Last updated on May 21, 2026

Average rent in
Orem, UT

Key takeaways for renters

  • Where Orem rent stands today

    Orem, UT rent rose 3.9% year over year, with a current median of $1,402/month. Renters are paying $231 more per month on average than last year, continuing a climb that is close to the recent peak of $1,420/month in December 2025.

  • Orem sits 28.0% more affordable than the $1,949/month national median, offering a mid-tier market with 129 total rentals and a median rent near the recent peak.

  • Price ranges

    Studios in Orem run at $1,700/month, 1-bedrooms at $1,050/month, 2-bedrooms at $1,325/month, 3-bedrooms at $1,799/month, and 4+ bedrooms at $2,398/month. These ranges reflect the variety of options available for renters across bedroom sizes.

  • Neighborhood spotlight

    Orem's Northridge neighborhood saw rents fall 46.9% year over year to $1,325/month across 22 rentals. Aspen and Suncrest neighborhoods climbed 27.5% and 32.2% respectively, indicating varied local market dynamics. These shifts contrast with the citywide rise of 3.9%.

Median rent

Median rent in Orem

$1,402/mo

increased by4%

vs previous year

The average rent in Orem is $1,402 per month as of May 2026. This is 28% below the national average rent, or $546 less per month.

$1.08

average price per square foot

Total rentals

Available rentals in Orem

129

for rent on Zumper.com as of May 2026

Rent price distribution

Share of Orem rentals at each price point

45%34%23%11%0%
$0 - $750
$751 - $1,500
$1,501 - $2,250
$2,251 - $3,000
$3,001+

Rent trends in Orem, UT

Average rent prices in Orem have increased by 3% over the last month and have increased 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 Orem, UT

Rent prices in Orem vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Orem is $1,325, whereas a house costs $2,125. 1-bedroom apartments in Orem run $1,050 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,325.

Listings

Studio

$1,700

1%

96%

1 bedroom

$1,050

9%

8%

2 bedroom

$1,325

No Change

2%

3 bedroom

$1,799

1%

3%

4 bedroom

$2,397

1%

42%

Studio

Average rent

$1,700

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

96%

1 bedroom

Average rent

$1,050

Last 30 days

9%

Last year

8%

2 bedroom

Average rent

$1,325

Last 30 days

No Change

Last year

2%

3 bedroom

Average rent

$1,799

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

3%

4 bedroom

Average rent

$2,397

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

42%

The table above reflects average rent prices in Orem, UT, 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 Orem, UT compare to other cities?

Compare median rent prices in Orem and American Fork by all bedroom counts and property types.

Orem

Median rent price$1,402
decreased by28%

lower than the national median

Median rent price$1,595
decreased by18%

lower than the national median

Takeaway

The median rent for all rentals in Orem, UT is 12% lower than the median rent in American Fork, UT.

Cost of living in Orem, UT

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 & Services1% higher
Groceries3% lower
Health10% lower
Housing11% higher
Transportation7% higher
Utilities7% lower

Discover rentals in Orem, UT

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2d ago

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2.5 baths

$565

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5d+ ago

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Available Apr 8

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4 beds

2.5 baths

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2d ago

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2.5 baths

$575

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Frequently asked questions for Orem, UT

Quick answers to common questions about the Orem rental market.

How much is rent in Orem?

The average rent in Orem is $1,402 per month as of May 16, 2026.

Is rent up or down in Orem?

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

How does Orem rent compare to the national average?

Rent in Orem is 28% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $546 less per month.

Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Orem?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Orem are Sunset Heights ($1,050/mo), Hillcrest ($1,245/mo), and Sharon ($1,325/mo).

What salary do I need to afford rent in Orem?

To comfortably afford rent in Orem, you'd need to earn approximately $56,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.

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

Orem's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $1,200 per month, while two-bedroom units rent for around $1,300 monthly. These figures reflect current pricing across Utah County's rental inventory.

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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