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Rental Market Trends in Tulsa, OK

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Tulsa, OK is $921/month.

Rent in Tulsa is 45% lower than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$921/month

Average Rent

696 Sq Ft

Average Size

+1.6%

Change / Year

3,385

Available Apartments

Tulsa rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Tulsa average $767 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Tulsa average $921 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Tulsa average $1,163 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Tulsa average $1,667 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$767/month
504 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$921/month
696 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,163/month
991 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,667/month
1,278 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,083/month
724 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,315/month
962 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,762/month
1,392 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$2,563/month
2,242 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$982/month
442 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,448/month
800 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,435/month
1,144 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,292/month
999 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Tulsa, OK?

In the past year, rent has increased by 1.6%, which averages out to $15 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Tulsa, OK

July 2026
$700 - $1,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Tulsa, OK
Percentage*
Rent Range
17% Below $700/month
43% $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, Norvell Park, Heller Park and Kensington are the most affordable neighborhoods in Tulsa.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Norvell Park
$689/month
564 Sq Ft
Heller Park
$712/month
643 Sq Ft
Kensington
$720/month
693 Sq Ft
Brookside
$728/month
644 Sq Ft
Minshall Park
$857/month
702 Sq Ft
Riverview Park
$876/month
641 Sq Ft
Lewis Crest
$880/month
699 Sq Ft
Stevenson
$895/month
693 Sq Ft
Timberland-Annandale
$950/month
714 Sq Ft
Longview Lake
$1,007/month
809 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Tulsa?

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

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Brady Arts District
$2,080/month
965 Sq Ft
Swan Lake
$1,945/month
768 Sq Ft
Midtown Terrace
$1,818/month
789 Sq Ft
Forest Orchard
$1,766/month
735 Sq Ft
Greenwood
$1,550/month
764 Sq Ft
Kendall-Whittier
$1,505/month
761 Sq Ft
Highlands
$1,492/month
766 Sq Ft
East Village
$1,470/month
717 Sq Ft
Central Park
$1,462/month
732 Sq Ft
Downtown Tulsa
$1,407/month
723 Sq Ft

Which Tulsa neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

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

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Tulsa
$1,407/month
723 Sq Ft
Stevenson
$895/month
693 Sq Ft
City Center Tulsa
$1,321/month
715 Sq Ft
East Village
$1,470/month
717 Sq Ft
Minshall Park
$857/month
702 Sq Ft
Midtown Tulsa
$1,243/month
788 Sq Ft
Buena Vista Park
$1,230/month
683 Sq Ft
Kensington
$720/month
693 Sq Ft
Greenwood
$1,550/month
764 Sq Ft
Longview Lake
$1,007/month
809 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 $921, you’ll want to make about $3,070 per month or $36,840 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 $767 - $1,667. You can expect to pay 4.9% less for groceries, 0.8% less for utilities, and 12.0% less for transportation.

City

Tulsa, OK

3,385 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

Norvell Park

Tulsa, OK

Brady Arts District

Tulsa, OK

Studio
-
-
One Bedroom
$522/month
$1,580/month
Two Bedroom
-
$2,224/month
Three Bedroom
-
$2,899/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

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Apartment Communities in Tulsa We Think You'll Love

Stonebrook Gated Community

Stonebrook Gated Community

4020 S 130th East Ave,
Tulsa, OK 74134

1-2 Beds | $875 - $1,245

Riverwalk Apartments

Riverwalk Apartments

1280 Riverwalk Ter,
Jenks, OK 74037

1-2 Beds | $1,279 - $1,570

Union Point Apartments

Union Point Apartments

4104 S 130th Ave E,
Tulsa, OK 74134

1-2 Beds | $749 - $1,229

The Cosmopolitan Apartments

The Cosmopolitan Apartments

1717 S Riverside Dr,
Tulsa, OK 74119

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,288 - $1,887

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Tulsa?

The average rent in Tulsa is $921 per month, which is 44.6% lower than the national average of $1,663.

What is the average rent for a house in Tulsa?

The average rent for a house in Tulsa, OK is $1,762 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Tulsa?

The average rent for a townhome in Tulsa, OK is $1,292 per month.

What is the average rent for a condo in Tulsa?

The average rent for a condo in Tulsa, OK is $982 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Tulsa?

Rents in Tulsa, OK are increasing, with prices up 1.6% year-over-year and $15 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Tulsa?

In Tulsa, OK, 43% 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 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.

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