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Rental Market Trends

State College, PA

As of August 2025, State College's rental market is highly competitive, where rentals lease within days, often attracting multiple applications and above-asking offers. State College's average rent is 3.0% ($48) higher than the Pennsylvania average of $1,589 and 8.5% ($153) lower than the U.S. average of $1,790.

Average Rent

$1,637

Monthly ChangeMonth Over Month Change

11% ($162)

Yearly ChangeYear Over Year Change

28.2% ($360)

Avg. Days on MarketAverage Days on Market

Unit Type	Average Rent	Monthly ChangeMonth Over Month Change	Yearly ChangeYear Over Year Change
1 Bed	$1,245	0.9% ($11)	16.4% ($175)
2 Beds	$1,597	4% ($61)	20.9% ($276)
3 Beds	$2,214	0.4% ($9)	39.7% ($629)

Nearby Cities	Average Rent	Avg. Rent vs. State CollegeAverage Rent vs. State College	Avg. Days on MarketAverage Days on Market
Port Matilda	$974	40.5% ($663)	25 days
Bellefonte	$1,298	20.7% ($339)	20 days
Howard	$1,230	24.9% ($407)	22 days
Tyrone	$717	56.2% ($920)	43 days

Rental market trends are calculated using listing data from RentalSource.

Frequently Asked Questions

State College Rental Market FAQs

Explore rental prices, market trends, and availability in State College, PA.

What is the average rent in State College, PA?

The average rent in State College, PA is $1,637 per month.

What is the rental price range for houses in State College, PA?

Houses in State College typically rent for between $872 and $2,878 per month, with an average of $1,637 per month.

What is the average rent for different bedroom sizes in State College, PA?

In State College, the average rent for a 1-bedroom house is $1,245 per month, for a 2-bedroom house, $1,597 per month, and a 3-bedroom house is $2,214 per month.

How do rent prices in State College, PA compare with the national average?

The average rent in State College is 8.5% ($153) lower than the national average of $1,790 per month.

How have rent prices in State College, PA changed recently?

The average rent in State College has increased by 11.0% ($162) in the last month and increased by 28.2% ($360) over the past year.

How competitive is the rental market in State College, PA?

The rental market in State College, PA, is currently highly competitive, where rentals lease within days, often attracting multiple applications and above-asking offers.

How long do rentals stay on the market in State College, PA?

In State College, PA, the average rental stays on the market for approximately 25 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 State College, PA?

There are currently 40 rental properties available in State College, PA.

Can I afford to rent a house in State College, PA?

Based on the current averages, a household would need an annual income of $63,880 to comfortably afford a 2-bedroom house in State College.