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Rental Market Trends in Utica, NY

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Utica, NY is $1,170/month.

Rent in Utica is 30% lower than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,170/month

Average Rent

626 Sq Ft

Average Size

+0.3%

Change / Year

243

Available Apartments

Utica rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Utica average $940 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Utica average $1,170 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Utica average $1,552 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Utica average $1,128 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$940/month
606 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,170/month
626 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,552/month
996 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,128/month
1,154 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,141/month
1,309 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Utica, NY?

In the past year, rent has increased by 0.3%, which averages out to $4 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Utica, NY

July 2026
$700 - $1,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Utica, NY
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
39% $700 - $1,000/month
30% $1,001 - $1,500/month
26% $1,501 - $2,000/month
4% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Utica?

Based on current rent prices, West Utica and Downtown Utica" are the most affordable neighborhoods in Utica.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
West Utica
$1,581/month
617 Sq Ft
Downtown Utica
$1,595/month
662 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Utica?

Based on current rent prices, Downtown Utica and West Utica" are the most expensive neighborhoods in Utica.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Utica
$1,595/month
662 Sq Ft
West Utica
$1,581/month
617 Sq Ft

Which Utica neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Utica with the most apartments available are Downtown Utica and West Utica" .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Utica
$1,595/month
662 Sq Ft
West Utica
$1,581/month
617 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Utica, NY?

Because the average rent in Utica is $1,170, you’ll want to make about $3,900 per month or $46,800 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 Utica, NY is 2.8% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Utica is 8.4% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $940 - $1,552. You can expect to pay 2.8% less for groceries, 2.7% more for utilities, and 6.8% more for transportation.

City

Utica, NY

243 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Utica, NY compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Utica, NY 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

West Utica

Utica, NY

Downtown Utica

Utica, NY

Studio
$870/month
-
One Bedroom
$964/month
$1,750/month
Two Bedroom
$1,135/month
$1,394/month
Three Bedroom
$950/month
$1,411/month
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Apartment Communities in Utica We Think You'll Love

Hartford Mills Apartments

Hartford Mills Apartments

77 Clinton St,
New York Mills, NY 13417

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,050 - $1,500

Deerfield Place

Deerfield Place

1 Patriot Cir,
Utica, NY 13502

1-3 Beds | $2,365 - $3,395

Hotel St Apartments

Hotel St Apartments

119-137 Hotel St,
Utica, NY 13502

1-2 Beds | $1,400 - $2,400

The Doyle Building

The Doyle Building

330 Main St,
Utica, NY 13501

Studio - 1 Bed | $1,350 - $1,750

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Utica?

The average rent in Utica is $1,170 per month, which is 29.6% lower than the national average of $1,663.

What is the average rent for a house in Utica?

The average rent for a house in Utica, NY is $2,141 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Utica?

Rents in Utica, NY are increasing, with prices up 0.3% year-over-year and $4 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Utica?

In Utica, NY, 39% of apartments fall between $700 - $1,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States New York Utica 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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