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Rental Market Trends in Nelsonville, OH

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Nelsonville, OH is $522/month.

Rent in Nelsonville is 69% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$522/month

Average Rent

706 Sq Ft

Average Size

-9.5%

Change / Year

10

Available Apartments

Nelsonville rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Nelsonville average $573 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Nelsonville average $522 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Nelsonville average $890 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Nelsonville average $2,023 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$573/month
400 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$522/month
706 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$890/month
783 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,023/month
860 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Nelsonville, OH?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 9.5%, which averages out to $49 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Nelsonville, OH

September 2026
Below $701
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Nelsonville, OH
Percentage*
Rent Range
50% Below $700/month
25% $700 - $1,000/month
25% $1,001 - $1,500/month
0% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

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

Because the average rent in Nelsonville is $522, you’ll want to make about $1,740 per month or $20,880 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

Nelsonville, OH

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

Use the tool below to compare Nelsonville, 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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Apartment Averages

Compare Rent Trends Nearby

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

  • The Plains

    The Plains

    Avg Rent: $908/month

  • Athens

    Athens

    Avg Rent: $942/month

Apartment Communities in Nelsonville We Think You'll Love

15577 Ohio 691

15577 Ohio 691

15577 Ohio 691,
Nelsonville, OH 45764

1 Bed | $800

204 Madison St

204 Madison St

204 Madison St,
Nelsonville, OH 45764

1 Bed | $650

100 Robbins Rd

100 Robbins Rd

100 Robbins Rd,
Nelsonville, OH 45764

2 Beds | $790

593 Back St

593 Back St

593 Back St,
Nelsonville, OH 45764

2 Beds | $790

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Nelsonville?

The average rent in Nelsonville is $522 per month, which is 68.6% lower than the national average of $1,664.

Are rents going up or down in Nelsonville?

Rents in Nelsonville, OH are decreasing, with prices down 9.5% year-over-year and $49 less per month.

What rent range is most common in Nelsonville?

In Nelsonville, OH, 50% of apartments fall below $700/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Ohio Nelsonville 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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