Rentometer, Inc. | Data as of 10/23/2025
Fairborn, Ohio, offers a balanced rental market that blends the convenience of city living with the charm of a close‑knit community. Situated just southeast of Dayton and anchored by the historic Wright‑Patriot Air Force Base, the city attracts a diverse mix of military personnel, professionals, and families. This demand fuels a healthy selection of both apartments and single‑family homes, giving renters a variety of choices without sacrificing affordability. For those seeking compact living, studio apartments commonly fall in the $800 range, while spacious four‑plus‑bedroom houses can approach the $2,300 range, reflecting the breadth of options available across the market.
The rental inventory in Fairborn is evenly split between apartments and houses, each offering multiple bedroom configurations. Apartment seekers will find studios and one‑ to four‑plus‑bedroom units, with one‑bedroom apartments typically hovering near the low‑$900 bracket and two‑bedroom units moving toward the $1,100 mark. Larger family‑oriented homes provide generous space, with three‑bedroom houses averaging well above the $1,600 level and four‑plus‑bedroom residences commanding premium rents. These figures illustrate a market that accommodates everything from first‑time renters to growing households looking for more room.
Neighborhoods such as Fairborn Village, Leona Lane, and the vibrant downtown district showcase tree‑lined streets, local eateries, and easy access to recreational assets like Grissom Air Museum and Fairborn City Park. Proximity to major highways and the Air Force Base makes commuting straightforward, while the city’s thriving schools and community events add to its appeal. Whether you’re drawn by the convenience of apartment living or the space of a detached home, Fairborn’s rental landscape delivers a welcoming environment for a wide range of lifestyle needs.
| Property Type | Bedrooms | Average | Median | Min - Max | 25th - 75th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment | Studio | $812 | $841 | $600 - $900 | $791 - $895 |
| Apartment | 1 Bedroom | $933 | $947 | $765 - $1,547 | $809 - $1,000 |
| Apartment | 2 Bedroom | $1,138 | $1,067 | $660 - $2,424 | $914 - $1,175 |
| Apartment | 3 Bedroom | $921 | $884 | $575 - $1,315 | $675 - $1,200 |
| Apartment | 4+ Bedroom | $582 | $590 | $540 - $650 | $540 - $590 |
| House | 1 Bedroom | $973 | $1,079 | $625 - $1,109 | $1,079 - $1,109 |
| House | 2 Bedroom | $1,087 | $1,100 | $850 - $1,375 | $975 - $1,200 |
| House | 3 Bedroom | $1,686 | $1,450 | $875 - $3,300 | $1,325 - $2,100 |
| House | 4+ Bedroom | $2,383 | $2,300 | $1,700 - $4,000 | $2,100 - $2,650 |
In the current period, the average rent in Fairborn was $812 for Studio, $938 for 1 Bedroom, $1,120 for 2 Bedroom, $1,613 for 3 Bedroom, and $2,045 for 4+ Bedroom.
Data provided by Rentometer, Inc.