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Rental Market Trends in Lakewood, OH

Updated August 2026

The average rent in Lakewood, OH is $1,032/month.

Rent in Lakewood is 38% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,032/month

Average Rent

594 Sq Ft

Average Size

+2.1%

Change / Year

389

Available Apartments

Lakewood rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Lakewood average $817 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Lakewood average $1,032 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Lakewood average $1,361 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Lakewood average $1,806 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$817/month
441 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,032/month
594 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,361/month
881 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,806/month
1,233 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,396/month
1,286 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,377/month
356 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,757/month
486 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,514/month
1,312 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Lakewood, OH?

In the past year, rent has increased by 2.1%, which averages out to $22 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

August 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Lakewood, OH

August 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Lakewood, OH
Percentage*
Rent Range
7% Below $700/month
42% $700 - $1,000/month
43% $1,001 - $1,500/month
7% $1,501 - $2,000/month
1% Above $2,000/month

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

Because the average rent in Lakewood is $1,032, you’ll want to make about $3,440 per month or $41,280 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

Lakewood, OH

389 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Lakewood, 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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    Avg Rent: $1,388/month

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    Brook Park

    Avg Rent: $1,006/month

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    Avg Rent: $1,536/month

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    Avg Rent: $986/month

Apartment Communities in Lakewood We Think You'll Love

12000 Edgewater

12000 Edgewater

12000 Edgewater Dr,
Lakewood, OH 44107

1-3 Beds | $1,225 - $2,450

TERRA - Hilliard Bluffs

TERRA - Hilliard Bluffs

18545 Hilliard Blvd,
Rocky River, OH 44116

1-2 Beds | $1,775 - $3,385

Marine Towers West

Marine Towers West

12540 Edgewater Dr,
Lakewood, OH 44107

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,130 - $1,875

Shoreham Apartments

Shoreham Apartments

11800 Edgewater,
Lakewood, OH 44107

Studio - 3 Beds | $1,060 - $2,179

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Lakewood?

The average rent in Lakewood is $1,032 per month, which is 38.0% lower than the national average of $1,664.

What is the average rent for a house in Lakewood?

The average rent for a house in Lakewood, OH is $2,396 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Lakewood?

The average rent for a townhome in Lakewood, OH is $1,514 per month.

What is the average rent for a condo in Lakewood?

The average rent for a condo in Lakewood, OH is $1,377 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Lakewood?

Rents in Lakewood, OH are increasing, with prices up 2.1% year-over-year and $22 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Lakewood?

In Lakewood, OH, 43% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Ohio Lakewood 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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