Last updated on June 6, 2026

Average rent in
Youngstown, OH

Key takeaways for renters

  • The bottom line

    Youngstown, OH rent slipped 1.4% year over year, with a current median of $900/month. Renters today are paying $54 less per month on average than last year, with month-to-month rent essentially unchanged.

  • Vs. national rents

    Youngstown runs roughly 2× more affordable than the $1,950/month national median, placing it among the more accessible smaller metros for renters seeking value.

  • Price ranges

    Studios in Youngstown sit around $650/month, 1-bedrooms around $800/month, 2-bedrooms around $900/month, 3-bedrooms at $1,200/month, and 4+ bedrooms at $1,500/month. Houses rent for a median of $1,250/month while apartments sit at $890/month, reflecting different price tiers for renters.

  • Neighborhood spotlight

    Huntington Woods rents fell 65.1% year over year to $873/month, with Wick Park and The Highlands also down more than 50%. This contrasts with the citywide decline of 1.4%, showing a localized cooldown in these neighborhoods.

Median rent

Median rent in Youngstown

$900/mo

decreased by1%

vs previous year

The average rent in Youngstown is $900 per month as of June 2026. This is 54% below the national average rent, or $1,050 less per month.

$1.05

average price per square foot

Total rentals

Available rentals in Youngstown

68

for rent on Zumper.com as of June 2026

Rent price distribution

Share of Youngstown rentals at each price point

75%56%38%19%0%
$0 - $750
$751 - $1,500
$1,501 - $2,250
$2,251 - $3,000
$3,001+

Rent trends in Youngstown, OH

Average rent prices in Youngstown have remained the same over the last month and have decreased 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 Youngstown, OH

Rent prices in Youngstown vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Youngstown is $890, whereas a house costs $1,250. 1-bedroom apartments in Youngstown run $800 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $900.

Listings

Studio

$650

No Change

8%

1 bedroom

$800

No Change

3%

2 bedroom

$900

No Change

1%

3 bedroom

$1,200

8%

3%

4 bedroom

$1,500

17%

10%

Studio

Average rent

$650

Last 30 days

No Change

Last year

8%

1 bedroom

Average rent

$800

Last 30 days

No Change

Last year

3%

2 bedroom

Average rent

$900

Last 30 days

No Change

Last year

1%

3 bedroom

Average rent

$1,200

Last 30 days

8%

Last year

3%

4 bedroom

Average rent

$1,500

Last 30 days

17%

Last year

10%

The table above reflects average rent prices in Youngstown, OH, 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 Youngstown, OH compare to other cities?

Compare median rent prices in Youngstown and Austintown by all bedroom counts and property types.

Youngstown

Median rent price$900
decreased by54%

lower than the national median

Median rent price$900
decreased by54%

lower than the national median

Takeaway

The median rent for all rentals in Youngstown, OH is equal to the median rent in Austintown, OH.

Cost of living in Youngstown, OH

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 & Services6% lower
Groceries2% lower
Health10% lower
Housing15% lower
TransportationNo difference
Utilities7% lower

Discover rentals in Youngstown, OH

Mahoning/Lakeview Avenue (1693 - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

8

Very good

Mahoning/Lakeview Avenue (1693

9 S Lakeview Ave, Youngstown, OH 44509

3 beds

1 bath

$550–$575

Apartment for rent

Monticello Apartments & Townhomes including Logan Gate & Logan Way - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

8.8

Very good

2 beds

1 bath

$680

Apartment for rent

1633 Shehy St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

8.5

Very good

1633 Shehy St

1633 Shehy St, Youngstown, OH 44506

2 beds

1 bath

$700

Apartment for rent

557 Murray Hill Dr - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Youngstown

Spacious Home. Rental to Share Home

557 Murray Hill Dr, Youngstown, OH 44505

4 beds

3 baths

$700

House for rent

Available May 4

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Frequently asked questions for Youngstown, OH

Quick answers to common questions about the Youngstown rental market.

How much is rent in Youngstown?

The average rent in Youngstown is $900 per month as of June 4, 2026.

Is rent up or down in Youngstown?

Average rent prices in Youngstown have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 1% since last year.

How does Youngstown rent compare to the national average?

Rent in Youngstown is 54% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $1,050 less per month.

Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Youngstown?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Youngstown are Oak Hill ($800/mo), Schenley ($840/mo), and Steelton ($850/mo).

What salary do I need to afford rent in Youngstown?

To comfortably afford rent in Youngstown, you'd need to earn approximately $36,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.

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

Youngstown's 2025 rental market shows 1-bedroom apartments averaging around $780 per month, while 2-bedroom units rent for around $890 monthly. Two-bedroom apartments make up the largest share of available inventory at 46% of the market, providing renters with strong selection in this price range.

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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