How much does it cost to rent in Garfield Heights, OH?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Garfield Heights, OH is $1,423. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Garfield Heights cheaper than other Ohio cities?

Garfield Heights falls in the middle range for Ohio, ranking #74 out of 128 cities at $1,423/mo.

When was Garfield Heights rent data last updated?

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

City Report · OH

Garfield Heights

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Pop. 29,269·74th most expensive in Ohio·Rental market data updated monthly for Garfield Heights, OH

Median rent (all units)

$1,423/mo

Year-over-Year

+3.4%

Month-over-Month

+0.9%

vs US Median

-$542

Rising (Monthly)

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Garfield Heights · $1,423

More affordable than 80% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

54/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 2% below what Garfield Heights's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,423/mo

Expected by trend

$1,454/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$970

1 BR

$1,100

2 BR

$1,330

3 BR

$1,710

4 BR+

$1,840

Research median

$1,330/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

$17,076/yr

At $1,423/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (3.4% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+3.4% YoY, +0.9% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Garfield Heights, OH is majority owner-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

29,269

Median income

$54,593

Median age

38.1

Renters

41.5%

Age distribution

22.5%

24.8%

20.8%

15.8%

16.1%

Under 1822.5%

18–3424.8%

35–5420.8%

55–6415.8%

65+16.1%

Gender

43.8%

56.2%

Male43.8%

Female56.2%

Race & ethnicity

30%

57.7%

White30%

Black57.7%

Hispanic6.8%

Other5.5%

Education (25+)

39.2%

35.9%

14.6%

No HS diploma10.3%

HS diploma39.2%

Some college35.9%

Bachelor's+14.6%

Housing tenure

58.5%

41.5%

Owner58.5%

Renter41.5%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Garfield Heights, OH has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,027 → $1,423

up 38.6%

Income

$45,189 → $54,593

up 20.8%

Population

29,585 → 29,269

down 1.1%

Renter share

42.8% → 41.5%

-1.3 pts

Bachelor's+

16.2% → 14.6%

-1.6 pts

Median age

39.4 → 38.1

-1.3 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Garfield Heights, OH has shifted from $1,027 to $1,423, up 38.6% since 2023. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $45,189 in 2021 to $54,593 more recently. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Garfield Heights, OH losing about 316 residents over the five-year window, down 1.1% on net. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Garfield Heights, OH market of 2023.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Garfield Heights on your salary?

At $1,423/mo, how Garfield Heights rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $88,811/yr · Rent = 19.2% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,055/yr · Rent = 27.1% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $72,634/yr · Rent = 23.5% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $129,823/yr · Rent = 13.2% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $165,882/yr · Rent = 10.3% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,041/yr · Rent = 28.9% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $53,307/yr · Rent = 32% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $65,706/yr · Rent = 26% income

affordable

By apartment size

Garfield Heights rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Garfield Heights, OH

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Garfield Heights is $1,423/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $970/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,330/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,100/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,710/mo.

At 31% of local median household income ($54,593/yr), Garfield Heights ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 3.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Garfield Heights an affordable city for renters?

Garfield Heights is considered moderate for renters. At $1,423/mo, rent takes approximately 31% of the local median household income ($54,593/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Garfield Heights slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Garfield Heights?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $57,000/year (~$27/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,423/mo in Garfield Heights. The local median household income is $54,593/yr, meaning the typical Garfield Heights household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Garfield Heights?

Rent in Garfield Heights has increased 3.4% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Garfield Heights rent compare to other cities in Ohio?

Garfield Heights is middle-of-the-pack for Ohio for rent, ranking #74 out of 128 tracked cities at $1,423/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Garfield Heights?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Garfield Heights ($1,423/mo): Bedford Heights ($1,086/mo), Bedford ($1,147/mo), Warrensville Heights ($1,295/mo).

What percentage of Garfield Heights residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 41.5% of Garfield Heights households are renters, while 58.5% are owner-occupied. Garfield Heights leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Garfield Heights rent compare to the national average?

Garfield Heights's median rent of $1,423/mo is $542 (28%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Ohio, it ranks #74 out of 128 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

31%

MODERATE

At $1,423/mo, rent takes ~31% of Garfield Heights's median household income ($54,593/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Garfield Heights 31%Benchmark 30%

State income tax2.75–3.5%

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