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Rental Market Trends in Tulsa, OK

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Tulsa, OK is $925/month.

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

$925/month

Average Rent

696 Sq Ft

Average Size

+2.1%

Change / Year

2,635

Available Apartments

Tulsa rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Tulsa average $769 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Tulsa average $925 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Tulsa average $1,167 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Tulsa average $1,674 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$769/month
501 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$925/month
696 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,167/month
990 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,674/month
1,278 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,028/month
712 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,370/month
972 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,688/month
1,391 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$2,392/month
1,976 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,150/month
512 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,040/month
1,271 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,509/month
1,039 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,403/month
906 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,420/month
1,300 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Tulsa, OK?

In the past year, rent has increased by 2.1%, which averages out to $20 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Tulsa, OK

September 2026
$700 - $1,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Tulsa, OK
Percentage*
Rent Range
16% Below $700/month
44% $700 - $1,000/month
30% $1,001 - $1,500/month
6% $1,501 - $2,000/month
3% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Tulsa?

Based on current rent prices, Brookside, Heller Park and Kensington are the most affordable neighborhoods in Tulsa.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Brookside
$663/month
634 Sq Ft
Heller Park
$679/month
652 Sq Ft
Kensington
$706/month
692 Sq Ft
River Grove
$754/month
700 Sq Ft
Stevenson
$836/month
662 Sq Ft
Lewis Crest
$860/month
713 Sq Ft
Timberland-Annandale
$860/month
713 Sq Ft
Minshall Park
$866/month
710 Sq Ft
Riverview Park
$894/month
668 Sq Ft
Southern Hills
$906/month
730 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Tulsa?

Based on current rent prices, Midtown Terrace, Greenwood and Brady Arts District are the most expensive neighborhoods in Tulsa.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Midtown Terrace
$1,860/month
802 Sq Ft
Greenwood
$1,741/month
741 Sq Ft
Brady Arts District
$1,738/month
911 Sq Ft
Forest Orchard
$1,724/month
748 Sq Ft
Highlands
$1,589/month
770 Sq Ft
East Village
$1,518/month
704 Sq Ft
Riverview
$1,494/month
847 Sq Ft
Kendall-Whittier
$1,476/month
756 Sq Ft
Downtown Tulsa
$1,426/month
742 Sq Ft
Central Park
$1,383/month
720 Sq Ft

Which Tulsa neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Tulsa with the most apartments available are Downtown Tulsa, Stevenson and Midtown Tulsa .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Tulsa
$1,426/month
742 Sq Ft
Stevenson
$836/month
662 Sq Ft
Midtown Tulsa
$1,359/month
776 Sq Ft
East Village
$1,518/month
704 Sq Ft
City Center Tulsa
$1,379/month
744 Sq Ft
Minshall Park
$866/month
710 Sq Ft
Kensington
$706/month
692 Sq Ft
Buena Vista Park
$1,248/month
695 Sq Ft
Kendall-Whittier
$1,476/month
756 Sq Ft
Stonebraker Heights
$1,355/month
737 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Tulsa, OK?

Because the average rent in Tulsa is $925, you’ll want to make about $3,083 per month or $36,996 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 Tulsa, OK is 17.0% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Tulsa is 35.6% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $769 - $1,674. You can expect to pay 4.9% less for groceries, 0.8% less for utilities, and 12.0% less for transportation.

City

Tulsa, OK

2,635 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Tulsa, OK compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Tulsa, OK 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

Brookside

Tulsa, OK

Midtown Terrace

Tulsa, OK

Studio
$678/month
-
One Bedroom
$924/month
$838/month
Two Bedroom
$1,139/month
-
Three Bedroom
$1,339/month
-
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • Catoosa

    Catoosa

    Avg Rent: $955/month

  • Owasso

    Owasso

    Avg Rent: $1,109/month

  • Broken Arrow

    Broken Arrow

    Avg Rent: $1,098/month

  • Sperry

    Sperry

    Avg Rent: $566/month

  • Jenks

    Jenks

    Avg Rent: $1,275/month

  • Bixby

    Bixby

    Avg Rent: $1,190/month

Apartment Communities in Tulsa We Think You'll Love

Stonebrook Gated Community

Stonebrook Gated Community

4020 S 130th East Ave,
Tulsa, OK 74134

1 Bed | $1,005

Heritage Grove

Heritage Grove

4610 S Aspen Ave,
Broken Arrow, OK 74011

1-2 Beds | $1,417 - $1,837

Riverwalk Apartments

Riverwalk Apartments

1200 Riverwalk Terrace,
Jenks, OK 74037

1-2 Beds | $1,374 - $1,690

Union Point Apartments

Union Point Apartments

4104 S 130th Ave E,
Tulsa, OK 74134

1-2 Beds | $949 - $1,099

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Tulsa?

The average rent in Tulsa is $925 per month, which is 44.4% lower than the national average of $1,665.

What is the average rent for a house in Tulsa?

The average rent for a house in Tulsa, OK is $1,688 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Tulsa?

The average rent for a townhome in Tulsa, OK is $1,403 per month.

What is the average rent for a condo in Tulsa?

The average rent for a condo in Tulsa, OK is $1,150 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Tulsa?

Rents in Tulsa, OK are increasing, with prices up 2.1% year-over-year and $20 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Tulsa?

In Tulsa, OK, 44% of apartments fall between $700 - $1,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Oklahoma Tulsa 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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