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Rental Market Trends in Oxford, MS

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Oxford, MS is $1,313/month.

Rent in Oxford is 21% lower than the national average rent of $1,662/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,313/month

Average Rent

661 Sq Ft

Average Size

-1.9%

Change / Year

421

Available Apartments

Oxford rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Oxford average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Oxford average $1,313 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Oxford average $1,763 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Oxford average $2,000 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,313/month
661 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,763/month
1,060 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,000/month
1,364 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,911/month
439 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,491/month
905 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$3,143/month
697 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,657/month
561 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,649/month
1,001 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,526/month
1,280 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Oxford, MS?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 1.9%, which averages out to $25 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Oxford, MS

July 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Oxford, MS
Percentage*
Rent Range
4% Below $700/month
9% $700 - $1,000/month
43% $1,001 - $1,500/month
26% $1,501 - $2,000/month
17% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Oxford, MS?

Because the average rent in Oxford is $1,313, you’ll want to make about $4,376 per month or $52,512 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

Oxford, MS

421 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Oxford, MS compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Oxford, MS 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

Apartment Communities in Oxford We Think You'll Love

The Hollis Townhomes

The Hollis Townhomes

100 U Club Cv,
Oxford, MS 38655

3-4 Beds | $649 - $1,250

Ivy & Elm

Ivy & Elm

2572 Oxford Way,
Oxford, MS 38655

1-4 Beds | $1,195 - $1,951

The Edison at Colonnade Crossing

The Edison at Colonnade Crossing

814 Claremont Ave,
Oxford, MS 38655

1-3 Beds | $1,715 - $2,655

Taylor Bend

Taylor Bend

101 Taylor Bnd,
Oxford, MS 38655

3 Beds | $2,250

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Oxford?

The average rent in Oxford is $1,313 per month, which is 21.0% lower than the national average of $1,662.

What is the average rent for a house in Oxford?

The average rent for a house in Oxford, MS is $2,491 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Oxford?

Rents in Oxford, MS are decreasing, with prices down 1.9% year-over-year and $25 less per month.

What rent range is most common in Oxford?

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

United States Mississippi Oxford 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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