Last updated October 17, 2026
Average Rent in Pennsylvania (2026)
Average rent across Pennsylvania is $1,995/mo as of October 2026, based on 935 units tracked daily across 15 cities and 88 apartment communities. Rents are down $149 (7.9%) compared to 30 days ago. Prices range from $774 to $4,760.
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Pennsylvania Rent by City
Cities ranked by tracked inventory depth, biggest first. Prices are refreshed daily.
| City | Avg Rent | 30d Change | Units | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allentown | $1,820 | -$90 | 339 | $1,179 |
| Lancaster | $2,081 | -$55 | 186 | $1,050 |
| Philadelphia | $2,531 | +$202 | 144 | $1,285 |
| Pittsburgh | $2,137 | -$273 | 114 | $800 |
| York | $1,581 | +$112 | 59 | $995 |
| Reading | $1,491 | +$278 | 22 | $899 |
| Scranton | $1,667 | -$109 | 21 | $1,495 |
| Wyomissing | $2,212 | -- | 21 | $1,452 |
| Shillington | $1,672 | -- | 10 | $1,475 |
| Morrisville | $1,766 | +$122 | 8 | $1,615 |
| Erie | $1,021 | -- | 4 | $774 |
| West Lawn | $1,745 | +$107 | 3 | $1,560 |
| Whitehall Township | $1,152 | +$50 | 2 | $1,152 |
| Bethlehem | $1,645 | -- | 1 | $1,645 |
| West York | $1,600 | -- | 1 | $1,600 |
Which Pennsylvania Cities Are Getting Cheaper?
30-day percent change in asking rent across Pennsylvania cities. Green bars dropped, red bars rose. Showing the 13 biggest movers.
The Highest-Earning Apartment Buildings in Pennsylvania
Across the 7 Pennsylvania buildings we can estimate, rental revenue totals about $2.7M per month ($32M a year). Estimates come from each building's unit-level listing and leasing activity; click a building for the full methodology.
| Building | City | Est. Monthly Revenue | Est. Occupancy | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.Dalian on the Park | Philadelphia, PA | $871K/mo | 98% | 293 |
| 2.Lincoln Square | Philadelphia, PA | $855K/mo | 95% | 322 |
| 3.Terrain On The Parkway Apartments | Allentown, PA | $319K/mo | 96% | 160 |
| 4.Greenview Terrace | Lancaster, PA | $210K/mo | 95% | 112 |
| 5.Ray Philly | Philadelphia, PA | $196K/mo | 98% | 110 |
| 6.Barrcrest Apartment Homes | Lancaster, PA | $137K/mo | 99% | 84 |
| 7.West End Village at Bethlehem | Bethlehem, PA | $102K/mo | 99% | 65 |
Research estimates from listing activity, not operator financials.
Rent by Bedroom Type
Average rent in Pennsylvania broken down by apartment size. Only bedroom buckets with 100+ tracked units are shown so every row is backed by meaningful sample size.
| Type | Avg Rent | From | Up To | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,806 | $800 | $3,580 | 190 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,931 | $774 | $3,438 | 425 |
| 2 Bedroom | $2,213 | $995 | $4,760 | 264 |
2 bedroom buckets hidden with fewer than 100 tracked units.
Pennsylvania Rent Trend Over Time
Average rent trend across all tracked Pennsylvania apartments.
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What is the average rent in Pennsylvania?
The average rent in Pennsylvania is $1,995 per month as of October 2026, based on 935 units tracked across 15 cities.
Which Pennsylvania city has the cheapest rent?
Reading has the lowest average rent in Pennsylvania at $1,491 per month, with units starting from $899.
Are rents going up or down in Pennsylvania?
Rents in Pennsylvania have decreased by $149 (7.9%) over the last 30 days.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Pennsylvania?
The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Pennsylvania is $1,931 per month, with 425 units available.
What is the most expensive city in Pennsylvania?
Philadelphia is the most expensive city in Pennsylvania with an average rent of $2,531 per month.
How many apartments are available in Pennsylvania?
We track 935 individual units across 88 apartment communities in 15 Pennsylvania cities. Prices are updated daily.
What is the average rent for a studio in Pennsylvania?
The average studio apartment rent in Pennsylvania is $1,806 per month.
How often are Pennsylvania rent prices updated?
We refresh real asking prices every morning. All Pennsylvania rent data is updated daily, giving you the most current pricing available.