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Fairview

Pop. 526·36th most expensive in Oregon·Fairview rents have dropped 5.8%, currently a renter's market
Median rent (all units)
$1,733/mo
Year-over-Year
-5.8%
Month-over-Month
+1.4%
vs US Median
-$232
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Fairview · $1,733
More affordable than 59% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
65/100
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Rents are 8% below what Fairview's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$1,733/mo
Expected by trend
$1,876/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,530
1 BR
$1,650
2 BR
$1,880
3 BR
$2,580
4 BR+
$3,030
Research median
$1,880/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
$20,796/yr
At $1,733/mo median
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Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are softening (down 5.8% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.
Based on rent-price momentum (-5.8% YoY, +1.4% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Fairview, OR is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income below the national average, 24.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
526
Median income
$48,459
Median age
34.5
Renters
24.9%
Age distribution
32.1%
21.1%
27.8%
16.3%
Under 1832.1%
18–3421.1%
35–5427.8%
55–642.7%
65+16.3%
Gender
37.5%
62.5%
Male37.5%
Female62.5%
Race & ethnicity
70.2%
24.1%
White70.2%
Black1.5%
Hispanic24.1%
Other4.2%
Education (25+)
32.2%
33.1%
24.4%
No HS diploma10.4%
HS diploma32.2%
Some college33.1%
Bachelor's+24.4%
Housing tenure
75.1%
24.9%
Owner75.1%
Renter24.9%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Fairview, OR has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,696 → $1,733
up 2.2%
Income
$34,583 → $48,459
up 40.1%
Population
636 → 526
down 17.3%
Renter share
41% → 24.9%
-16.1 pts
Bachelor's+
2% → 24.4%
+22.4 pts
Median age
25.7 → 34.5
+8.8 yrs

Compared with 2023, rent in Fairview, OR has increased by $37 per month, settling near $1,733 after starting the period at $1,696. On the earnings side, the typical household in Fairview, OR now reports about $48,459, up from $34,583 in 2021. Income growth outran rent by about 37.9 percentage points, easing the affordability math somewhat compared with 2021. Headcount in the area went from 636 to 526 between 2021 and 2024, a 17.3% change. About 24.9% of households rent today, against 41% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 2% to 24.4%. For context, the 2023 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Fairview, OR reflects that arc in its own way.

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About renting in Fairview, OR

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Fairview is $1,733/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,530/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,880/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,650/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,580/mo.

At 43% of local median household income ($48,459/yr), Fairview ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 5.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Fairview an affordable city for renters?

Fairview is considered stretched for renters. At $1,733/mo, rent takes approximately 43% of the local median household income ($48,459/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Fairview significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Fairview?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $69,000/year (~$33/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,733/mo in Fairview. The local median household income is $48,459/yr, meaning the typical Fairview household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Fairview?

Rent in Fairview has decreased 5.8% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Fairview rent compare to other cities in Oregon?

Fairview is middle-of-the-pack for Oregon for rent, ranking #36 out of 65 tracked cities at $1,733/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Fairview?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Fairview ($1,733/mo): Wood Village ($1,626/mo), Gresham ($1,632/mo).

What percentage of Fairview residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 24.9% of Fairview households are renters, while 75.1% are owner-occupied. Fairview leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Fairview rent compare to the national average?

Fairview's median rent of $1,733/mo is $232 (12%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Oregon, it ranks #36 out of 65 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
43%
STRETCHED

At $1,733/mo, rent takes ~43% of Fairview's median household income ($48,459/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Fairview 43%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.75–9.9%
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