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

As of June 2026, the median monthly rent in Eastlake, OH is $1,511. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Eastlake cheaper than other Ohio cities?

Eastlake falls in the middle range for Ohio, ranking #60 out of 125 cities at $1,511/mo.

When was Eastlake rent data last updated?

Eastlake rent data reflects June 2026 and was last refreshed on June 22, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Eastlake

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Pop. 17,493·60th most expensive in Ohio·Rental market data updated monthly for Eastlake, OH

Median rent (all units)

$1,511/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

+24.6%

vs US Median

-$454

Rising (Monthly)

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Eastlake · $1,511

More affordable than 75% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

29% of income

AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,511/mo, rent takes about 29% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$60,000/yr

Local median income

$62,072/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Eastlake's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$870

1 BR

$990

2 BR

$1,200

3 BR

$1,540

4 BR+

$1,660

Research median

$1,200/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: June 22, 2026

Annual cost

$18,132/yr

At $1,511/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +24.6% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Eastlake, OH is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 21.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

17,493

Median income

$62,072

Median age

46.9

Renters

25.6%

Age distribution

15.8%

21.7%

23%

15.1%

24.4%

Under 1815.8%

18–3421.7%

35–5423%

55–6415.1%

65+24.4%

Gender

49.1%

50.9%

Male49.1%

Female50.9%

Race & ethnicity

88.1%

White88.1%

Black4.3%

Hispanic2.9%

Other4.4%

Education (25+)

40.4%

31.8%

21.7%

No HS diploma6.1%

HS diploma40.4%

Some college31.8%

Bachelor's+21.7%

Housing tenure

74.4%

25.6%

Owner74.4%

Renter25.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Eastlake, OH has changed in 5 years

Income

$55,931 → $62,072

up 11.0%

Population

17,743 → 17,493

down 1.4%

Renter share

26.2% → 25.6%

-0.6 pts

Bachelor's+

19.9% → 21.7%

+1.8 pts

Median age

46.3 → 46.9

+0.6 yrs

Census figures show median household income at $62,072 today, compared with $55,931 five years earlier. Census counts show Eastlake, OH losing about 250 residents over the five-year window, down 1.4% on net.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Eastlake on your salary?

At $1,511/mo, how Eastlake rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $88,811/yr · Rent = 20.4% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,055/yr · Rent = 28.8% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $72,634/yr · Rent = 25% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $129,823/yr · Rent = 14% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $165,882/yr · Rent = 10.9% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,041/yr · Rent = 30.7% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $53,307/yr · Rent = 34% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $65,706/yr · Rent = 27.6% income

affordable

By apartment size

Eastlake rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Eastlake, OH

Last updated: June 22, 2026

The median rent in Eastlake is $1,511/mo as of June 2026. A studio apartment averages $870/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,200/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $990/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,540/mo.

At 29% of local median household income ($62,072/yr), Eastlake ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Eastlake an affordable city for renters?

Eastlake is considered affordable for renters. At $1,511/mo, rent takes approximately 29% of the local median household income ($62,072/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Eastlake falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Eastlake?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $60,000/year (~$29/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,511/mo in Eastlake. The local median household income is $62,072/yr, meaning the typical Eastlake household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Eastlake?

Rent in Eastlake has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of June 2026.

How does Eastlake rent compare to other cities in Ohio?

Eastlake is middle-of-the-pack for Ohio for rent, ranking #60 out of 125 tracked cities at $1,511/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Eastlake?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Eastlake ($1,511/mo): Euclid ($1,310/mo), Mayfield Heights ($1,355/mo), Willoughby ($1,486/mo).

What percentage of Eastlake residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 25.6% of Eastlake households are renters, while 74.4% are owner-occupied. Eastlake leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.