Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on September 14, 2026
Average rent in
Tulsa, OK
Average rent in
Last updated on September 14, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Tulsa rent stands today
Rents in Tulsa, OK are essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $1,195/month. The market shows stability with no meaningful change in rents compared to last year, reflecting a steady rental environment for tenants.
Compared to national trends
Tulsa is 37.1% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, providing a value-oriented market with 541 total rentals available across the city. This affordability makes Tulsa accessible for renters seeking lower-cost options.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios rent for $782/month, 1-bedrooms for $925/month, and 2-bedrooms for $1,180/month. Larger units include 3-bedrooms at $1,500/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,000/month. These figures show the range of options by bedroom count in Tulsa.
Neighborhood spotlight
Florence Park experienced a YoY rent decline of 58.6%, dropping to $1,295/month. This steep decline contrasts with the overall flat citywide trend, indicating localized softness in this neighborhood.
Median rent
Median rent in Tulsa
$1,195/mo
1%vs previous year
The average rent in Tulsa is $1,195 per month as of September 2026. This is 37% below the national average rent, or $705 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Tulsa
541
for rent on Zumper.com as of September 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Tulsa rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Tulsa, OK
Average rent prices in Tulsa have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 1% 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
Tulsa, OK
Rent prices in Tulsa vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Tulsa is $1,045, whereas a house costs $1,500. 1-bedroom apartments in Tulsa run $929 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,135.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $782 | No Change | 7% | |
1 bedroom | $925 |  1% | 1% | |
2 bedroom | $1,179 | No Change | 3% | |
3 bedroom | $1,500 | No Change | No Change | |
4 bedroom | $2,000 | 1% | 3% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Brady Arts District | $1,525 | |
Buena Vista Park | $1,254 | |
East Village | $1,429 | |
Forest Orchard | $1,250 | |
Heller Park | $1,000 | |
Highlands | $912 | |
Lewis Crest | $995 | |
Minshall Park | $1,075 | |
O'connor Park | $904 | |
Saint Thomas Square | $1,050 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,045 | No Change | No Change | |
Condos | $1,200 | 2% | No Change | |
Houses | $1,500 | No Change | No Change | |
Rooms | $756 | 10% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$782
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
7%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$925
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
1%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,179
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
3%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,500
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
No Change
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,000
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
3%
Heller Park
Average rent
$1,000
East Village
Average rent
$1,429
Brady Arts District
Average rent
$1,525
O'connor Park
Average rent
$904
Minshall Park
Average rent
$1,075
Highlands
Average rent
$912
Buena Vista Park
Average rent
$1,254
Lewis Crest
Average rent
$995
Saint Thomas Square
Average rent
$1,050
Forest Orchard
Average rent
$1,250
Apartments
Average rent
$1,045
Last 30 days
No Change
Condos
Average rent
$1,200
Last 30 days
2%
Houses
Average rent
$1,500
Last 30 days
No Change
Rooms
Average rent
$756
Last 30 days
10%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Tulsa, OK, 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 Tulsa, OK compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Tulsa and Bixby by all bedroom counts and property types.
Tulsa
37%lower than the national median
21%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Tulsa, OK is 48% lower than the median rent in Bixby, OK.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$2,300
6%$1,695
7%$1,000
2%$975
9%$1,595
5%$1,857
48%$1,350
8%$1,800
7%$1,629
2%$1,050
12%$1,197
8%$1,150
14%Cost of living in Tulsa, OK
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 & Services | 13% lower |
| Groceries | 5% lower |
| Health | 1% lower |
| Housing | 36% lower |
| Transportation | 12% lower |
| Utilities | 1% lower |
Discover rentals in Tulsa, OK
11h ago
2102 E 51st St, Tulsa, OK 74105
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$501–$829
Apartment for rent
11h ago
4801 S Braden Ave, Tulsa, OK 74135
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$549–$1,254
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Tulsa
1 bed
1 bath
$600
$550
Price drop
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Tulsa
7803 S Urbana Ave, Tulsa, OK 74136
4 beds
2.5 baths
$6,500
House for rent
Available Aug 29
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Tulsa
3769 Riverside Dr #3769, Tulsa, OK 74105
2 beds
2.5 baths
$4,950
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Florence Park house for rent in Tulsa
1506 S Florence Pl #NA, Tulsa, OK 74104
4 beds
3.5 baths
$4,595
House for rent
Available Aug 6
5d+ ago
House for rent in Tulsa
9944 S 79th East Ave, Tulsa, OK 74133
5 beds
3.5 baths
$4,200
House for rent
4d ago
Verified
5091 S 136th East Ave, Tulsa, OK 74134
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$995–$1,882
Price drop
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 13
1d ago
Verified
9233 E 65th St, Tulsa, OK 74133
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$939–$1,599
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
9808 E 73rd St, Tulsa, OK 74133
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$539–$1,364
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
9713 E 75th St, Tulsa, OK 74133
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$919–$1,199
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
4849 S Victor Ave, Tulsa, OK 74105
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$795
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
4814 E 34th St, Tulsa, OK 74135
1–2 beds
1 bath
Call for price
Apartment for rent
11h ago
Verified
8502 E 66th Pl, Tulsa, OK 74133
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$625–$1,000
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
12903 E 35th Pl, Tulsa, OK 74134
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$775–$995
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
1115 E 48th St, Tulsa, OK 74105
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$795
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
4849 S Victor Ave, Tulsa, OK 74105
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$795
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
5091 S 136th East Ave, Tulsa, OK 74134
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$995–$1,882
Price drop
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 13
11h ago
Verified
8502 E 66th Pl, Tulsa, OK 74133
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$625–$1,000
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Tulsa, OK
Quick answers to common questions about the Tulsa rental market.
How much is rent in Tulsa?
The average rent in Tulsa is $1,195 per month as of September 12, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Tulsa?
Average rent prices in Tulsa have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 1% since last year.
How does Tulsa rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Tulsa is 37% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $705 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Tulsa?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Tulsa are O'connor Park ($904/mo), Highlands ($912/mo), and Lewis Crest ($995/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Tulsa?
To comfortably afford rent in Tulsa, you'd need to earn approximately $48,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Tulsa?
May offers the best rental deals in Tulsa, with prices running about 6% lower than September's peak rates. December also provides good opportunities with the least competitive market conditions.
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).