Last updated on November 10, 2026

Average rent in
Cleveland, OH

Key takeaways for renters

  • Where Cleveland rent stands today

    Cleveland, OH rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $1,200/month. Renters are paying roughly the same as last year, with no meaningful change in monthly rent amounts.

  • Cleveland sits 36.8% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering a lower-cost rental market with 1,208 total rentals available across the city.

  • Price ranges

    Studios in Cleveland rent for about $1,060/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,100/month, and 2-bedrooms near $1,050/month, while 3-bedrooms and 4+ bedrooms reach $1,300/month and $1,500/month respectively.

  • Neighborhood spotlight

    North Broadway saw a rent decline of 30.4% year over year, contrasting with the citywide flat trend. This neighborhood's drop is the largest among Cleveland's areas, showing localized softness despite overall market stability.

Median rent

Median rent in Cleveland

$1,200/mo

Flat

vs previous year

The average rent in Cleveland is $1,200 per month as of November 2026. This is 37% below the national average rent, or $700 less per month.

$1.23

average price per square foot

Total rentals

Available rentals in Cleveland

1,208

for rent on Zumper.com as of November 2026

Rent price distribution

Share of Cleveland rentals at each price point

70%53%35%18%0%
$0 - $750
$751 - $1,500
$1,501 - $2,250
$2,251 - $3,000
$3,001+

Rent trends in Cleveland, OH

Average rent prices in Cleveland have remained the same over the last month and have remained the same since last year.

Rent trends

Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.

Compare rent prices in Cleveland, OH

Rent prices in Cleveland vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Cleveland is $1,100, whereas a house costs $1,450. 1-bedroom apartments in Cleveland run $1,177 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,050.

Listings

Studio

$1,060

No Change

No Change

1 bedroom

$1,100

3%

2%

2 bedroom

$1,050

No Change

5%

3 bedroom

$1,300

No Change

7%

4 bedroom

$1,500

No Change

No Change

Studio

Average rent

$1,060

Last year

No Change

1 bedroom

Average rent

$1,100

Last 30 days

3%

Last year

2%

2 bedroom

Average rent

$1,050

Last year

5%

3 bedroom

Average rent

$1,300

Last year

7%

4 bedroom

Average rent

$1,500

Downtown Cleveland

Average rent

$1,749

Ohio City

Average rent

$1,532

Buckeye Shaker

Average rent

$1,000

North Collinwood

Average rent

$962

Mount Pleasant

Average rent

$1,050

South Broadway

Average rent

$995

Edgewater

Average rent

$1,039

Detroit Shoreway

Average rent

$1,250

Old Brooklyn

Average rent

$1,097

Glenville

Average rent

$1,295

Apartments

Average rent

$1,100

Last 30 days

No Change

Last year

4%

Condos

Average rent

$1,044

Last year

5%

Houses

Average rent

$1,450

Last year

4%

Rooms

Average rent

$745

Last 30 days

13%

Last year

1%

The table above reflects average rent prices in Cleveland, OH, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.

How does rent in Cleveland, OH compare to other cities?

Compare median rent prices in Cleveland and Bedford by all bedroom counts and property types.

Cleveland

Median rent price$1,200
decreased by37%

lower than the national median

Median rent price$1,138
decreased by40%

lower than the national median

Takeaway

The median rent for all rentals in Cleveland, OH is 5% higher than the median rent in Bedford, OH.

Cost of living in Cleveland, OH

Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.

Expenses
accrued by most renters
Average cost
compared to national average
Goods & Services2% lower
Groceries1% higher
Health16% higher
Housing23% lower
Transportation7% lower
Utilities7% lower

Discover rentals in Cleveland, OH

Gordon Crossing - Photo 1 of 1

51m ago

6.2

Good

Gordon Crossing

1862 E 101st St, Cleveland, OH 44106

2–3 beds

1–2 baths

$381–$1,195

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
1419 E 47th St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Goodrich - Kirtland Park apartment for rent in Cleveland

2 beds

1 bath

$450

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
9613 Raymond Ave #1 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Union - Miles Park apartment for rent in Cleveland

9613 Raymond Avenue - 1

9613 Raymond Ave #1, Cleveland, OH 44104

4 beds

2 baths

$500

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
1856 Lampson Rd - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Euclid - Green apartment for rent in Cleveland

3 beds

1 bath

$650

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
2379 W 7th St - Photo 1 of 1

7h ago

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4 beds

3 baths

$10,104

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
2254 W 11th St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

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Verified

3 beds

3 baths

$7,509

Price dropped $413Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
The Avenue District (Phase I) - Photo 1 of 1

8h ago

7.9

Very good

The Avenue District (Phase I)

1211 Saint Clair Ave Ne, Cleveland, OH 44114

Studio–3 beds

1–3 baths

$1,550–$6,600

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
Iconic Living at The 9 - Photo 1 of 1
Highly rated

2d ago

8.3

Very good

Iconic Living at The 9

2017 E 9th St, Cleveland, OH 44115

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,595–$6,725

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
University Studios - Photo 1 of 1
Student housing
Rent special

5d+ ago

9.4

Excellent

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Verified

University Studios

2901 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44115

Studio–3 beds

1–2 baths

$780–$3,800

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.

Call

4197 W. 20th St. - Photo 1 of 1

16h ago

8.5

Very good

4197 W. 20th St.

4197 W 20th St, Cleveland, OH 44109

1–2 beds

1 bath

$975–$1,150

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
2303 Forestdale Ave. - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

8.3

Very good

2303 Forestdale Ave.

2303 Forestdale Ave, Cleveland, OH 44109

1–2 beds

1 bath

$950–$1,050

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
3101 Euclid Avenue - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

8.8

Very good

3101 Euclid Avenue

3101 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44115

2 beds

2 baths

$2,200

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
3339 W.84th - Photo 1 of 1
3D tour

1d ago

9.7

Excellent

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Verified

3339 W.84th

3339 W 84th St, Cleveland, OH 44102

2 beds

1 bath

$975

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.

Call

Riveredge Lofts - Photo 1 of 1
3D tour

1d ago

9.7

Excellent

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Verified

Riveredge Lofts

3845 Riveredge Rd, Cleveland, OH 44111

1 bed

1 bath

$850–$950

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.

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3442 Krather Rd - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

9.7

Excellent

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Verified

3442 Krather Rd

3442 Krather Rd, Cleveland, OH 44109

2 beds

1 bath

$950

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.

Call

1856 East 89th Street - Photo 1 of 1

7h ago

9.6

Excellent

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Verified

1856 East 89th Street

1856 E 89th St, Cleveland, OH 44106

Studio–4 beds

1–2 baths

$2,040–$3,531

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
University Studios - Photo 1 of 1
Student housing
Rent special

5d+ ago

9.4

Excellent

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Verified

University Studios

2901 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44115

Studio–3 beds

1–2 baths

$780–$3,800

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.

Call

Chelsea Manor - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

7.8

Very good

Chelsea Manor

2711 W 14th St, Cleveland, OH 44113

2 beds

1 bath

$1,278

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
1135 Auburn Ave - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Tremont townhouse for rent in Cleveland

3 beds

1.5 baths

$3,485

Price dropped $500Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
12312 Mayfield Rd. - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

9.2

Excellent

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Verified

12312 Mayfield Rd.

12312 Mayfield Rd, Cleveland, OH 44106

2 beds

2 baths

$3,045–$3,881

Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.

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Frequently asked questions for Cleveland, OH

Quick answers to common questions about the Cleveland rental market.

How much is rent in Cleveland?

The average rent in Cleveland is $1,200 per month as of November 7, 2026.

Is rent up or down in Cleveland?

Average rent prices in Cleveland have remained the same over the last month and have remained the same since last year.

How does Cleveland rent compare to the national average?

Rent in Cleveland is 37% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $700 less per month.

Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Cleveland?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Cleveland are North Collinwood ($962/mo), South Broadway ($995/mo), and Buckeye Shaker ($1,000/mo).

What salary do I need to afford rent in Cleveland?

To comfortably afford rent in Cleveland, you'd need to earn approximately $48,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.

When is the best time of year to rent in Cleveland?

January and December offer the best rental deals in Cleveland, with January seeing the lowest rents of the year. There's an 8.3% difference between peak September rents and off-peak January pricing, plus December has the least competition among renters.

Methodology

Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.

Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).