Last updated on June 15, 2026

Average rent in
Reno, NV

Key takeaways for renters

  • Where Reno rent stands today

    Reno, NV rent rose 4.2% year over year, with a current median of $1,768/month. Renters are paying $141 more per month on average than last year, while month-to-month rent is essentially flat after a recent peak in March 2026.

  • Reno sits 9.4% more affordable than the $1,950/month national median, with 383 total rentals offering a moderate-sized market for renters seeking value in the West.

  • Price ranges

    Studios in Reno run around $1,085/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,300/month, and 2-bedrooms around $1,700/month, with 4+ bedrooms reaching $3,150/month. Houses rent for a median of $2,600/month while apartments sit at $1,495/month, reflecting distinct price tiers for different property types.

  • Neighborhood spotlight

    Dandini Regional Center rents fell 64.4% year over year to $1,050/month across 18 rentals. This steep local decline contrasts with the citywide 4.2% rent increase and shows a significant hyperlocal shift in Reno's rental market.

Median rent

Median rent in Reno

$1,767/mo

increased by4%

vs previous year

The average rent in Reno is $1,767 per month as of June 2026. This is 9% below the national average rent, or $182 less per month.

$1.60

average price per square foot

Total rentals

Available rentals in Reno

383

for rent on Zumper.com as of June 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 remained the same 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 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 $2,600. 1-bedroom apartments in Reno run $1,300 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,600.

Listings

Studio

$1,085

3%

6%

1 bedroom

$1,300

2%

9%

2 bedroom

$1,700

1%

2%

3 bedroom

$2,550

5%

14%

4 bedroom

$3,150

3%

6%

Studio

Average rent

$1,085

Last 30 days

3%

Last year

6%

1 bedroom

Average rent

$1,300

Last 30 days

2%

Last year

9%

2 bedroom

Average rent

$1,700

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

2%

3 bedroom

Average rent

$2,550

Last 30 days

5%

Last year

14%

4 bedroom

Average rent

$3,150

Last 30 days

3%

Last year

6%

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$1,767
decreased by9%

lower than the national median

Median rent price$2,150
increased by10%

higher than the national median

Takeaway

The median rent for all rentals in Reno, NV is 18% 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

The Towers at Pink Hill - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

8.3

Very good

The Towers at Pink Hill

1385 N Virginia St, Reno, NV 89503

Studio–4 beds

1–3 baths

$749–$1,510

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

Apartment for rent

46 W 10th St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

University of Nevada condo for rent in Reno

1 bed

0.5 baths

$760

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

Condo for rent

Available Jun 2

Whittell Pointe I and II - Photo 1 of 1
Rent special

44m ago

8.8

Very good

Whittell Pointe I and II

1855 Selmi Dr, Reno, NV 89512

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$772–$1,754

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

Apartment for rent

Zephyr Pointe - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

8.8

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.

Apartment for rent

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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 $1,767 per month as of June 13, 2026.

Is rent up or down in Reno?

Average rent prices in Reno have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 4% since last year.

How does Reno rent compare to the national average?

Rent in Reno is 9% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $182 less per month.

Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Reno?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Reno are Wells Avenue Neighborhood ($1,300/mo), Washoe Regional Center ($1,347/mo), and Downtown Reno ($1,389/mo).

What salary do I need to afford rent in Reno?

To comfortably afford rent in Reno, you'd need to earn approximately $71,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.

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

Reno's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $1,300 per month, while two-bedroom units rent for around $1,700 monthly. These figures reflect the current pricing across Nevada's largest little city for renters seeking these popular apartment sizes.

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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