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Rental Market Trends in Delaware, OH

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Delaware, OH is $1,148/month.

Rent in Delaware is 31% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,148/month

Average Rent

684 Sq Ft

Average Size

+1.1%

Change / Year

325

Available Apartments

Delaware rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Delaware average $978 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Delaware average $1,148 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Delaware average $1,578 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Delaware average $1,590 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$978/month
378 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,148/month
684 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,578/month
1,101 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,590/month
1,195 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,464/month
846 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,204/month
1,476 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$2,766/month
2,202 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Delaware, OH?

In the past year, rent has increased by 1.1%, which averages out to $14 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Delaware, OH

September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Delaware, OH
Percentage*
Rent Range
2% Below $700/month
32% $700 - $1,000/month
42% $1,001 - $1,500/month
18% $1,501 - $2,000/month
5% Above $2,000/month

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

Because the average rent in Delaware is $1,148, you’ll want to make about $3,826 per month or $45,912 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.

City

Delaware, OH

325 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Delaware, 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

Compare Rent Trends Nearby

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

  • Lewis Center

    Lewis Center

    Avg Rent: $1,359/month

  • Powell

    Powell

    Avg Rent: $1,264/month

  • Sunbury

    Sunbury

    Avg Rent: $1,246/month

Apartment Communities in Delaware We Think You'll Love

Troy Farms

Troy Farms

124 Lippazon Way,
Delaware, OH 43015

1-2 Beds | $1,217 - $2,537

Redwood Delaware Addison Farms

Redwood Delaware Addison Farms

60 Gooseberry Dr,
Delaware, OH 43015

2 Beds | $1,799 - $2,499

Seattle House

Seattle House

1 Kerry Park Cir,
Delaware, OH 43015

1-2 Beds | $1,195 - $1,395

Village Gates of Delaware

Village Gates of Delaware

1 Village Gate Blvd,
Delaware, OH 43015

1-3 Beds | $1,225 - $1,750

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Delaware?

The average rent in Delaware is $1,148 per month, which is 31.0% lower than the national average of $1,664.

What is the average rent for a house in Delaware?

The average rent for a house in Delaware, OH is $2,204 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Delaware?

Rents in Delaware, OH are increasing, with prices up 1.1% year-over-year and $14 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Delaware?

In Delaware, OH, 42% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/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 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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