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Rental Market Trends in Murfreesboro, TN

Updated August 2026

The average rent in Murfreesboro, TN is $1,335/month.

Rent in Murfreesboro is 20% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,335/month

Average Rent

731 Sq Ft

Average Size

+2.3%

Change / Year

1,842

Available Apartments

Murfreesboro rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Murfreesboro average $1,153 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Murfreesboro average $1,335 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Murfreesboro average $1,570 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Murfreesboro average $1,918 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,153/month
499 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,335/month
731 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,570/month
1,068 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,918/month
1,337 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,585/month
1,089 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,153/month
1,675 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$2,581/month
2,268 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,358/month
1,144 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,713/month
1,263 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,113/month
1,640 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Murfreesboro, TN?

In the past year, rent has increased by 2.3%, which averages out to $32 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

August 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Murfreesboro, TN

August 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Murfreesboro, TN
Percentage*
Rent Range
3% Below $700/month
8% $700 - $1,000/month
42% $1,001 - $1,500/month
44% $1,501 - $2,000/month
4% Above $2,000/month

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

Because the average rent in Murfreesboro is $1,335, you’ll want to make about $4,450 per month or $53,400 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 Murfreesboro, TN is 6.8% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Murfreesboro is 14.1% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,153 - $1,918. You can expect to pay 0.2% less for groceries, 11.0% less for utilities, and 12.9% less for transportation.

City

Murfreesboro, TN

1,842 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Murfreesboro, 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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    Avg Rent: $1,202/month

Apartment Communities in Murfreesboro We Think You'll Love

Viewpoint at Murfreesboro

Viewpoint at Murfreesboro

5226 Whispering Willow Cir,
Murfreesboro, TN 37128

3-4 Beds | $2,300 - $2,825

Scout Landing

Scout Landing

261 Veterans Pky,
Murfreesboro, TN 37128

1-3 Beds | $1,215 - $1,845

The Edge

The Edge

3833 Manson Pike,
Murfreesboro, TN 37129

1-3 Beds | $1,385 - $2,210

Cross Creek at Murfreesboro

Cross Creek at Murfreesboro

490 Fortress Blvd,
Murfreesboro, TN 37128

1-3 Beds | $1,595 - $1,995

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Murfreesboro?

The average rent in Murfreesboro is $1,335 per month, which is 19.8% lower than the national average of $1,664.

What is the average rent for a house in Murfreesboro?

The average rent for a house in Murfreesboro, TN is $2,153 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Murfreesboro?

The average rent for a townhome in Murfreesboro, TN is $1,713 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Murfreesboro?

Rents in Murfreesboro, TN are increasing, with prices up 2.3% year-over-year and $32 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Murfreesboro?

In Murfreesboro, TN, 44% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Tennessee Murfreesboro 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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