Hilliard West
18851 Hilliard Blvd,
Rocky River, OH 44116
$1,350 - $1,550
1-2 Beds
Rental Market Trends in Rocky River, OH
What is the average rent in Rocky River, OH?
$1,355/month
Average Rent
719 Sq Ft
Average Apartment Size
+3.7%
Increase in the Last Year
As of September 2025, the average rent in Rocky River, OH is $1,355 per month. This is 17% lower than the national average rent of $1,639/month, making renting in Rocky River more affordable than most cities in the US. When you rent an apartment in Rocky River, you can expect to pay about $1,173 per month for a studio, $1,355 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $1,531 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $974 or more.
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How much has average rent changed in Rocky River, OH?
In the past year, rent has increased by 3.7%, which averages out to $50 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
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Rent Ranges in Rocky River, OH
Last Updated September 2025
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
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14%
Below $700/month
21%
$700 - $1,000/month
29%
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29%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
7%
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What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Rocky River?
Based on current rent prices, Beachcliff II and Gasser Estates" are the most affordable neighborhoods in Rocky River.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Rocky River?
Based on current rent prices, Gasser Estates and Beachcliff II" are the most expensive neighborhoods in Rocky River.
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Which Rocky River neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Rocky River with the most apartments available are Beachcliff II and Gasser Estates" .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Rocky River, OH?
Because the average rent in Rocky River is $1,355, you’ll want to make about $4,516 per month or $54,192 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.
How does Rocky River, OH compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Rocky River, 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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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 2025.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.