Last updated on November 12, 2026

Average rent in
Meridian, ID

Key takeaways for renters

  • Where Meridian rent stands today

    Meridian, ID rent rose 9.8% year over year, with a current median of $2,250/month. Renters today are paying $200 more per month on average than last year, reaching the peak rent level last seen this month in 2026-11.

  • Meridian runs 18.4% more expensive than the $1,900/month national median, positioning it as a pricier market with a total of 106 total rentals available across the city.

  • Price ranges

    Studios in Meridian rent for about $1,013/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,623/month, and 2-bedrooms near $1,608/month, with 3-bedrooms at $2,200/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,985/month.

  • Neighborhood spotlight

    Old Town Meridian saw rents climb 47.2% year over year, far outpacing the citywide increase. This neighborhood's rise reflects localized demand within Meridian, ID's broader rental market growth.

Median rent

Median rent in Meridian

$2,250/mo

increased by10%

vs previous year

The average rent in Meridian is $2,250 per month as of November 2026. This is 18% above the national average rent, or $350 more per month.

$1.40

average price per square foot

Total rentals

Available rentals in Meridian

106

for rent on Zumper.com as of November 2026

Rent price distribution

Share of Meridian rentals at each price point

70%53%35%18%0%
$0 - $1,500
$1,501 - $3,000
$3,001 - $4,500
$4,501 - $6,000
$6,001 - $50,000

Rent trends in Meridian, ID

Average rent prices in Meridian have increased by 1% over the last month and have increased by 10% 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 Meridian, ID

Rent prices in Meridian vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Meridian is $1,861, whereas a house costs $2,425. 1-bedroom apartments in Meridian run $1,636 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,589.

Listings

Studio

$1,013

65%

27%

1 bedroom

$1,623

6%

12%

2 bedroom

$1,608

No Change

7%

3 bedroom

$2,200

1%

5%

4 bedroom

$2,985

7%

7%

Studio

Average rent

$1,013

Last 30 days

65%

Last year

27%

1 bedroom

Average rent

$1,623

Last 30 days

6%

Last year

12%

2 bedroom

Average rent

$1,608

Last year

7%

3 bedroom

Average rent

$2,200

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

5%

4 bedroom

Average rent

$2,985

Last 30 days

7%

Last year

7%

Northeast Meridian

Average rent

$2,320

Southwest Meridian

Average rent

$1,863

Southeast Meridian

Average rent

$2,012

Old Town Meridian

Average rent

$1,989

Apartments

Average rent

$1,861

Last 30 days

5%

Last year

11%

Condos

Average rent

$650

Last 30 days

4%

Houses

Average rent

$2,425

Last 30 days

2%

Last year

8%

The table above reflects average rent prices in Meridian, ID, 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 Meridian, ID compare to other cities?

Compare median rent prices in Meridian and Boise City by all bedroom counts and property types.

Meridian

Median rent price$2,250
increased by18%

higher than the national median

Median rent price$1,895

Equal to the the national median

Takeaway

The median rent for all rentals in Meridian, ID is 19% higher than the median rent in Boise City, ID.

Discover rentals in Meridian, ID

436 E Pine Ave - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

Old Town Meridian house for rent in Meridian

3 beds

1 bath

$1,050

Price dropped $1,550Fees 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.
721 Nw 7th St - Photo 1 of 1
3D tour

5d+ ago

Old Town Meridian apartment for rent in Meridian

2 beds

1 bath

$1,295

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.
1478 W Sandalwood Dr - Photo 1 of 1
3D tour

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Meridian

2 beds

1 bath

$1,345

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.
1967 E. Wilson Lane - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

8.6

Very good

1967 E. Wilson Lane

1967 E Wilson Ln, Meridian, ID 83642

2 beds

1 bath

$1,395

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.
5118 N Cunard Way - Photo 1 of 1

19h ago

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5 beds

3 baths

$16,297

Price dropped $335Fees 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.
6960 W Redwood Creek Dr - Photo 1 of 1

19h ago

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5 beds

2 baths

$9,474

Price dropped $492Fees 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.
4512 N Trail Blazer Pl - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

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5 beds

2 baths

$9,370

Price dropped $2,582Fees 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.
4631 N Adale Ave - Photo 1 of 1

19h ago

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5 beds

3 baths

$7,897

Price dropped $487Fees 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.
Penn Station Apartments - Photo 1 of 1
Highly rated

18h ago

9.1

Excellent

Penn Station Apartments

1300 N Penn Station Ln, Meridian, ID 83642

2 beds

1 bath

$1,725

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.
SAW1530D - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8.8

Very good

SAW1530D

1530 W Ann Taylor St, Meridian, ID 83646

3 beds

2 baths

$1,695

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.
1288 E Everest St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Northeast Meridian apartment for rent in Meridian

2 beds

2.5 baths

$1,750

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.
3071 N Lapis Ave - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Northeast Meridian townhouse for rent in Meridian

3 beds

2 baths

$2,795

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.
4631 N Adale Ave - Photo 1 of 1

19h ago

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5 beds

3 baths

$7,897

Price dropped $487Fees 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.
4061 E Arch Dr - Photo 1 of 1

19h ago

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5 beds

2 baths

$7,793

Price dropped $459Fees 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.
5327 N Red Hills Pl - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

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5 beds

2 baths

$7,896

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.
6960 W Redwood Creek Dr - Photo 1 of 1

19h ago

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Verified

5 beds

2 baths

$9,474

Price dropped $492Fees 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.
Pine 43 - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

8.3

Very good

Pine 43

N Meadowglen Ave, Meridian, ID 83642

3 beds

2 baths

$2,195

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.
4631 N Adale Ave - Photo 1 of 1

19h ago

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Verified

5 beds

3 baths

$7,897

Price dropped $487Fees 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.
187 W Waukesha St - Photo 1 of 1

19h ago

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4 beds

2 baths

$6,552

Price dropped $647Fees 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.
5118 N Cunard Way - Photo 1 of 1

19h ago

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Verified

5 beds

3 baths

$16,297

Price dropped $335Fees 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 Meridian, ID

Quick answers to common questions about the Meridian rental market.

How much is rent in Meridian?

The average rent in Meridian is $2,250 per month as of November 7, 2026.

Is rent up or down in Meridian?

Average rent prices in Meridian have increased by 1% over the last month and have increased by 10% since last year.

How does Meridian rent compare to the national average?

Rent in Meridian is 18% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $350 more per month.

Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Meridian?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Meridian are Southwest Meridian ($1,863/mo), Old Town Meridian ($1,989/mo), and Southeast Meridian ($2,012/mo).

What salary do I need to afford rent in Meridian?

To comfortably afford rent in Meridian, you'd need to earn approximately $90,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.

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

December offers the best rental deals in Meridian, with rents running about 7.3% lower than April's peak prices. December also sees the least competition from other renters, while March and May are the most competitive months.

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).