Philadelphia, PA Rent History

141 months of data, 2015–2026. Source: ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index, smoothed seasonally adjusted).

Today (2026-09)
$1,757
1-year change
+3.4%
$57/mo
5-year change
+19.8%
$291/mo
10-year change
+42.8%
$527/mo

Monthly rent trend

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Year-by-year rent in Philadelphia

YearMedian rentYoY changevs 2015
2015$1,177/mo—0.0%
2016$1,213/mo+3.1%+3.1%
2017$1,255/mo+3.5%+6.6%
2018$1,295/mo+3.2%+10.0%
2019$1,343/mo+3.7%+14.1%
2020$1,385/mo+3.1%+17.7%
2021$1,407/mo+1.6%+19.5%
2022$1,537/mo+9.2%+30.6%
2023$1,588/mo+3.3%+34.9%
2024$1,634/mo+2.9%+38.8%
2025$1,680/mo+2.8%+42.7%
2026$1,729/mo+2.9%+46.9%

Frequently asked questions

How much has rent in Philadelphia changed since 2015?

Median rent in Philadelphia, PA was $1,164 in 2015-01 and is $1,757 as of 2026-09 — a change of $593 per month over 11 years.

How much has Philadelphia rent increased in the last 5 years?

Over the past 5 years, median rent in Philadelphia, PA has changed +19.8% ($291 per month). The current median is $1,757.

What has rent in Philadelphia done over the past decade?

Over the past 10 years, median rent in Philadelphia, PA has changed +42.8% ($527 per month). It is now $1,757.

Is rent in Philadelphia going up or down year over year?

Year over year, median rent in Philadelphia, PA has increased +3.4% ($57/mo). Current median: $1,757.

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Methodology: Rent figures use ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index) monthly smoothed seasonally-adjusted values for all properties (single family + condo + multifamily). Year-by-year table uses April readings (or nearest available month) for consistency across years. 1-/5-/10-year change uses the same month 2026 as the anchor.