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Rental Market Trends in Ottawa, OH

Updated August 2026

The average rent in Ottawa, OH is $321/month.

Rent in Ottawa is 81% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$321/month

Average Rent

658 Sq Ft

Average Size

-30.4%

Change / Year

1

Available Apartments

Ottawa rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Ottawa average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Ottawa average $321 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Ottawa average $850 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Ottawa average $783 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$321/month
658 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$850/month
912 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$783/month
1,209 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Ottawa, OH?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 30.4%, which averages out to $97 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time

August 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Ottawa, OH

August 2026
$700 - $1,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Ottawa, OH
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
100% $700 - $1,000/month
0% $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 Ottawa, OH?

Because the average rent in Ottawa is $321, you’ll want to make about $1,070 per month or $12,840 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

Ottawa, OH

1 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Ottawa, 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 Communities in Ottawa We Think You'll Love

1570 N Perry St

1570 N Perry St

1570 N Perry St,
Ottawa, OH 45875

3 Beds | $1,395

The Townhomes of Liberty Ridge

The Townhomes of Liberty Ridge

160 Colonial Dr,
Findlay, OH 45840

2-3 Beds | $1,795 - $2,025

Metro Center

Metro Center

127 N Elizabeth St,
Lima, OH 45801

1-2 Beds | $1,300 - $2,500

Horizon Pointe Villas

Horizon Pointe Villas

1001 Claudia Ln,
Findlay, OH 45840

2-3 Beds | $1,725 - $2,650

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Ottawa?

The average rent in Ottawa is $321 per month, which is 80.7% lower than the national average of $1,664.

Are rents going up or down in Ottawa?

Rents in Ottawa, OH are decreasing, with prices down 30.4% year-over-year and $97 less per month.

What rent range is most common in Ottawa?

In Ottawa, OH, 100% of apartments fall between $700 - $1,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Ohio Ottawa 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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