6,559/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

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

  • Brooklyn

    Brooklyn

    Avg Rent: $891/month

  • Lakewood

    Lakewood

    Avg Rent: $1,031/month

  • East Cleveland

    East Cleveland

    Avg Rent: $639/month

  • Cleveland Heights

    Cleveland Heights

    Avg Rent: $1,102/month

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 | $1,275 - $3,492

Triton at the Flats

Triton at the Flats

1960 Carter Rd,
Cleveland, OH 44113

Studio - 3 Beds | $1,675 - $3,800

Skyline On Stokes

Skyline On Stokes

2132 Stokes Blvd,
Cleveland, OH 44106

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,310 - $3,261

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Cleveland?

The average rent in Cleveland is $1,374 per month, which is 17.5% lower than the national average of $1,665.

What is the average rent for a house in Cleveland?

The average rent for a house in Cleveland, OH is $1,607 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Cleveland?

The average rent for a townhome in Cleveland, OH is $1,115 per month.

What is the average rent for a condo in Cleveland?

The average rent for a condo in Cleveland, OH is $1,277 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Cleveland?

Rents in Cleveland, OH are increasing, with prices up 1.5% year-over-year and $21 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Cleveland?

In Cleveland, OH, 30% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Ohio Cleveland Rental Trends

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 September 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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