What is the average apartment size in State College Town?

The average size for a State College Town, PA apartment is 802 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 State College Town?

As of Sep / 2025, the average rent in State College Town is $1,972 per month, a 1.68% increase from last year’s average of $1,939.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in State College Town?

In State College Town, studios rent for $1,274 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,375 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,939 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,287 per month

What is the average apartment size in State College Town?

The typical apartment in State College Town offers about 802 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in State College Town?

Studio apartments in State College Town average 379 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 620 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 910 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,111 sq. ft.

State College Town, PA Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in State College Town?

The typical rent budget in State College Town ranges from $1,001 to $1,500 per month, with 47% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in State College Town?

In State College Town, 56% of households rent while 44% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: October 19, 2025 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in State College Town is $1,972, a 1.68% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,939.

Studio Apartments at $1,274 offer the most budget-friendly option with 379 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 620 square feet for $1,375, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,939 offer 910 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,111 sq ft) for $2,287, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in State College Town, PA

Last updated: October 19, 2025

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,972	802 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,274	379 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,375	620 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,939	910 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,287	1,111 sq. ft.

State College Town, PA rent trends

Rental prices in State College Town, PA have increased by 1.68% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,939 to $1,972.

What's the typical rent budget in State College Town, PA?

The largest share of rentals in State College Town, PA (47%) 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 State College Town, PA?

1,174 or 56% of the households in State College Town, PA are renter-occupied while 911 or 44% are owner-occupied.

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How State College Town Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
State College Town	$1,972
Philadelphia	$2,027
Pittsburgh	$1,775
Lehigh Valley	$1,791
Harrisburg	$1,405
Reading	$1,674
State College	$2,037
Allentown	$1,666
Bethlehem	$1,872
York	$1,537
Lancaster	$1,728

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 State College Town 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.