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Last updated on June 29, 2026
Average rent in
Meridian, ID
Average rent in
Last updated on June 29, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
Where Meridian rent stands today
Meridian, ID rent rose 18.0% year over year, with a current median of $2,200/month. This exceeds the peak rent of $2,192/month recorded in June 2026, marking a continued upward trend for renters in the city.
Compared to national trends
Meridian runs 12.8% more expensive than the $1,950/month national median, positioning it as a pricier market with a total of 146 total rentals available for choice.
Price ranges
Studios in Meridian rent for $1,425/month, 1-bedrooms for $1,526/month, 2-bedrooms for $1,500/month, 3-bedrooms at $2,200/month, and 4+ bedrooms at $2,795/month. These figures outline the range renters can expect by bedroom size in Meridian, ID.
Median rent
Median rent in Meridian
$2,200/mo
18%vs previous year
The average rent in Meridian is $2,200 per month as of June 2026. This is 13% above the national average rent, or $250 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Meridian
146
for rent on Zumper.com as of June 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Meridian rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Meridian, ID
Average rent prices in Meridian have increased by 7% over the last month and have increased by 18% 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 $1,672, whereas a house costs $2,395. 1-bedroom apartments in Meridian run $1,537 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,532.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,425 |  64% | 22% | |
1 bedroom | $1,526 | No Change | No Change | |
2 bedroom | $1,500 | 3% | 6% | |
3 bedroom | $2,200 | 8% | 14% | |
4 bedroom | $2,795 | 27% | 47% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Northeast Meridian | $2,195 | |
Old Town Meridian | $1,496 | |
Southeast Meridian | $2,037 | |
Southwest Meridian | $1,840 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,672 | 33% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,395 | 2% | No Change | |
Houses | $2,395 | 5% | No Change | |
Rooms | $872 | 17% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,425
Last 30 days
64%
Last year
22%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,526
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
No Change
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,500
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
6%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,200
Last 30 days
8%
Last year
14%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,795
Last 30 days
27%
Last year
47%
Northeast Meridian
Average rent
$2,195
Southwest Meridian
Average rent
$1,840
Old Town Meridian
Average rent
$1,496
Southeast Meridian
Average rent
$2,037
Apartments
Average rent
$1,672
Last 30 days
33%
Condos
Average rent
$1,395
Last 30 days
2%
Houses
Average rent
$2,395
Last 30 days
5%
Rooms
Average rent
$872
Last 30 days
17%
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
13%higher than the national median
12%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Meridian, ID is 29% higher than the median rent in Boise City, ID.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,708
13%$1,575
12%$1,597
27%$2,472
14%$2,300
42%$1,795
2%$2,095
18%$2,200
17%$1,725
26%$1,500
14%$2,395
2%$1,395
3%Discover rentals in Meridian, ID
4d ago
Old Town Meridian apartment for rent in Meridian
1222 Ne 4th St #23, Meridian, ID 83642
2 beds
1 bath
$1,145
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 1
4d ago
1233 Ne 4th St, Meridian, ID 83642
2 beds
1 bath
$1,145
Apartment for rent
4d ago
511 W Pine Ave, Meridian, ID 83642
2 beds
1 bath
$1,195
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Old Town Meridian apartment for rent in Meridian
714 W Broadway Ave, Meridian, ID 83642
2 beds
1 bath
$1,195
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
5 beds
3.5 baths
$11,326
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
5 beds
2.5 baths
$7,831
Apartment for rent
1h ago
Verified
5 beds
2.5 baths
$7,948
$7,700
Price drop
Apartment for rent
1h ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$7,489
$7,381
Price drop
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1530 W Ann Taylor St, Meridian, ID 83646
2 beds
2 baths
$1,595
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Northeast Meridian apartment for rent in Meridian
2 beds
1 bath
$1,525
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Northeast Meridian townhouse for rent in Meridian
3 beds
2 baths
$2,950
House for rent
5d+ ago
Northeast Meridian apartment for rent in Meridian
2 beds
2.5 baths
$1,649
Apartment for rent
18h ago
188 S Umbria Hills Way, Meridian, ID 83642
2–3 beds
2 baths
$1,612–$1,817
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1300 N Penn Station Ln, Meridian, ID 83642
2 beds
1 bath
$1,650
Apartment for rent
1h ago
Verified
5 beds
2 baths
$3,489
$3,309
Price drop
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1001 W Broadway Ave, Meridian, ID 83642
3 beds
2 baths
$1,475
Apartment for rent
1h ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$4,645
$3,836
Price drop
Apartment for rent
1h ago
Verified
5 beds
2 baths
$3,489
$3,309
Price drop
Apartment for rent
1h ago
Verified
5 beds
2.5 baths
$7,948
$7,700
Price drop
Apartment for rent
1h ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$7,489
$7,381
Price drop
Apartment for rent
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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 $2,200 per month as of June 27, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Meridian?
Average rent prices in Meridian have increased by 7% over the last month and have increased by 18% since last year.
How does Meridian rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Meridian is 13% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $250 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Meridian?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Meridian are Old Town Meridian ($1,496/mo), Southwest Meridian ($1,840/mo), and Southeast Meridian ($2,037/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Meridian?
To comfortably afford rent in Meridian, you'd need to earn approximately $88,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Meridian?
Meridian's 2025 rental market shows 1-bedroom apartments averaging around $1,400 per month, while 2-bedroom units average around $1,600 monthly. These figures reflect current market conditions across the city's diverse neighborhood options.
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).