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Rental Market Trends in Kettering, OH
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Kettering, OH is $997/month.
Rent in Kettering is 40% lower than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.
$997/month
Average Rent
639 Sq Ft
Average Size
+5.6%
Change / Year
388
Available Apartments
Kettering rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Kettering average $505 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Kettering average $997 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Kettering average $1,199 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Kettering average $1,495 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
How much has average rent changed in Kettering, OH?
In the past year, rent has increased by 5.6%, which averages out to $57 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Kettering, OH
September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
17%
Below $700/month
33%
$700 - $1,000/month
44%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
6%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
0%
Above $2,000/month
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Kettering, OH?
Because the average rent in Kettering is $997, you’ll want to make about $3,323 per month or $39,876 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 Kettering, OH compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Kettering, 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.
View the Kettering Area GuideCompare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Centerville
Avg Rent: $1,090/month
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Washington Township
Avg Rent: $1,606/month
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Bellbrook
Avg Rent: $1,224/month
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West Carrollton
Avg Rent: $971/month
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Beavercreek
Avg Rent: $1,259/month
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Miamisburg
Avg Rent: $1,137/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Kettering?
The average rent in Kettering is $997 per month, which is 40.1% lower than the national average of $1,665.
What is the average rent for a house in Kettering?
The average rent for a house in Kettering, OH is $1,798 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Kettering?
Rents in Kettering, OH are increasing, with prices up 5.6% year-over-year and $57 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Kettering?
In Kettering, OH, 44% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
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.