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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Warrensville Heights, OH is $1,295. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Warrensville Heights cheaper than other Ohio cities?

Warrensville Heights is among the more affordable cities in Ohio, ranking #90 out of 128 cities at $1,295/mo.

When was Warrensville Heights rent data last updated?

Warrensville Heights 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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Warrensville Heights

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Pop. 13,545·90th most expensive in Ohio·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$1,295/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

-19.4%

vs US Median

-$670

Falling (Monthly)

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Warrensville Heights · $1,295

More affordable than 88% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

31% of income

MODERATE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,295/mo, rent takes about 31% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$52,000/yr

Local median income

$49,669/yr

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$860

1 BR

$970

2 BR

$1,180

3 BR

$1,520

4 BR+

$1,630

Research median

$1,180/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

$15,540/yr

At $1,295/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are down 0.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -19.4% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Warrensville Heights, OH is majority renter-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 24.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

13,545

Median income

$49,669

Median age

37.9

Renters

57.1%

Age distribution

25.1%

19.3%

18.5%

26.5%

Under 1825.1%

18–3419.3%

35–5418.5%

55–6410.6%

65+26.5%

Gender

40.8%

59.2%

Male40.8%

Female59.2%

Race & ethnicity

92%

White3.8%

Black92%

Hispanic0.6%

Other3.6%

Education (25+)

30.9%

36.5%

24.2%

No HS diploma8.4%

HS diploma30.9%

Some college36.5%

Bachelor's+24.2%

Housing tenure

42.9%

57.1%

Owner42.9%

Renter57.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Warrensville Heights, OH has changed in 5 years

Income

$41,712 → $49,669

up 19.1%

Population

13,694 → 13,545

down 1.1%

Renter share

62.2% → 57.1%

-5.1 pts

Bachelor's+

17.9% → 24.2%

+6.3 pts

Median age

35.4 → 37.9

+2.5 yrs

Median household income rose from $41,712 to $49,669 between 2021 and 2024, a 19.1% shift. The population has contracted by 1.1% since 2021, moving from about 13,694 residents to roughly 13,545. Renters now make up 57.1% of households, compared with 62.2% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 24.2% of adults here, versus 17.9% in 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Warrensville Heights on your salary?

At $1,295/mo, how Warrensville Heights rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $88,811/yr · Rent = 17.5% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,055/yr · Rent = 24.6% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $72,634/yr · Rent = 21.4% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $129,823/yr · Rent = 12% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $165,882/yr · Rent = 9.4% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,041/yr · Rent = 26.3% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $53,307/yr · Rent = 29.2% income

affordable

Electrician

Avg $65,706/yr · Rent = 23.7% income

affordable

By apartment size

Warrensville Heights rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Warrensville Heights, OH

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Warrensville Heights is $1,295/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $860/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,180/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $970/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,520/mo.

At 31% of local median household income ($49,669/yr), Warrensville Heights ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Warrensville Heights an affordable city for renters?

Warrensville Heights is considered moderate for renters. At $1,295/mo, rent takes approximately 31% of the local median household income ($49,669/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Warrensville Heights slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

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

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $52,000/year (~$25/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,295/mo in Warrensville Heights. The local median household income is $49,669/yr, meaning the typical Warrensville Heights household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Warrensville Heights?

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

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

Warrensville Heights is one of the more affordable cities in Ohio for rent, ranking #90 out of 128 tracked cities at $1,295/mo.

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

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

What percentage of Warrensville Heights residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 57.1% of Warrensville Heights households are renters, while 42.9% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Warrensville Heights has a strong rental market.

How does Warrensville Heights rent compare to the national average?

Warrensville Heights's median rent of $1,295/mo is $670 (34%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Ohio, it ranks #90 out of 128 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

31%

MODERATE

At $1,295/mo, rent takes ~31% of Warrensville Heights's median household income ($49,669/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Warrensville Heights 31%Benchmark 30%

State income tax2.75–3.5%

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