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Rental Market Trends in Middletown, OH

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Middletown, OH is $995/month.

Rent in Middletown is 40% lower than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$995/month

Average Rent

649 Sq Ft

Average Size

+2.8%

Change / Year

168

Available Apartments

Middletown rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Middletown average $863 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Middletown average $995 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Middletown average $1,169 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Middletown average $1,571 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$863/month
326 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$995/month
649 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,169/month
943 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,571/month
1,340 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,155/month
1,014 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,929/month
1,285 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Middletown, OH?

In the past year, rent has increased by 2.8%, which averages out to $28 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Middletown, OH

September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Middletown, OH
Percentage*
Rent Range
10% Below $700/month
33% $700 - $1,000/month
52% $1,001 - $1,500/month
5% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

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

Because the average rent in Middletown is $995, you’ll want to make about $3,316 per month or $39,792 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

Middletown, OH

168 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Middletown, 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.

Apartment Averages

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

  • Monroe

    Monroe

    Avg Rent: $923/month

  • Franklin

    Franklin

    Avg Rent: $993/month

  • Carlisle

    Carlisle

    Avg Rent: $875/month

  • Trenton

    Trenton

    Avg Rent: $695/month

  • Liberty Township

    Liberty Township

    Avg Rent: $1,676/month

  • Springboro

    Springboro

    Avg Rent: $1,292/month

Apartment Communities in Middletown We Think You'll Love

Olde Towne Apartments

Olde Towne Apartments

1074 Park Ln,
Middletown, OH 45042

Studio - 4 Beds | $825 - $1,776

Echo Ridge Apartments

Echo Ridge Apartments

5549 Innovation Dr,
Middletown, OH 45005

1-3 Beds | $1,260 - $1,935

Maple Oaks

Maple Oaks

2689 Audubon Dr,
Middletown, OH 45044

2-3 Beds | $1,145 - $1,600

Nicholas Place Apartments

Nicholas Place Apartments

2759 Towne Blvd,
Middletown, OH 45044

2-3 Beds | $1,375 - $1,775

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Middletown?

The average rent in Middletown is $995 per month, which is 40.2% lower than the national average of $1,665.

What is the average rent for a house in Middletown?

The average rent for a house in Middletown, OH is $1,929 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Middletown?

Rents in Middletown, OH are increasing, with prices up 2.8% year-over-year and $28 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Middletown?

In Middletown, OH, 52% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Ohio Middletown 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 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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