Last updated on November 10, 2026

Average rent in
Middletown, RI

Key takeaways for renters

  • The bottom line

    Middletown, RI rent rose 17.2% year over year, with a current median of $3,400/month. Renters today are paying $500 more per month on average than last year despite a 2.9% month-over-month decline.

  • Vs. national rents

    Middletown runs roughly 1.8× the $1,900/month national median. The city has 61 total rentals, showing a relatively small inventory size.

  • Price ranges

    Studio rents in Middletown sit at $10,000/month, while 1-bedrooms are around $2,200/month and 2-bedrooms around $2,650/month. Three-bedroom units rent for a median of $3,400/month, and 4+ bedrooms reach $4,100/month, covering a wide span by bedroom count.

  • What you'll pay

    Houses rent for a median of $3,850/month compared to $3,000/month for apartments, which make up 49.4% of total rentals. Renters face different costs depending on property type.

Median rent

Median rent in Middletown

$3,400/mo

increased by17%

vs previous year

The average rent in Middletown is $3,400 per month as of November 2026. This is 79% above the national average rent, or $1,500 more per month.

$2.19

average price per square foot

Total rentals

Available rentals in Middletown

61

for rent on Zumper.com as of November 2026

Rent price distribution

Share of Middletown rentals at each price point

45%34%23%11%0%
$0 - $1,500
$1,501 - $3,000
$3,001 - $4,500
$4,501 - $6,000
$6,001 - $50,000

Rent trends in Middletown, RI

Average rent prices in Middletown have decreased by 3% over the last month and have increased by 17% 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 Middletown, RI

Rent prices in Middletown vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Middletown is $3,000, whereas a house costs $3,850. 1-bedroom apartments in Middletown run $1,950 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $2,425.

Listings

Studio

$10,000

No Change

-

1 bedroom

$2,200

8%

10%

2 bedroom

$2,650

No Change

9%

3 bedroom

$3,400

3%

2%

4 bedroom

$4,100

3%

21%

Studio

Average rent

$10,000

1 bedroom

Average rent

$2,200

Last 30 days

8%

Last year

10%

2 bedroom

Average rent

$2,650

Last year

9%

3 bedroom

Average rent

$3,400

Last 30 days

3%

Last year

2%

4 bedroom

Average rent

$4,100

Last 30 days

3%

Last year

21%

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 Middletown, RI.

Apartments

Average rent

$3,000

Last year

40%

Condos

Average rent

$3,400

Last year

37%

Houses

Average rent

$3,850

Last 30 days

10%

Last year

18%

The table above reflects average rent prices in Middletown, RI, 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 Middletown, RI compare to other cities?

Compare median rent prices in Middletown and Barrington by all bedroom counts and property types.

Middletown

Median rent price$3,400
increased by79%

higher than the national median

Median rent price$2,300
increased by21%

higher than the national median

Takeaway

The median rent for all rentals in Middletown, RI is 48% higher than the median rent in Barrington, RI.

Discover rentals in Middletown, RI

194 N Fenner Ave ##D - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Middletown

2 beds

1 bath

$2,150

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.
534 Aquidneck Ave ##A - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Middletown

2 beds

1 bath

$2,150

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.
74 Orchard Ave - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Middletown

2 beds

1 bath

$2,200

Price dropped $100Fees 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.
211 Wolcott Ave ##1 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Middletown

2 beds

1 bath

$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.
561 Indian Ave - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

House for rent in Middletown

Residential Lease, Middletown, RI

561 Indian Ave, Middletown, RI 02842

5 beds

5.5 baths

$70,000

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.
400 3rd Beach Rd - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Middletown

Residential Lease, Middletown, RI

400 3rd Beach Rd, Middletown, RI 02842

4 beds

2 baths

$25,000

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.
76 Warren Ave - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Middletown

Residential Lease, Middletown, RI

76 Warren Ave, Middletown, RI 02842

4 beds

3 baths

$25,000

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.
93 Shore Dr - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Middletown

3 beds

2 baths

$18,000

Price dropped $12,000Fees 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.
Northgate Apartments - Photo 1 of 1
Highly rated

2h ago

8.8

Very good

Northgate Apartments

3 Admiralty Dr, Middletown, RI 02842

1–2 beds

1 bath

$1,950–$2,425

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.
1 Shangri La Ln - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

Condo for rent in Middletown

Renovated Duplex 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath - Middletown, RI

1 Shangri La Ln, Middletown, RI 02842

2 beds

1 bath

$2,600

Price dropped $200Fees 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.
3 Paul Ave - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

Apartment for rent in Middletown

3 beds

2 baths

$4,000

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.
223 Oliphant Ln ##A - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

Townhouse for rent in Middletown

2 beds

1 bath

$2,800

Price dropped $350Fees 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.
Northgate Apartments - Photo 1 of 1
Highly rated

2h ago

8.8

Very good

Northgate Apartments

3 Admiralty Dr, Middletown, RI 02842

1–2 beds

1 bath

$1,950–$2,425

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.
1 Shangri La Ln - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

Condo for rent in Middletown

Renovated Duplex 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath - Middletown, RI

1 Shangri La Ln, Middletown, RI 02842

2 beds

1 bath

$2,600

Price dropped $200Fees 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.
130 Reservoir Rd #B - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Middletown

$1,750 - Studio In Middletown With Great Amenities

130 Reservoir Rd #B, Middletown, RI 02842

Studio

1 bath

$1,750

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.
97 Center Ave - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Middletown

Residential Lease, Middletown, RI

97 Center Ave, Middletown, RI 02842

2 beds

1 bath

$2,300

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.
45 Mariner Way - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

Townhouse for rent in Middletown

2 beds

1 bath

$2,800

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.
1 Shangri La Ln - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

Condo for rent in Middletown

Renovated Duplex 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath - Middletown, RI

1 Shangri La Ln, Middletown, RI 02842

2 beds

1 bath

$2,600

Price dropped $200Fees 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.
3 Paul Ave - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

Apartment for rent in Middletown

3 beds

2 baths

$4,000

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.
223 Oliphant Ln ##A - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

Townhouse for rent in Middletown

2 beds

1 bath

$2,800

Price dropped $350Fees 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 Middletown, RI

Quick answers to common questions about the Middletown rental market.

How much is rent in Middletown?

The average rent in Middletown is $3,400 per month as of November 7, 2026.

Is rent up or down in Middletown?

Average rent prices in Middletown have decreased by 3% over the last month and have increased by 17% since last year.

How does Middletown rent compare to the national average?

Rent in Middletown is 79% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $1,500 more per month.

What salary do I need to afford rent in Middletown?

To comfortably afford rent in Middletown, you'd need to earn approximately $136,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.

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

November offers the best rental deals in Middletown, with rents running about 16% lower than peak summer prices. July sees the highest rents, so timing your search for late fall can lead to meaningful savings.

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).