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Rental Market Trends in Shinnston, WV

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Shinnston, WV is $525/month.

Rent in Shinnston is 68% lower than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$525/month

Average Rent

773 Sq Ft

Average Size

+0.8%

Change / Year

3

Available Apartments

Shinnston rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Shinnston average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Shinnston average $525 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Shinnston average $901 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Shinnston average $1,010 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$525/month
773 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$901/month
733 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,010/month
34 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Shinnston, WV?

In the past year, rent has increased by 0.8%, which averages out to $5 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Shinnston, WV

September 2026
Below $701
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Shinnston, WV
Percentage*
Rent Range
50% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
50% $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 Shinnston, WV?

Because the average rent in Shinnston is $525, you’ll want to make about $1,750 per month or $21,000 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

Shinnston, WV

3 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Shinnston, WV compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Shinnston, WV 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.

Apartment Averages

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  • Bridgeport

    Bridgeport

    Avg Rent: $1,285/month

  • Clarksburg

    Clarksburg

    Avg Rent: $704/month

  • Fairmont

    Fairmont

    Avg Rent: $819/month

Apartment Communities in Shinnston We Think You'll Love

23 Hickory Vw Wy

23 Hickory Vw Wy

23 Hickory Vw Wy,
Shinnston, WV 26431

2 Beds | $885

174 Hickory Vw Wy

174 Hickory Vw Wy

174 Hickory Vw Wy,
Shinnston, WV 26431

3 Beds | $1,010

49 Hickory Vw Wy

49 Hickory Vw Wy

49 Hickory Vw Wy,
Shinnston, WV 26431

2 Beds | $885

Stonebridge Townhomes

Stonebridge Townhomes

37 Dover Ct,
Bridgeport, WV 26330

3-4 Beds | $2,400 - $3,500

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Shinnston?

The average rent in Shinnston is $525 per month, which is 68.5% lower than the national average of $1,665.

Are rents going up or down in Shinnston?

Rents in Shinnston, WV are increasing, with prices up 0.8% year-over-year and $5 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Shinnston?

In Shinnston, WV, 50% of apartments fall below $700/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States West Virginia Shinnston 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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