Last updated on November 1, 2026

Average rent in
Sparks, NV

Key takeaways for renters

  • The bottom line

    Sparks, NV rent rose 4.6% year over year, with a current median of $2,295/month. Renters today are paying $100 more per month on average than last year despite a recent month-over-month decline of 6.8%.

  • Sparks rents run 20.8% more expensive than the $1,900/month national median, placing Sparks in a higher price tier relative to the broader market with 104 total rentals available.

  • Price ranges

    Studios in Sparks rent for about $1,224/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,300/month, 2-bedrooms near $1,763/month, and 4+ bedrooms reach $3,025/month. Houses command a median of $2,595/month while apartments sit at $1,545/month, with apartments making up 60.5% of total rentals.

  • Neighborhood spotlight

    In Sparks, NV, Kiley Ranch South rents fell 23.0% year over year to $2,075/month, with D'andrea and Wingfield Springs also seeing declines near 20%. These local drops contrast with the citywide 4.6% rent increase and show uneven neighborhood trends.

Median rent

Median rent in Sparks

$2,295/mo

increased by5%

vs previous year

The average rent in Sparks is $2,295 per month as of October 2026. This is 21% above the national average rent, or $395 more per month.

$1.84

average price per square foot

Total rentals

Available rentals in Sparks

104

for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026

Rent price distribution

Share of Sparks rentals at each price point

60%45%30%15%0%
$0 - $1,500
$1,501 - $3,000
$3,001 - $4,500
$4,501 - $6,000
$6,001 - $50,000

Rent trends in Sparks, NV

Average rent prices in Sparks have decreased by 7% over the last month and have increased by 5% 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 Sparks, NV

Rent prices in Sparks vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Sparks is $1,545, whereas a house costs $2,595. 1-bedroom apartments in Sparks run $1,326 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,704.

Listings

Studio

$1,224

30%

9%

1 bedroom

$1,300

4%

No Change

2 bedroom

$1,763

No Change

1%

3 bedroom

$2,500

4%

4%

4 bedroom

$3,025

3%

8%

Studio

Average rent

$1,224

Last 30 days

30%

Last year

9%

1 bedroom

Average rent

$1,300

Last 30 days

4%

2 bedroom

Average rent

$1,763

Last year

1%

3 bedroom

Average rent

$2,500

Last 30 days

4%

Last year

4%

4 bedroom

Average rent

$3,025

Last 30 days

3%

Last year

8%

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

Compare median rent prices in Sparks and Carson City by all bedroom counts and property types.

Sparks

Median rent price$2,295
increased by21%

higher than the national median

Median rent price$1,800
decreased by5%

lower than the national median

Takeaway

The median rent for all rentals in Sparks, NV is 28% higher than the median rent in Carson City, NV.

Cost of living in Sparks, 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 & Services3% lower
Groceries3% higher
Health1% lower
Housing19% higher
Transportation17% higher
Utilities24% lower

Discover rentals in Sparks, NV

Sierra Crest - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

7.5

Very good

Sierra Crest

795 Prater Way, Sparks, NV 89431

1–2 beds

1 bath

$599–$1,244

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.
2560 E St #G - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Sparks

2 beds

1 bath

$1,095

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.
Wingfield Hills Rd - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Pioneer Meadows apartment for rent in Sparks

2 beds

2 baths

$1,166

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.
634F - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

8

Very good

634F

634 15th St, Sparks, NV 89431

2 beds

1 bath

$1,325

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.

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Frequently asked questions for Sparks, NV

Quick answers to common questions about the Sparks rental market.

How much is rent in Sparks?

The average rent in Sparks is $2,295 per month as of October 31, 2026.

Is rent up or down in Sparks?

Average rent prices in Sparks have decreased by 7% over the last month and have increased by 5% since last year.

How does Sparks rent compare to the national average?

Rent in Sparks is 21% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $395 more per month.

Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Sparks?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Sparks are Wildcreek ($1,754/mo), Kiley Ranch South ($2,075/mo), and D'andrea ($2,145/mo).

What salary do I need to afford rent in Sparks?

To comfortably afford rent in Sparks, you'd need to earn approximately $92,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.

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

February offers the best rental deals in Sparks, with rents running about 9.4% lower than peak August prices. December is also favorable with the lowest competition from other renters.

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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