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Last updated on July 30, 2026
Average rent in
Utica, NY
Average rent in
Last updated on July 30, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
Where Utica rent stands today
Utica, NY rent rose 14.8% year over year, with a current median of $1,550/month. Renters today are paying $202 more per month on average than last year, extending a steady climb since the trough in March 2025.
Compared to national trends
Utica sits 19.7% more affordable than the $1,930/month national median, offering a more accessible market for renters despite recent rent increases.
Price ranges
Studios in Utica run around $1,385/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,500/month, and 2-bedrooms around $1,865/month. Houses command a higher median at $2,150/month, while apartments sit at $1,500/month, reflecting the city's inventory where apartments make up 74.2% of total rentals.
Neighborhood spotlight
Cornhill rents climbed 57.9% year over year to $1,500/month across 17 rentals, contrasting with North Utica where rents fell 33.3% to the same median. This divergence shows distinct neighborhood trends within Utica's overall upward market.
Median rent
Median rent in Utica
$1,550/mo
15%vs previous year
The average rent in Utica is $1,550 per month as of July 2026. This is 20% below the national average rent, or $380 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Utica
64
for rent on Zumper.com as of July 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 increased by 15% 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 $1,500, whereas a house costs $2,150. 1-bedroom apartments in Utica run $1,500 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $2,000.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,385 |  9% | 23% | |
1 bedroom | $1,500 | 2% | 12% | |
2 bedroom | $1,865 | 7% | 15% | |
3 bedroom | $1,625 | No Change | 25% | |
4 bedroom | $2,500 | 3% | 13% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Adrian Terrace | $1,550 | |
Cornhill | $1,500 | |
Downtown Utica | $1,550 | |
East Utica | $1,637 | |
North Utica | $1,500 | |
South Utica | $1,700 | |
West Utica | $1,337 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,500 | 6% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,500 | 1% | No Change | |
Houses | $2,150 | 5% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$1,385
Last 30 days
9%
Last year
23%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,500
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
12%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,865
Last 30 days
7%
Last year
15%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,625
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
25%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,500
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
13%
West Utica
Average rent
$1,337
South Utica
Average rent
$1,700
Downtown Utica
Average rent
$1,550
Cornhill
Average rent
$1,500
East Utica
Average rent
$1,637
North Utica
Average rent
$1,500
Adrian Terrace
Average rent
$1,550
Apartments
Average rent
$1,500
Last 30 days
6%
Condos
Average rent
$1,500
Last 30 days
1%
Houses
Average rent
$2,150
Last 30 days
5%
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
20%lower than the national median
12%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Utica, NY is 9% lower than the median rent in Clinton, NY.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
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67%$1,575
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17%$1,500
44%$1,500
2%$1,550
3%$1,500
21%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 | 2% lower |
| Groceries | 3% lower |
| Health | 2% lower |
| Housing | 8% lower |
| Transportation | 7% higher |
| Utilities | 3% higher |
Discover rentals in Utica, NY
10h ago
West Utica apartment for rent in Utica
809 Oswego St #2nd, Utica, NY 13502
2 beds
1 bath
$900
Apartment for rent
Available Mar 1
2d ago
East Utica apartment for rent in Utica
717 Albany St, Utica, NY 13501
2 beds
1 bath
$1,000
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
West Utica apartment for rent in Utica
711 Roberts St #2R, Utica, NY 13502
2 beds
2 baths
$1,100
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 1
5d+ ago
West Utica apartment for rent in Utica
2 beds
2 baths
$1,100
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Utica
3 beds
1.5 baths
$3,500
House for rent
4d ago
520 Seneca St, Utica, NY 13502
2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,395–$3,295
Apartment for rent
12h ago
South Utica house for rent in Utica
1800 Storrs Ave, Utica, NY 13501
2 beds
1 bath
$2,800
House for rent
Available Sep 1
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Utica
421 Broad St, Utica, NY 13501
2 beds
2 baths
$2,395
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Utica
1 bed
1 bath
$1,625
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Utica
1 bed
1 bath
$1,625
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Utica
1 bed
1 bath
$2,200
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Utica
2 beds
2 baths
$2,300
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
2606 Sunset Ave #2, Utica, NY 13502
3 beds
1 bath
$2,000
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 4
10h ago
600 State St, Utica, NY 13502
1 bed
1 bath
$1,700
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Utica
1 bed
1 bath
$1,625
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Utica
1 bed
1 bath
$1,625
Apartment for rent
12h ago
1506 Whitesboro St, Utica, NY 13502
1 bed
1 bath
$995
Apartment for rent
2d ago
East Utica apartment for rent in Utica
717 Albany St, Utica, NY 13501
2 beds
1 bath
$1,000
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Cornhill apartment for rent in Utica
1628 Steuben St, Utica, NY 13501
1 bed
1 bath
$1,100
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Downtown Utica apartment for rent in Utica
1015 Park Ave #1, Utica, NY 13501
1 bed
1 bath
$926
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 31
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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 $1,550 per month as of July 25, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Utica?
Average rent prices in Utica have increased by 3% over the last month and have increased by 15% since last year.
How does Utica rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Utica is 20% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $380 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Utica?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Utica are West Utica ($1,337/mo), Cornhill ($1,500/mo), and North Utica ($1,500/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Utica?
To comfortably afford rent in Utica, you'd need to earn approximately $62,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Utica?
Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in Utica average around $1,520/month and two-bedrooms approximately $1,490/month.
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).