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Average rent in Kent, OH

$1,519/mo Kent, OH average rental price, April 2025

The average monthly rent of apartments in Kent, OH is $1,519.

Kent, OH apartment rent ranges

About 18% of apartment rents in Kent, OH range between $1,501-$2,000. Meanwhile, apartments priced over $2,001-$2,500 represent 9% of apartments. Around 35% of Kent’s apartments are in the $1,001-$1,500 price range. 26% of apartments are priced ≤ $1000.

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Compared to the national average rent of $1,736, the average rent in Kent, OH is $1,519.

Getting around in Kent, OH

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Somewhat Bikeable

Walk Score®: 6, Bike Score®: 33

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Kent, OH last updated?

Prices and availability in Kent, OH were last updated on 12 May 2025.

What are the best apartments in Kent, OH?

The best apartments in Kent, OH are: Copper Creek Apartments, Pebblebrook, Dartmouth Place, Redwood Kent Tallmadge Road and Redwood Kent.

What is the average rent in Kent, OH?

The average rent in Kent, OH is $1,460.

What is the price range for a studio apartment in Kent, OH?

The price range for a studio apartment in Kent, OH is between $1,025 and $1,455.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Kent, OH?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Kent, OH is between $810 and $2,000.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Kent, OH?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Kent, OH is between $810 and $2,680.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Kent, OH?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Kent, OH is between $1,060 and $2,000.

What type of rental buildings are in Kent, OH?

In Kent, 58% of the residents are renting compared to 42% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 26% of Kent’s rentals, 61% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 13% are single-family rentals.

What do typical apartment communities look like in Kent, OH?

The age and size of multifamily buildings are among the most visible characteristics of the rental market in a city.  In this case, the apartment buildings in Kent are about 36 years old, on average. Of these, 39% have been built since 2000, representing the newer options on the market and typically offering more amenities. Rental buildings in the city have an average height of 3 stories. About 84% of the rental communities here are low-rise, garden-style communities, 16% are mid-rises, and none are high-rise buildings. These are true especially for large-scale multifamily buildings with over 50 apartments.

What apartment floorplans are common in Kent, OH?

Studio apartments in Kent are around 9% of rentals, while 1-bedroom floor plans represent 25% of the total stock. For those in search of larger rentals, 2-bedroom floorplans make up 47% of all rentals. More generous apartments with 3 bedrooms or more are also available in this city for those in search of more space.

Living in Kent, OH

Situated along the Cuyahoga River, Kent is the largest city in Portage County, Ohio. Known as the home of Kent State University, this small city is one of the best places to live in Ohio, home to a lively lifestyle, affordable living costs, diverse community and excellent educational opportunities. Falling under a humid, continental climate classification, Kent renters should be prepared for cold, wet, and snowy winters and warm and humid summers. Temperatures typically vary between the low 20s and low 80s throughout the year. In particular, the spring and summer months are susceptible to thunderstorms, so renters should be prepared for the occasional thunderstorm and rare hurricane warnings. The proximity to Cleveland and the educational facilities make Kent a great spot to rent for families with children, students, and young professionals who want to live in a quiet and affordable city with a quick commute to big cities and its amenities.

Renting in Kent, OH

Kent mostly offers apartments for rent in the southeast quadrant near Kent State University. Rents are lower here because the apartments are typically smaller with one to three bedrooms. Alternatively, for those who are looking for more family-friendly neighborhoods and spacious rentals in Kent, the northern area has neighborhoods with three- to five-bedroom rentals closer to recreational activities, parks and transit areas. Notably, while the law doesn’t limit how much the landlord may ask for as a security deposit, it’s usually one month’s rent. For any excess amount of that or $50 (whichever is higher), the landlord may pay an interest rate of 5% per year if the tenant stays six months or more. In addition, the security deposit has to be returned within 30 days of vacating the rental unit. The rental agreement should outline the payment of utilities and other rights and responsibilities of the renter and landlord.

Shopping in Kent, OH

Main Street Kent is the most popular area where renters can find independently operated stores, restaurants and various entertainment opportunities. It’s also the central spot where different community events, festivals and gatherings are being organized regularly. Aside from that, renters also have several shopping hubs available, including University Plaza and Hills Plaza. For bigger shopping opportunities, renters are just a short drive from Aurora Farms Premium Outlets and Westgate Shopping Center, both of which are major malls with various brands and luxury stores. Major grocery and home goods chains in Kent are Walmart, Walgreens, Safeway, Meijer, Dollar General, Dollar Tree and Gabe’s.

Transportation in Kent, OH

Kent has dedicated bike and pedestrian lanes connecting renters to main interest points in the city and other county areas. In addition, bike parking, bike self-service spots and bicycle rental services are available throughout the whole city. Otherwise, for renters who use a vehicle, state routes 59 and 43 are the main thoroughfares that intersect in the heart of the city and exit in different directions of the city. Meanwhile, Portage Area Regional Transportation Authority (PARTA) is the official bus service provider in Portage County that runs regular bus lines between Kent and other cities. It also operates a campus bus service with fixed routes on Kent State University’s campus. Express routes that connect to METRO Regional Transit Authority and the Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority are also available. Uber and Lyft are the main ridesharing service providers in the city. Finally, renters needing air travel can use Akron-Canton Regional Airport (CAK) for national flights and Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) for international flights.

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2 BEDS	$1,545
3 BEDS	$2,000

1 BED	$1,143+
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1 BED	$1,025+
2 BEDS	$1,400+

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2 BEDS	$1,545
3 BEDS	$2,000

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2 BEDS	$990
3 BEDS	$1,265+

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STUDIO	$750+
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