How much does it cost to rent in Centerville, OH?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Centerville, OH is $1,677. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Centerville cheaper than other Ohio cities?

Centerville is one of the pricier cities in Ohio, ranking #42 out of 128 cities tracked at $1,677/mo.

When was Centerville rent data last updated?

Centerville rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

Is Centerville a renter's market or a landlord's market?

Based on RentDataNow's Rent Market Meter, Centerville is currently a renter's market. Rents are softening (down 1.9% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage. The meter is derived from rent-price momentum (year-over-year and month-over-month change), not inventory levels.

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Centerville

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Pop. 25,205·42nd most expensive in Ohio·Rental market data updated monthly for Centerville, OH

Median rent (all units)

$1,677/mo

Year-over-Year

-1.9%

Month-over-Month

-1.1%

vs US Median

-$288

Falling (Monthly)

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Centerville · $1,677

More affordable than 63% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

66/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 8% below what Centerville's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,677/mo

Expected by trend

$1,826/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Centerville's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$980

1 BR

$1,060

2 BR

$1,360

3 BR

$1,760

4 BR+

$1,950

Research median

$1,360/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$20,124/yr

At $1,677/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (down 1.9% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (-1.9% YoY, -1.1% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Centerville, OH is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 47.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

25,205

Median income

$85,492

Median age

46.4

Renters

33%

Age distribution

19.3%

18.9%

20%

12.8%

29%

Under 1819.3%

18–3418.9%

35–5420%

55–6412.8%

65+29%

Gender

47.9%

52.1%

Male47.9%

Female52.1%

Race & ethnicity

83.2%

White83.2%

Black6.2%

Hispanic5.7%

Asian2.2%

Other2.7%

Education (25+)

18.3%

32.1%

47.3%

No HS diploma2.3%

HS diploma18.3%

Some college32.1%

Bachelor's+47.3%

Housing tenure

67%

33%

Owner67%

Renter33%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2022 vs 2026

How Centerville, OH has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,492 → $1,677

up 12.4%

Income

$76,565 → $85,492

up 11.7%

Population

24,281 → 25,205

up 3.8%

Renter share

30.1% → 33%

+2.9 pts

Bachelor's+

50.4% → 47.3%

-3.1 pts

Median age

49.4 → 46.4

-3.0 yrs

Compared with 2022, rent in Centerville, OH has climbed by $185 per month, settling near $1,677 after starting the period at $1,492. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $76,565 in 2021 to $85,492 more recently. Headcount in the area went from 24,281 to 25,205 between 2021 and 2024, a 3.8% change. About 33% of households rent today, against 30.1% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher slipped from 50.4% to 47.3%. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Centerville, OH market of 2022.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Centerville on your salary?

At $1,677/mo, how Centerville rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $88,811/yr · Rent = 22.7% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,055/yr · Rent = 31.9% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $72,634/yr · Rent = 27.7% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $129,823/yr · Rent = 15.5% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $165,882/yr · Rent = 12.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,041/yr · Rent = 34.1% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $53,307/yr · Rent = 37.8% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $65,706/yr · Rent = 30.6% income

stretched

By apartment size

Centerville rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Centerville. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

Tips for renters in Centerville

About renting in Centerville, OH

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Centerville is $1,677/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $980/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,360/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,060/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,760/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($85,492/yr), Centerville ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 1.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Centerville an affordable city for renters?

Centerville is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,677/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($85,492/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Centerville falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Centerville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $67,000/year (~$32/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,677/mo in Centerville. The local median household income is $85,492/yr, meaning the typical Centerville household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Centerville?

Rent in Centerville has decreased 1.9% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Centerville rent compare to other cities in Ohio?

Centerville is one of the pricier cities in Ohio for rent, ranking #42 out of 128 tracked cities at $1,677/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Centerville?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Centerville ($1,677/mo): Dayton ($1,207/mo), West Carrollton ($1,245/mo), Franklin ($1,259/mo).

What percentage of Centerville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 33% of Centerville households are renters, while 67% are owner-occupied. Centerville leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Centerville rent compare to the national average?

Centerville's median rent of $1,677/mo is $288 (15%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Ohio, it ranks #42 out of 128 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

24%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,677/mo, rent takes ~24% of Centerville's median household income ($85,492/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Centerville 24%Benchmark 30%

State income tax2.75–3.5%

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