Last updated July 6, 2026
Average Rent in Pennsylvania (2026)
Average rent across Pennsylvania is $1,857/mo as of July 2026, based on 480 units tracked daily across 10 cities and 66 apartment communities. Rents are up $41 (2.5%) compared to 30 days ago. Prices range from $725 to $13,246.
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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 | $1,714 | -$31 | 184 | $895 |
| Pittsburgh | $1,960 | -$128 | 89 | $850 |
| Philadelphia | $2,654 | +$391 | 77 | $765 |
| Lancaster | $1,754 | +$51 | 27 | $1,337 |
| Scranton | $1,602 | -$38 | 25 | $1,460 |
| York | $1,486 | -$40 | 23 | $925 |
| Erie | $1,108 | -$38 | 23 | $725 |
| West Lawn | $1,638 | -$29 | 17 | $1,580 |
| Reading | $1,377 | +$220 | 9 | $1,140 |
| Bethlehem | $1,555 | -$83 | 5 | $1,200 |
Which Pennsylvania Cities Are Getting Cheaper?
30-day percent change in asking rent across Pennsylvania cities. Green bars dropped, red bars rose. Showing the 10 biggest movers.
The Highest-Earning Apartment Buildings in Pennsylvania
Across the 40 Pennsylvania buildings we can estimate, rental revenue totals about $12M per month ($141M 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.1919 Market Street Apartments | Philadelphia, PA | $3.5M/mo | 99% | 1000 |
| 2.Edgewater | Philadelphia, PA | $1.0M/mo | 94% | 402 |
| 3.The District | Pittsburgh, PA | $799K/mo | 96% | 312 |
| 4.The Park at Southside Works | Pittsburgh, PA | $771K/mo | 95% | 360 |
| 5.The Commonwealth Building | Pittsburgh, PA | $634K/mo | 98% | 384 |
| 6.The Hive Residences | Allentown, PA | $350K/mo | 87% | 198 |
| 7.Summit Pointe Apartment Homes | Scranton, PA | $336K/mo | 93% | 240 |
| 8.Kensington Club | Lancaster, PA | $245K/mo | 88% | 144 |
| 9.Eighth & Penn | Pittsburgh, PA | $238K/mo | 94% | 156 |
| 10.The Hamilton at Grand Plaza | Allentown, PA | $232K/mo | 93% | 120 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1,837 | $765 | $13,246 | 211 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,968 | $895 | $4,426 | 162 |
3 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 $1,857 per month as of July 2026, based on 480 units tracked across 10 cities.
Which Pennsylvania city has the cheapest rent?
Bethlehem has the lowest average rent in Pennsylvania at $1,555 per month, with units starting from $1,200.
Are rents going up or down in Pennsylvania?
Rents in Pennsylvania have increased by $41 (2.5%) 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 $1,837 per month, with 211 units available.
What is the most expensive city in Pennsylvania?
Allentown is the most expensive city in Pennsylvania with an average rent of $1,714 per month.
How many apartments are available in Pennsylvania?
We track 480 individual units across 66 apartment communities in 10 Pennsylvania cities. Prices are updated daily.
What is the average rent for a studio in Pennsylvania?
Studio data is currently being collected.
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.