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Rental Market Trends in Johnson City, TN

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Johnson City, TN is $1,033/month.

Rent in Johnson City is 38% lower than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,033/month

Average Rent

657 Sq Ft

Average Size

+2.8%

Change / Year

513

Available Apartments

Johnson City rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Johnson City average $698 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Johnson City average $1,033 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Johnson City average $1,240 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Johnson City average $1,722 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$698/month
333 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,033/month
657 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,240/month
988 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,722/month
1,328 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,438/month
1,058 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,173/month
1,682 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$3,027/month
2,879 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,807/month
1,409 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,858/month
1,230 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,184/month
761 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Johnson City, TN?

In the past year, rent has increased by 2.8%, which averages out to $29 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Johnson City, TN

July 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Johnson City, TN
Percentage*
Rent Range
16% Below $700/month
30% $700 - $1,000/month
44% $1,001 - $1,500/month
8% $1,501 - $2,000/month
1% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

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What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Johnson City?

Based on current rent prices, Downtown Johnson City is the most affordable neighborhood in Johnson City.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Johnson City
$1,459/month
750 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Johnson City?

Based on current rent prices, Downtown Johnson City is the most expensive neighborhood in Johnson City.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Johnson City
$1,459/month
750 Sq Ft

Which Johnson City neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhood in Johnson City with the most apartments available is Downtown Johnson City .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Johnson City
$1,459/month
750 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Johnson City, TN?

Because the average rent in Johnson City is $1,033, you’ll want to make about $3,443 per month or $41,316 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 Johnson City, TN is 2.6% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Johnson City is 1.8% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $698 - $1,722. You can expect to pay 5.4% less for groceries, 8.8% less for utilities, and 14.3% less for transportation.

City

Johnson City, TN

513 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Johnson City, TN compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Johnson City, TN 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

Downtown Johnson City

Johnson City, TN

Downtown Johnson City

Johnson City, TN

Studio
$621/month
$621/month
One Bedroom
$1,127/month
$1,127/month
Two Bedroom
$1,225/month
$1,225/month
Three Bedroom
$1,765/month
$1,765/month
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Apartment Communities in Johnson City We Think You'll Love

Vintage Johnson City Apartments

Vintage Johnson City Apartments

1062 W Oakland Ave,
Johnson City, TN 37604

1-3 Beds | $1,698 - $2,413

The Reserve at Johnson City Apartments

The Reserve at Johnson City Apartments

1084 W Oakland Ave,
Johnson City, TN 37604

1-3 Beds | $1,399 - $2,089

The Harbor

The Harbor

1109 University Pky,
Johnson City, TN 37604

2-4 Beds | $700 - $989

Rosemont

Rosemont

1406 Skyline Dr,
Johnson City, TN 37604

1-3 Beds | $1,149 - $1,929

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Johnson City?

The average rent in Johnson City is $1,033 per month, which is 37.9% lower than the national average of $1,663.

What is the average rent for a house in Johnson City?

The average rent for a house in Johnson City, TN is $2,173 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Johnson City?

The average rent for a townhome in Johnson City, TN is $1,184 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Johnson City?

Rents in Johnson City, TN are increasing, with prices up 2.8% year-over-year and $29 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Johnson City?

In Johnson City, TN, 44% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Tennessee Johnson City 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 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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