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South Euclid

Pop. 21,534·39th most expensive in Ohio·Rental market data updated monthly for South Euclid, OH
Median rent (all units)
$1,694/mo
Year-over-Year
+2.5%
Month-over-Month
-2.2%
vs US Median
-$271
Falling (Monthly)
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South Euclid · $1,694
More affordable than 62% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
57/100
Fairly priced
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Rents are 4% below what South Euclid's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$1,694/mo
Expected by trend
$1,755/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$950
1 BR
$970
2 BR
$1,139
3 BR
$1,560
4 BR+
$1,793
Research median
$1,139/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
$20,328/yr
At $1,694/mo median
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Rents are softening (up only 2.5% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.
Based on rent-price momentum (+2.5% YoY, -2.2% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

South Euclid, OH is majority owner-occupied, 42.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
21,534
Median income
$81,297
Median age
37.3
Renters
18.3%
Age distribution
21.3%
24.5%
23.6%
13.7%
17%
Under 1821.3%
18–3424.5%
35–5423.6%
55–6413.7%
65+17%
Gender
50.8%
49.2%
Male50.8%
Female49.2%
Race & ethnicity
40.5%
52.1%
White40.5%
Black52.1%
Hispanic2.6%
Asian2.1%
Other2.7%
Education (25+)
18.4%
34.9%
42.3%
No HS diploma4.4%
HS diploma18.4%
Some college34.9%
Bachelor's+42.3%
Housing tenure
81.7%
18.3%
Owner81.7%
Renter18.3%

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

2022 vs 2026

How South Euclid, OH has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,310 → $1,694
up 29.3%
Income
$67,619 → $81,297
up 20.2%
Population
21,882 → 21,534
down 1.6%
Renter share
22.5% → 18.3%
-4.2 pts
Bachelor's+
42.9% → 42.3%
-0.6 pts
Median age
36.6 → 37.3
+0.7 yrs

Since 2022, the typical rent in South Euclid, OH has climbed from $1,310 to $1,694, a 29.3% change over five years. Census figures show median household income at $81,297 today, compared with $67,619 five years earlier. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has contracted by 1.6% since 2021, moving from about 21,882 residents to roughly 21,534. Renters now make up 18.3% of households, compared with 22.5% five years ago. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2022.

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South Euclid rent by bedroom count

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About renting in South Euclid, OH

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in South Euclid is $1,694/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $950/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,139/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $970/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,560/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($81,297/yr), South Euclid ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is South Euclid an affordable city for renters?

South Euclid is considered affordable for renters. At $1,694/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($81,297/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. South Euclid falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in South Euclid?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $68,000/year (~$33/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,694/mo in South Euclid. The local median household income is $81,297/yr, meaning the typical South Euclid household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in South Euclid?

Rent in South Euclid has increased 2.5% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does South Euclid rent compare to other cities in Ohio?

South Euclid is one of the pricier cities in Ohio for rent, ranking #39 out of 128 tracked cities at $1,694/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than South Euclid?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than South Euclid ($1,694/mo): East Cleveland ($771/mo), Mayfield Heights ($1,355/mo), Cleveland Heights ($1,490/mo).

What percentage of South Euclid residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 18.3% of South Euclid households are renters, while 81.7% are owner-occupied. South Euclid leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does South Euclid rent compare to the national average?

South Euclid's median rent of $1,694/mo is $271 (14%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Ohio, it ranks #39 out of 128 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
25%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,694/mo, rent takes ~25% of South Euclid's median household income ($81,297/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax2.75–3.5%
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