Last updated on October 31, 2026

Average rent in
Davenport, IA

Key takeaways for renters

  • Where Davenport rent stands today

    Davenport, IA rent slipped 4.3% year over year, with a current median of $909/month. Renters today are paying $41 less per month on average than last year, though rents have risen 2.7% month over month recently.

  • Vs. national rents

    Davenport runs roughly 52.2% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, making it an accessible market for renters seeking value. The city offers 120 total rentals across a range of options.

  • Price ranges

    Studios in Davenport rent for $745/month, 1-bedrooms for $775/month, and 2-bedrooms for $988/month, with larger units reaching $1,675/month. Apartments make up 74.8% of rentals at a median of $885/month, while houses rent for $1,300/month.

  • Neighborhood spotlight

    Riverview Terrace rents climbed 23.6% year over year to $825/month, contrasting with Mcclellan Heights where rents fell 32.4% to $875/month. These shifts stand out against the citywide 4.3% decline, showing divergent neighborhood trends.

Median rent

Median rent in Davenport

$909/mo

decreased by4%

vs previous year

The average rent in Davenport is $909 per month as of October 2026. This is 52% below the national average rent, or $991 less per month.

$1.24

average price per square foot

Total rentals

Available rentals in Davenport

120

for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026

Rent price distribution

Share of Davenport 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 Davenport, IA

Average rent prices in Davenport have increased by 3% over the last month and have decreased by 4% 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 Davenport, IA

Rent prices in Davenport vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Davenport is $885, whereas a house costs $1,300. 1-bedroom apartments in Davenport run $775 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $975.

Listings

Studio

$745

6%

18%

1 bedroom

$775

1%

3%

2 bedroom

$987

No Change

4%

3 bedroom

$1,300

7%

2%

4 bedroom

$1,675

3%

16%

Studio

Average rent

$745

Last 30 days

6%

Last year

18%

1 bedroom

Average rent

$775

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

3%

2 bedroom

Average rent

$987

Last year

4%

3 bedroom

Average rent

$1,300

Last 30 days

7%

Last year

2%

4 bedroom

Average rent

$1,675

Last 30 days

3%

Last year

16%

The table above reflects average rent prices in Davenport, IA, 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 Davenport, IA compare to other cities?

Compare median rent prices in Davenport and Bettendorf by all bedroom counts and property types.

Davenport

Median rent price$909
decreased by52%

lower than the national median

Median rent price$1,200
decreased by37%

lower than the national median

Takeaway

The median rent for all rentals in Davenport, IA is 24% lower than the median rent in Bettendorf, IA.

Cost of living in Davenport, IA

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
Groceries3% lower
Health7% lower
Housing19% lower
Transportation5% higher
Utilities20% lower

Discover rentals in Davenport, IA

Marycrest Apartments Waiving the Application Fee for August - Photo 1 of 1
Age restricted

4h ago

9.2

Excellent

1–2 beds

1 bath

$525–$740

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.
Oak Valley Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

17h ago

8.8

Very good

Oak Valley Apartments

1140 E 37th St, Davenport, IA 52807

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$607–$1,262

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.
432 W 3rd St #6 - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

Downtown Davenport apartment for rent in Davenport

2 beds

1 bath

$700

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.
710 W 63rd St. - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

8

Very good

710 W 63rd St.

710 W 63rd St, Davenport, IA 52806

2 beds

1 bath

$750

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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Frequently asked questions for Davenport, IA

Quick answers to common questions about the Davenport rental market.

How much is rent in Davenport?

The average rent in Davenport is $909 per month as of October 24, 2026.

Is rent up or down in Davenport?

Average rent prices in Davenport have increased by 3% over the last month and have decreased by 4% since last year.

How does Davenport rent compare to the national average?

Rent in Davenport is 52% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $991 less per month.

Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Davenport?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Davenport are Riverview Terrace ($825/mo), Jefferson ($837/mo), and Centennial Gateway ($875/mo).

What salary do I need to afford rent in Davenport?

To comfortably afford rent in Davenport, you'd need to earn approximately $36,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.

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

October and December offer the best rental opportunities in Davenport, with October seeing the lowest rents and December having the least competition from other 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).

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