Last updated on September 13, 2026

Average rent in
Reno, NV

Key takeaways for renters

  • Where Reno rent stands today

    Reno, NV rent rose 2.6% year over year, with a current median of $1,795/month. Renters today are paying $96 more per month on average than last year, despite a slight 0.7% month-over-month dip from the recent peak in August 2026.

  • Reno sits 5.5% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, with 412 total rentals offering a moderate-sized market for renters seeking options in the region.

  • Price ranges

    Studios in Reno run around $1,100/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,350/month, and 2-bedrooms around $1,725/month. Larger units reach $3,345/month for 4+ bedrooms, while houses rent for $2,695/month and apartments for $1,495/month, reflecting a diverse inventory mix.

  • Neighborhood spotlight

    Somersett rents fell 82.5% year over year to $2,100/month across 20 rentals, with Rancharrah down 63.8% and Juniper Ridge down 56.1%. These steep local declines contrast with the citywide 2.6% rent increase and show a concentrated cooldown in these neighborhoods.

Median rent

Median rent in Reno

$1,795/mo

increased by3%

vs previous year

The average rent in Reno is $1,795 per month as of September 2026. This is 6% below the national average rent, or $105 less per month.

$1.61

average price per square foot

Total rentals

Available rentals in Reno

412

for rent on Zumper.com as of September 2026

Rent price distribution

Share of Reno rentals at each price point

35%26%18%9%0%
$0 - $750
$751 - $1,500
$1,501 - $2,250
$2,251 - $3,000
$3,001+

Rent trends in Reno, NV

Average rent prices in Reno have decreased by 1% over the last month and have increased by 3% 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 Reno, NV

Rent prices in Reno vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Reno is $1,495, whereas a house costs $2,695. 1-bedroom apartments in Reno run $1,365 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,645.

Listings

Studio

$1,099

No Change

2%

1 bedroom

$1,350

1%

9%

2 bedroom

$1,725

1%

1%

3 bedroom

$2,615

1%

5%

4 bedroom

$3,345

2%

18%

Studio

Average rent

$1,099

Last 30 days

No Change

Last year

2%

1 bedroom

Average rent

$1,350

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

9%

2 bedroom

Average rent

$1,725

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

1%

3 bedroom

Average rent

$2,615

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

5%

4 bedroom

Average rent

$3,345

Last 30 days

2%

Last year

18%

The table above reflects average rent prices in Reno, NV, 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 Reno, NV compare to other cities?

Compare median rent prices in Reno and Carnelian Bay by all bedroom counts and property types.

Reno

Median rent price$1,795
decreased by6%

lower than the national median

Median rent price$3,000
increased by58%

higher than the national median

Takeaway

The median rent for all rentals in Reno, NV is 40% lower than the median rent in Carnelian Bay, CA.

Cost of living in Reno, NV

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 & Services4% lower
Groceries3% higher
Health5% lower
Housing19% higher
Transportation16% higher
Utilities22% lower

Discover rentals in Reno, NV

Zephyr Pointe - Photo 1 of 1

15h ago

8.2

Very good

Zephyr Pointe

10640 N Mccarran Blvd, Reno, NV 89503

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$813–$1,747

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.
160 Linden St #4 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Reno

1 bed

1 bath

$825

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.
Pinyon Apartments - Photo 1 of 1
Rent special
New construction

5d+ ago

8.8

Very good

Pinyon Apartments

1130 E Moana Ln, Reno, NV 89502

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$989–$1,754

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.
Timbers West - Photo 1 of 1

10h ago

8.3

Very good

Timbers West

1405 Carlin St, Reno, NV 89503

2 beds

1 bath

$1,245–$1,425

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.

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Frequently asked questions for Reno, NV

Quick answers to common questions about the Reno rental market.

How much is rent in Reno?

The average rent in Reno is $1,795 per month as of September 12, 2026.

Is rent up or down in Reno?

Average rent prices in Reno have decreased by 1% over the last month and have increased by 3% since last year.

How does Reno rent compare to the national average?

Rent in Reno is 6% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $105 less per month.

Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Reno?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Reno are Downtown Reno ($1,442/mo), Wells Avenue Neighborhood ($1,470/mo), and Convention Center ($1,495/mo).

What salary do I need to afford rent in Reno?

To comfortably afford rent in Reno, you'd need to earn approximately $72,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.

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

April offers the lowest rents in Reno while August sees the highest, with about 4.5% difference between peak and off-peak months. December is the least competitive month with lower demand, making both April and December good times to find better deals.

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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