The Marcum
115 Dayton St,
Hamilton, OH 45011
$1,250 - $1,950
1-3 Beds
Rental Market Trends in Hamilton, OH
What is the average rent in Hamilton, OH?
$1,055/month
Average Rent
666 Sq Ft
Average Apartment Size
+5.1%
Increase in the Last Year
As of March 2026, the average rent in Hamilton, OH is $1,055 per month. This is 35% lower than the national average rent of $1,626/month, making renting in Hamilton more affordable than most cities in the US. When you rent an apartment in Hamilton, you can expect to pay about per month for a studio, $1,055 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $1,334 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $1,529 or more.
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How much has average rent changed in Hamilton, OH?
In the past year, rent has increased by 5.1%, which averages out to $54 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
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Rent Ranges in Hamilton, OH
Last Updated March 2026
Below $701
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
38%
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22%
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25%
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12%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
2%
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Rent by Neighborhood
Last Updated Today
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Hamilton?
Based on current rent prices, The Heights at Knollwood Crossing and North Cincinnati" are the most affordable neighborhoods in Hamilton.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Hamilton?
Based on current rent prices, North Cincinnati and The Heights at Knollwood Crossing" are the most expensive neighborhoods in Hamilton.
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Which Hamilton neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Hamilton with the most apartments available are North Cincinnati and The Heights at Knollwood Crossing" .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Hamilton, OH?
Because the average rent in Hamilton is $1,055, you’ll want to make about $3,516 per month or $42,192 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.
How does Hamilton, OH compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Hamilton, 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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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 February 2026.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.