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Rental Market Trends

Lancaster, OH

As of August 2025, Lancaster's rental market is stable, offering a predictable rental market where most units lease within a few weeks. Lancaster's average rent is 2.3% ($30) lower than the Ohio average of $1,279 and 30.2% ($541) lower than the U.S. average of $1,790.

Average Rent

$1,249

Monthly ChangeMonth Over Month Change

0.2% ($2)

Yearly ChangeYear Over Year Change

2.9% ($37)

Avg. Days on MarketAverage Days on Market

Unit Type	Average Rent	Monthly ChangeMonth Over Month Change	Yearly ChangeYear Over Year Change
1 Bed	$1,095	0.3% ($3)	3.6% ($41)
2 Beds	$1,345	1% ($14)	3.4% ($44)
3 Beds	$2,019	23.3% ($382)	23.5% ($384)

Nearby Cities	Average Rent	Avg. Rent vs. LancasterAverage Rent vs. Lancaster	Avg. Days on MarketAverage Days on Market
Canal Winchester	$1,558	24.7% ($309)	39 days
Pickerington	$1,822	45.9% ($573)	43 days
Groveport	$2,347	87.9% ($1098)	40 days
Reynoldsburg	$1,237	1% ($12)	39 days
Lockbourne	$1,964	57.2% ($715)	34 days

Rental market trends are calculated using listing data from RentalSource.

Frequently Asked Questions

Lancaster Rental Market FAQs

Explore rental prices, market trends, and availability in Lancaster, OH.

What is the average rent in Lancaster, OH?

The average rent in Lancaster, OH is $1,249 per month.

What is the rental price range for apartments in Lancaster, OH?

Apartments in Lancaster typically rent for between $767 and $2,625 per month, with an average of $1,249 per month.

What is the average rent for different bedroom sizes in Lancaster, OH?

In Lancaster, the average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment is $1,095 per month, for a 2-bedroom apartment, $1,345 per month, and a 3-bedroom apartment is $2,019 per month.

How do rent prices in Lancaster, OH compare with the national average?

The average rent in Lancaster is 30.2% ($541) lower than the national average of $1,790 per month.

How have rent prices in Lancaster, OH changed recently?

The average rent in Lancaster has decreased by 0.2% ($2) in the last month and decreased by 2.9% ($37) over the past year.

How competitive is the rental market in Lancaster, OH?

The rental market in Lancaster, OH, is currently stable, offering a predictable rental market where most units lease within a few weeks.

How long do rentals stay on the market in Lancaster, OH?

In Lancaster, OH, the average rental stays on the market for approximately 41 days. While most properties are rented within this timeframe, factors like seasonality, demand, and property type can affect how quickly a rental leases.

How many rental properties are available in Lancaster, OH?

There are currently 20 rental properties available in Lancaster, OH.

Can I afford to rent an apartment in Lancaster, OH?

Based on the current averages, a household would need an annual income of $53,800 to comfortably afford a 2-bedroom apartment in Lancaster.