TERRA - Hilliard Bluffs
18545 Hilliard Blvd,
Rocky River, OH 44116
1-2 Beds | $1,775 - $3,385
Rental Market Trends in Rocky River, OH
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Rocky River, OH is $1,477/month.
Rent in Rocky River is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,665/month.
$1,477/month
Average Rent
727 Sq Ft
Average Size
-7%
Change / Year
184
Available Apartments
Rocky River rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Rocky River average $1,255 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Rocky River average $1,477 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Rocky River average $1,684 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Rocky River average $2,732 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
How much has average rent changed in Rocky River, OH?
In the past year, rent has decreased by 7%, which averages out to $103 less per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Rocky River, OH
September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
12%
Below $700/month
18%
$700 - $1,000/month
35%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
29%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
6%
Above $2,000/month
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Rocky River, OH?
Because the average rent in Rocky River is $1,477, you’ll want to make about $4,923 per month or $59,076 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.
View the Rocky River Area GuideCompare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Fairview Park
Avg Rent: $1,007/month
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Lakewood
Avg Rent: $1,031/month
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Westlake
Avg Rent: $1,536/month
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Brook Park
Avg Rent: $1,006/month
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North Olmsted
Avg Rent: $1,097/month
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Brooklyn
Avg Rent: $891/month
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Middleburg Heights
Avg Rent: $983/month
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Parma Heights
Avg Rent: $986/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Rocky River?
The average rent in Rocky River is $1,477 per month, which is 11.3% lower than the national average of $1,665.
What is the average rent for a house in Rocky River?
The average rent for a house in Rocky River, OH is $2,494 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Rocky River?
Rents in Rocky River, OH are decreasing, with prices down 7.0% year-over-year and $103 less per month.
What rent range is most common in Rocky River?
In Rocky River, OH, 35% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
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.