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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Sylvania, OH is $1,989. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Sylvania cheaper than other Ohio cities?

Sylvania is one of the pricier cities in Ohio, ranking #16 out of 128 cities tracked at $1,989/mo.

When was Sylvania rent data last updated?

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

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Sylvania

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Pop. 19,055·16th most expensive in Ohio·Rental market data updated monthly for Sylvania, OH

Median rent (all units)

$1,989/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

+3.3%

vs US Median

+$24

Rising (Monthly)

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Most AffordableMost Expensive

Sylvania · $1,989

More expensive than 58% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

24% of income

VERY AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,989/mo, rent takes about 24% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$80,000/yr

Local median income

$100,189/yr

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$850

1 BR

$910

2 BR

$1,200

3 BR

$1,560

4 BR+

$1,640

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: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$23,868/yr

At $1,989/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, +3.3% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Sylvania, OH is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 51.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

19,055

Median income

$100,189

Median age

40.1

Renters

22.4%

Age distribution

25.6%

18.5%

23.8%

20.7%

Under 1825.6%

18–3418.5%

35–5423.8%

55–6411.4%

65+20.7%

Gender

48.5%

51.5%

Male48.5%

Female51.5%

Race & ethnicity

86.3%

White86.3%

Black4.1%

Hispanic5.9%

Asian3.1%

Other0.6%

Education (25+)

17.6%

28.3%

51.9%

No HS diploma2.1%

HS diploma17.6%

Some college28.3%

Bachelor's+51.9%

Housing tenure

77.6%

22.4%

Owner77.6%

Renter22.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Sylvania, OH has changed in 5 years

Income

$88,246 → $100,189

up 13.5%

Population

18,991 → 19,055

up 0.3%

Renter share

21% → 22.4%

+1.4 pts

Bachelor's+

49% → 51.9%

+2.9 pts

Median age

41.5 → 40.1

-1.4 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Sylvania, OH now reports about $100,189, up from $88,246 in 2021. College-educated residents now make up 51.9% of adults here, versus 49% in 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Sylvania on your salary?

At $1,989/mo, how Sylvania rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $88,811/yr · Rent = 26.9% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,055/yr · Rent = 37.9% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $72,634/yr · Rent = 32.9% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $129,823/yr · Rent = 18.4% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $165,882/yr · Rent = 14.4% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,041/yr · Rent = 40.4% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $53,307/yr · Rent = 44.8% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $65,706/yr · Rent = 36.3% income

stretched

By apartment size

Sylvania rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Sylvania, OH

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Sylvania is $1,989/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $850/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,200/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $910/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,560/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($100,189/yr), Sylvania ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Sylvania an affordable city for renters?

Sylvania is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,989/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($100,189/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Sylvania falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Sylvania?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $80,000/year (~$38/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,989/mo in Sylvania. The local median household income is $100,189/yr, meaning the typical Sylvania household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Sylvania?

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

How does Sylvania rent compare to other cities in Ohio?

Sylvania is one of the pricier cities in Ohio for rent, ranking #16 out of 128 tracked cities at $1,989/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Sylvania?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Sylvania ($1,989/mo): Bowling Green ($1,049/mo), Adrian ($1,100/mo), Toledo ($1,125/mo).

What percentage of Sylvania residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 22.4% of Sylvania households are renters, while 77.6% are owner-occupied. Sylvania leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.