What is the average apartment size in Ohio?

The average size for an Ohio apartment is 901 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Ohio?

As of Oct / 2025, the average rent in Ohio is $1,326 per month, a 2.7% increase from last year’s average of $1,291.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Ohio?

In Ohio, studios rent for $931 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,142 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,403 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $1,696 per month

What is the average apartment size in Ohio?

The typical apartment in Ohio offers about 901 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Ohio?

Studio apartments in Ohio average 421 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 686 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,010 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,290 sq. ft.

Ohio Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Ohio?

The typical rent budget in Ohio ranges from $1,001 to $1,500 per month, with 45% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Ohio?

In Ohio, 33% of households rent while 67% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: November 18, 2025 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Ohio is $1,326, a 2.7% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,291.

Studio Apartments at $931 offer the most budget-friendly option with 421 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 686 square feet for $1,142, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,403 offer 1,010 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,290 sq ft) for $1,696, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Ohio

Last updated: November 18, 2025

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,326	901 sq. ft.
Studio	$931	421 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,142	686 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,403	1,010 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$1,696	1,290 sq. ft.

Ohio rent trends

What's the typical rent budget in Ohio?

The largest share of rentals in Ohio (45%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Ohio?

1,594,003 or 33% of the households in Ohio are renter-occupied while 3,235,568 or 67% are owner-occupied.

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How Ohio Compares to Other States

State	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
Alabama	$1,315	992 sq. ft.
Arizona	$1,573	862 sq. ft.
Arkansas	$1,133	895 sq. ft.
California	$2,638	854 sq. ft.
Colorado	$1,841	876 sq. ft.
Connecticut	$2,119	895 sq. ft.
Delaware	$1,687	919 sq. ft.
District of Columbia	$2,498	747 sq. ft.
Florida	$1,970	982 sq. ft.
Georgia	$1,642	1,025 sq. ft.
Idaho	$1,657	928 sq. ft.
Illinois	$2,021	838 sq. ft.
Indiana	$1,313	907 sq. ft.
Iowa	$1,236	898 sq. ft.
Kansas	$1,306	909 sq. ft.
Kentucky	$1,321	936 sq. ft.
Louisiana	$1,267	923 sq. ft.
Maryland	$1,885	906 sq. ft.
Massachusetts	$2,849	881 sq. ft.
Michigan	$1,396	920 sq. ft.
Minnesota	$1,625	892 sq. ft.
Mississippi	$1,305	1,005 sq. ft.
Missouri	$1,330	901 sq. ft.
Montana	$1,714	889 sq. ft.
Nebraska	$1,340	933 sq. ft.
Nevada	$1,536	908 sq. ft.
New Hampshire	$2,181	879 sq. ft.
New Jersey	$2,419	868 sq. ft.
New Mexico	$1,406	831 sq. ft.
New York	$2,250	898 sq. ft.
North Carolina	$1,550	976 sq. ft.
North Dakota	$1,159	966 sq. ft.
Ohio	$1,326	901 sq. ft.
Oklahoma	$1,063	858 sq. ft.
Oregon	$1,753	844 sq. ft.
Pennsylvania	$1,778	890 sq. ft.
Rhode Island	$2,211	923 sq. ft.
South Carolina	$1,613	1,015 sq. ft.
South Dakota	$1,182	913 sq. ft.
Tennessee	$1,529	949 sq. ft.
Texas	$1,451	890 sq. ft.
Utah	$1,622	927 sq. ft.
Virginia	$1,972	923 sq. ft.
Washington	$2,043	830 sq. ft.
Wisconsin	$1,582	917 sq. ft.

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Ohio apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.