Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on October 22, 2026
Average rent in
Johnson City, TN
Average rent in
Last updated on October 22, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Johnson City, TN rent slipped 3.6% year over year, with a current median of $1,350/month. Renters today are paying $37 less per month on average than last year, while month-to-month rent is essentially flat.
Compared to national trends
Johnson City sits 28.9% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, making it a more accessible market for renters seeking value in the region with 171 total rentals.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Johnson City rents range from $995/month for 1-bed units to $2,500/month for 4+ bedrooms. Studios rent for $1,162/month, while 2-bed units match the city median at $1,350/month, reflecting the variety available for different renter needs.
Median rent
Median rent in Johnson City
$1,350/mo
4%vs previous year
The average rent in Johnson City is $1,350 per month as of October 2026. This is 29% below the national average rent, or $550 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Johnson City
171
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Johnson City rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Johnson City, TN
Average rent prices in Johnson City have remained the same 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
Johnson City, TN
Rent prices in Johnson City vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Johnson City is $1,197, whereas a house costs $1,700. 1-bedroom apartments in Johnson City run $950 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,237.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,162 |  5% | 6% | |
1 bedroom | $995 | No Change | 12% | |
2 bedroom | $1,349 | 3% | 2% | |
3 bedroom | $1,939 | 3% | 2% | |
4 bedroom | $2,500 | No Change | 5% |
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Johnson City, TN.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,197 | 2% | 4% | |
Condos | $1,500 | 11% | 10% | |
Houses | $1,700 | 2% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$1,162
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
6%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$995
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
12%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,349
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
2%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,939
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
2%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,500
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
5%
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Johnson City, TN.
Apartments
Average rent
$1,197
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
4%
Condos
Average rent
$1,500
Last 30 days
11%
Last year
10%
Houses
Average rent
$1,700
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
No Change
The table above reflects average rent prices in Johnson City, TN, 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 Johnson City, TN compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Johnson City and Asheville by all bedroom counts and property types.
Johnson City
29%lower than the national median
4%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Johnson City, TN is 26% lower than the median rent in Asheville, NC.
Average rent in nearby cities
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22%Cost of living in Johnson City, TN
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 & Services | 4% higher |
| Groceries | 5% lower |
| Health | 12% lower |
| Housing | 2% lower |
| Transportation | 14% lower |
| Utilities | 9% lower |
Discover rentals in Johnson City, TN
1d ago
210 W Locust St, Johnson City, TN 37604
1 bed
1 bath
$550
Apartment for rent
3d ago
3130 Rocky Top Rd, Johnson City, TN 37601
1–2 beds
1 bath
$609–$874
Apartment for rent
15h ago
505 Stanley Ave, Johnson City, TN 37604
1–2 beds
1 bath
$798–$950
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Johnson City
2 beds
1 bath
$825
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 15
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Johnson City
4 beds
3.5 baths
$4,000
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$3,964
Price dropped $214Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$3,666
Price dropped $209Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Johnson City
753 Gardenia Dr, Johnson City, TN 37615
3 beds
2 baths
$3,500
House for rent
8h ago
Verified
1084 W Oakland Ave, Johnson City, TN 37604
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,057–$2,145
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
1062 W Oakland Ave, Johnson City, TN 37604
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,638–$2,413
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 6-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
12h ago
Lakecrest Ln, Johnson City, TN 37615
2 beds
1 bath
$1,350
Apartment for rent
1d ago
2202 Greenbriar Cir, Johnson City, TN 37601
3 beds
1 bath
$1,575
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
105 Lori Ann Dr #6, Johnson City, TN 37601
2 beds
1.5 baths
$1,100
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.House for rent
Available Oct 15
8h ago
Verified
1084 W Oakland Ave, Johnson City, TN 37604
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,057–$2,145
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
1062 W Oakland Ave, Johnson City, TN 37604
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,638–$2,413
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 6-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
1d ago
2202 Greenbriar Cir, Johnson City, TN 37601
3 beds
1 bath
$1,575
Apartment for rent
8h ago
Verified
1084 W Oakland Ave, Johnson City, TN 37604
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,057–$2,145
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
1062 W Oakland Ave, Johnson City, TN 37604
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,638–$2,413
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 6-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
1d ago
2202 Greenbriar Cir, Johnson City, TN 37601
3 beds
1 bath
$1,575
Apartment for rent
2d ago
120 Reeser Rd, Johnson City, TN 37601
2 beds
1 bath
$1,175
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Johnson City, TN
Quick answers to common questions about the Johnson City rental market.
How much is rent in Johnson City?
The average rent in Johnson City is $1,350 per month as of October 17, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Johnson City?
Average rent prices in Johnson City have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 4% since last year.
How does Johnson City rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Johnson City is 29% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $550 less per month.
What salary do I need to afford rent in Johnson City?
To comfortably afford rent in Johnson City, you'd need to earn approximately $54,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Johnson City?
May offers the lowest rents in Johnson City, running about 8.1% below July's peak pricing. This seasonal pattern creates clear timing opportunities for renters looking to optimize their housing costs.
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).