How much does it cost to rent in East Highland Park, VA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in East Highland Park, VA is $1,755. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is East Highland Park cheaper than other Virginia cities?

East Highland Park is among the more affordable cities in Virginia, ranking #57 out of 83 cities at $1,755/mo.

When was East Highland Park rent data last updated?

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

City Report · VA

East Highland Park

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Pop. 15,265·57th most expensive in Virginia·East Highland Park rents are up 8.1% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,755/mo

Year-over-Year

+8.1%

Month-over-Month

+3.5%

vs US Median

-$210

Rising (Monthly)

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East Highland Park · $1,755

More affordable than 57% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

33% of income

MODERATE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,755/mo, rent takes about 33% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$70,000/yr

Local median income

$64,681/yr

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,173

1 BR

$1,051

2 BR

$1,222

3 BR

$1,459

4 BR+

$1,951

Research median

$1,222/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

$21,060/yr

At $1,755/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 8.1% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+8.1% YoY, +3.5% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

East Highland Park, VA is majority owner-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 26.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

15,265

Median income

$64,681

Median age

40.8

Renters

33.4%

Age distribution

21.9%

20.3%

26.7%

13.8%

17.3%

Under 1821.9%

18–3420.3%

35–5426.7%

55–6413.8%

65+17.3%

Gender

45.4%

54.6%

Male45.4%

Female54.6%

Race & ethnicity

87.8%

White8.2%

Black87.8%

Hispanic1.8%

Other2.2%

Education (25+)

31.8%

33.7%

26.9%

No HS diploma7.6%

HS diploma31.8%

Some college33.7%

Bachelor's+26.9%

Housing tenure

66.6%

33.4%

Owner66.6%

Renter33.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How East Highland Park, VA has changed in 5 years

Income

$59,058 → $64,681

up 9.5%

Population

16,669 → 15,265

down 8.4%

Renter share

31.1% → 33.4%

+2.3 pts

Bachelor's+

19.7% → 26.9%

+7.2 pts

Median age

39.4 → 40.8

+1.4 yrs

Census figures show median household income at $64,681 today, compared with $59,058 five years earlier. Census counts show East Highland Park, VA losing about 1,404 residents over the five-year window, down 8.4% on net. The renter share has risen from 31.1% to 33.4%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 19.7% to 26.9% across the same window.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in East Highland Park on your salary?

At $1,755/mo, how East Highland Park rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $96,370/yr · Rent = 21.9% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $68,422/yr · Rent = 30.8% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $78,815/yr · Rent = 26.7% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $140,872/yr · Rent = 14.9% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $179,999/yr · Rent = 11.7% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $64,066/yr · Rent = 32.9% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $57,844/yr · Rent = 36.4% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $71,298/yr · Rent = 29.5% income

affordable

By apartment size

East Highland Park rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in East Highland Park. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in East Highland Park, VA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in East Highland Park is $1,755/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,173/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,222/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,051/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,459/mo.

At 33% of local median household income ($64,681/yr), East Highland Park ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 8.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is East Highland Park an affordable city for renters?

East Highland Park is considered moderate for renters. At $1,755/mo, rent takes approximately 33% of the local median household income ($64,681/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. East Highland Park slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in East Highland Park?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $70,000/year (~$34/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,755/mo in East Highland Park. The local median household income is $64,681/yr, meaning the typical East Highland Park household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in East Highland Park?

Rent in East Highland Park has increased 8.1% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does East Highland Park rent compare to other cities in Virginia?

East Highland Park is one of the more affordable cities in Virginia for rent, ranking #57 out of 83 tracked cities at $1,755/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than East Highland Park?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than East Highland Park ($1,755/mo): Highland Springs ($1,581/mo), Montrose ($1,595/mo).

What percentage of East Highland Park residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 33.4% of East Highland Park households are renters, while 66.6% are owner-occupied. East Highland Park leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does East Highland Park rent compare to the national average?

East Highland Park's median rent of $1,755/mo is $210 (11%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Virginia, it ranks #57 out of 83 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

33%

MODERATE

At $1,755/mo, rent takes ~33% of East Highland Park's median household income ($64,681/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

East Highland Park 33%Benchmark 30%

State income tax2–5.75%

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