Bedroom count
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Last updated on October 29, 2026
Average rent in
Utica, NY
Average rent in
Last updated on October 29, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Utica rent stands today
Utica, NY rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $1,500/month. Month over month, rents increased 3.3%, showing recent upward movement after a modest year-over-year decline of $25 per month.
Compared to national trends
Utica is 21.1% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering a lower-cost rental market with 65 total rentals available.
Price ranges
Studios rent for $1,075/month, 1-bedrooms for $1,350/month, 2-bedrooms for $1,900/month, and 4+ bedrooms for $2,250/month. The range shows variation across bedroom sizes, with 1-bed and 2-bed units comprising most of the inventory.
What you'll pay
Apartments make up 68.8% of total rentals and rent at a median of $1,400/month, while houses rent for a median of $2,250/month. Renters face different costs depending on property type in Utica.
Median rent
Median rent in Utica
$1,500/mo
2%vs previous year
The average rent in Utica is $1,500 per month as of October 2026. This is 21% below the national average rent, or $400 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Utica
65
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Utica rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Utica, NY
Average rent prices in Utica have increased by 3% over the last month and have decreased by 2% 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
Utica, NY
Rent prices in Utica vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Utica is $1,400, whereas a house costs $2,250. 1-bedroom apartments in Utica run $1,450 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,400.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,075 |  11% | 20% | |
1 bedroom | $1,350 | No Change | 10% | |
2 bedroom | $1,900 | 5% | 5% | |
3 bedroom | $1,500 | 2% | 6% | |
4 bedroom | $2,250 | No Change | 11% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Adrian Terrace | $1,600 | |
Cornhill | $1,200 | |
Downtown Utica | $1,600 | |
East Utica | $1,487 | |
North Utica | $1,450 | |
South Utica | $1,600 | |
West Utica | $1,300 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,400 | No Change | 5% | |
Condos | $2,250 | 32% | - | |
Houses | $2,250 | 4% | 13% |
Studio
Average rent
$1,075
Last 30 days
11%
Last year
20%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,350
Last year
10%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,900
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
5%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,500
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
6%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,250
Last year
11%
West Utica
Average rent
$1,300
South Utica
Average rent
$1,600
Downtown Utica
Average rent
$1,600
East Utica
Average rent
$1,487
Cornhill
Average rent
$1,200
North Utica
Average rent
$1,450
Adrian Terrace
Average rent
$1,600
Apartments
Average rent
$1,400
Last year
5%
Condos
Average rent
$2,250
Last 30 days
32%
Houses
Average rent
$2,250
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
13%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Utica, NY, 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 Utica, NY compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Utica and Clinton by all bedroom counts and property types.
Utica
21%lower than the national median
17%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Utica, NY is 5% lower than the median rent in Clinton, NY.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
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17%$1,300
18%$1,200
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41%$1,697
36%$1,500
9%$1,575
2%$1,600
14%Cost of living in Utica, NY
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 | 1% lower |
| Groceries | 4% lower |
| Health | 5% lower |
| Housing | 5% lower |
| Transportation | 5% higher |
| Utilities | 4% higher |
Discover rentals in Utica, NY
5d+ ago
East Utica apartment for rent in Utica
710 Blandina St, Utica, NY 13501
2 beds
1 bath
$1,000
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.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
West Utica apartment for rent in Utica
2 beds
2 baths
$1,100
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.Apartment for rent
Available Jun 1
5d+ ago
East Utica apartment for rent in Utica
1205 Blandina St 2nd Fl #2, Utica, NY 13501
2 beds
1 bath
$1,175
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.Apartment for rent
Available Nov 1
2h ago
20 Cottage Pl, Utica, NY 13502
2 beds
1 bath
$1,200
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.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
2606 Sunset Ave #1, Utica, NY 13502
3 beds
1 bath
$3,000
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 5
5d+ ago
South Utica house for rent in Utica
1800 Storrs Ave, Utica, NY 13501
2 beds
1 bath
$2,600
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.House for rent
Available Nov 20
4d ago
311 Main St, Utica, NY 13501
2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,250–$2,400
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Condo for rent
10h ago
520 Seneca St, Utica, NY 13502
2 beds
1 bath
$2,395
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.Apartment for rent
5h ago
600 State St, Utica, NY 13502
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,100–$1,700
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.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Utica
1 bed
1 bath
$1,900
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.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Utica
1 bed
1 bath
$1,500
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.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Utica
1 bed
1 bath
$1,450
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.Apartment for rent
5h ago
600 State St, Utica, NY 13502
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,100–$1,700
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.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Utica
1 bed
1 bath
$1,500
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.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Utica
1 bed
1 bath
$1,450
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.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Utica
1 bed
1 bath
$1,550
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.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Utica
1 bed
1 bath
$1,500
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.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
2606 Sunset Ave #1, Utica, NY 13502
3 beds
1 bath
$3,000
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 5
5d+ ago
Cornhill apartment for rent in Utica
1602 Howard Ave #2, Utica, NY 13501
1 bed
1 bath
$1,000
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.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 17
5d+ ago
North Utica house for rent in Utica
420 Spruce St, Utica, NY 13502
2 beds
1 bath
$1,900
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.House for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Utica, NY
Quick answers to common questions about the Utica rental market.
How much is rent in Utica?
The average rent in Utica is $1,500 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Utica?
Average rent prices in Utica have increased by 3% over the last month and have decreased by 2% since last year.
How does Utica rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Utica is 21% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $400 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Utica?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Utica are Cornhill ($1,200/mo), West Utica ($1,300/mo), and North Utica ($1,450/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Utica?
To comfortably afford rent in Utica, you'd need to earn approximately $60,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Utica?
January offers the lowest rents in Utica with approximately 26% savings compared to April's peak prices. October and November are also less competitive months with reduced demand compared to the spring rental season.
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).