The Yards at Old State
1830 Blue Course Dr,
State College, PA 16801
2-5 Beds | $749 - $1,600
Rental Market Trends in State College, PA
Updated July 2026
The average rent in State College, PA is $1,376/month.
Rent in State College is 17% lower than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.
$1,376/month
Average Rent
665 Sq Ft
Average Size
+4.2%
Change / Year
759
Available Apartments
State College rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in State College average $1,182 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in State College average $1,376 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in State College average $1,618 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in State College average $1,747 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
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How much has average rent changed in State College, PA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 4.2%, which averages out to $58 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
July 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in State College, PA
July 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
2%
Below $700/month
14%
$700 - $1,000/month
32%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
32%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
20%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in State College?
Based on current rent prices, Highlands and Downtown State College" are the most affordable neighborhoods in State College.
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
What are the most expensive neighborhoods in State College?
Based on current rent prices, Downtown State College and Highlands" are the most expensive neighborhoods in State College.
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Which State College neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in State College with the most apartments available are Highlands and Downtown State College" .
Neighborhood
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in State College, PA?
Because the average rent in State College is $1,376, you’ll want to make about $4,586 per month or $55,032 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 State College, PA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare State College, PA 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 State College Area GuideStudio
$1,049/month
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One Bedroom
$1,372/month
$1,398/month
Two Bedroom
$2,041/month
$2,278/month
Three Bedroom
$1,473/month
$3,294/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in State College?
The average rent in State College is $1,376 per month, which is 17.3% lower than the national average of $1,663.
What is the average rent for a house in State College?
The average rent for a house in State College, PA is $2,237 per month.
Are rents going up or down in State College?
Rents in State College, PA are increasing, with prices up 4.2% year-over-year and $58 more per month.
What rent range is most common in State College?
In State College, PA, 32% 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 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.