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Rental Market Trends in Sandusky, OH

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Sandusky, OH is $933/month.

Rent in Sandusky is 44% lower than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$933/month

Average Rent

606 Sq Ft

Average Size

+4.8%

Change / Year

108

Available Apartments

Sandusky rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Sandusky average $891 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Sandusky average $933 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Sandusky average $1,318 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Sandusky average $1,205 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$891/month
475 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$933/month
606 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,318/month
983 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,205/month
897 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Sandusky, OH?

In the past year, rent has increased by 4.8%, which averages out to $45 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Sandusky, OH

September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Sandusky, OH
Percentage*
Rent Range
6% Below $700/month
29% $700 - $1,000/month
48% $1,001 - $1,500/month
16% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

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

Because the average rent in Sandusky is $933, you’ll want to make about $3,110 per month or $37,320 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.

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Sandusky, OH is 6.5% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Sandusky is 19.8% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $891 - $1,318. You can expect to pay 0.6% less for groceries, 2.5% less for utilities, and 3.2% less for transportation.

City

Sandusky, OH

108 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Sandusky, 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.

  • Huron

    Huron

    Avg Rent: $853/month

  • Port Clinton

    Port Clinton

    Avg Rent: $825/month

  • Norwalk

    Norwalk

    Avg Rent: $687/month

  • Vermilion

    Vermilion

    Avg Rent: $947/month

Apartment Communities in Sandusky We Think You'll Love

Eagle's Pine Apartments

Eagle's Pine Apartments

208-214 Perry St,
Sandusky, OH 44870

1 Bed | $875 - $1,050

Schmidt Apartments

Schmidt Apartments

246 E Market St,
Sandusky, OH 44870

2 Beds | $1,750

Redwood Sandusky

Redwood Sandusky

122 Redwood Dr,
Sandusky, OH 44870

2 Beds | $1,759 - $2,273

Hogrefe Apartments

Hogrefe Apartments

156 Columbus Ave,
Sandusky, OH 44870

1 Bed | $1,900

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Sandusky?

The average rent in Sandusky is $933 per month, which is 44.0% lower than the national average of $1,665.

Are rents going up or down in Sandusky?

Rents in Sandusky, OH are increasing, with prices up 4.8% year-over-year and $45 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Sandusky?

In Sandusky, OH, 48% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Ohio Sandusky 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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