State College, PA
Average - $1,698/mo · 2 beds
Green = lower rent · Red = higher rent
Distribution
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Market overview
Median and typical range by unit type in this market.
| Unit type | Median | 25th pct | 75th pct |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1,050 | $769 | $1,245 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,700 | $1,475 | $2,100 |
| 3 Bedroom | $2,125 | $1,895 | $2,395 |
| 4 Bedroom | $2,895 | $2,100 | $3,295 |
Based on 71 listings in State College.
How State College neighborhoods compare
Fair price estimates by bedroom count, neighborhood-adjusted using HUD data
| Neighborhood | ZIP | Studio | 1BR | 2BR | 3BR | 4BR | vs city avg | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Highlands | 16803 | — | $1,060 | $1,720 | $2,125 | ~$2,943 | — | 26 |
| Downtown State College | 16801 | — | $1,050 | $1,700 | $2,160 | ~$2,895 | — | 51 |
Fair prices blend ZIP-level listing medians with city medians adjusted by HUD Small Area FMR neighborhood factors (FY2026). Prices marked with ~ have fewer than five listings for that unit type. Not a guaranteed market price.
Recent listings in State College
Frequently asked questions
Figures below match the listing sample on this page.
The average rent in State College, PA is $1,698/mo across 78 active listings. A 2-bedroom typically runs around $1,700/mo. Prices vary significantly by neighborhood - use RentLemon to compare your specific address against local comps.
Based on 71 scored listings, 32% of State College, PA rentals are overpriced relative to local market benchmarks. That said, 38% are great deals and another 4% are good deals - 42% of the market is at or below fair value if you know where to look. RentLemon scores every listing against neighborhood-adjusted medians so you can tell which is which before you apply.
Rentals in State College, PA currently range from $400–$3,295. The spread reflects the mix of unit types and neighborhoods - studios and shared units anchor the low end, while large multi-bedroom homes in premium neighborhoods drive the high end.
Downtown State College is currently the most affordable area in our State College, PA sample. Prices shift month to month as new listings enter the market, so check the neighborhood index above for the latest fair-price estimates across every area we track.