What is the average apartment size in Downtown Reno, Reno, NV?

The average size for a Downtown Reno, Reno, NV apartment is 549 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Downtown Reno?

As of Feb / 2026, the average rent in Downtown Reno is $1,478 per month, a 1.7% decrease from last years average of $1,503.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Downtown Reno?

In Downtown Reno, studios rent for $1,145 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,490 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $2,004 per month.

What is the average apartment size in Downtown Reno?

The typical apartment in Downtown Reno offers about 549 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Downtown Reno?

Studio apartments in Downtown Reno average 322 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 581 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 888 sq. ft.

Downtown Reno, Reno, NV Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Downtown Reno?

The typical rent budget in Downtown Reno ranges from $1,001 to $1,500 per month, with 39% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Downtown Reno?

In Downtown Reno, 61% of households rent while 39% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: April 14, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Downtown Reno is $1,478, a 1.7% decrease compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,503.

Studio Apartments at $1,145 offer the most budget-friendly option with 322 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 581 square feet for $1,490, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $2,004 offer 888 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Average rent in Downtown Reno, Reno, NV

Last updated: April 14, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,478	549 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,145	322 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,490	581 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$2,004	888 sq. ft.
3 Beds	n/a	n/a

Downtown Reno, Reno, NV rent trends

Rental prices in Downtown Reno, Reno, NV have decreased by 1.7% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,503 to $1,478.

What's the typical rent budget in Downtown Reno, Reno, NV?

The largest share of rentals in Downtown Reno, Reno, NV (39%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Downtown Reno, Reno, NV?

2,594 or 61% of the households in Downtown Reno, Reno, NV are renter-occupied while 1,691 or 39% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Downtown Reno?

Academy Manor $1,044/month

Wells $1,313/month

Chism $1,326/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,763/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Downtown Reno?

Copper Point $1,996/month

Southeast Reno $2,110/month

West University $2,330/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Reno, NV By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
West University	$2,330
Southeast Reno	$2,110
Copper Point	$1,996
Northgate	$1,845
Monte Vista Village	$1,835
Huffaker Park	$1,792
Sierra Meadows	$1,779
Northeast Reno	$1,769
Sky Vista Village	$1,732
The Village at Idlewild Park	$1,719
Southwest Reno	$1,693
Huffaker Hills	$1,684
Midtown Reno	$1,573
Silverada	$1,513
Coit Heights	$1,484
Country Club Acres	$1,481
Downtown Reno	$1,478
East Peckham	$1,416
Heron's Landing	$1,394
Chism	$1,326
Wells	$1,313
Academy Manor	$1,044

Reno | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Downtown Reno is 42% higher than in Academy Manor

$1,478

Downtown Reno rent is the same as Reno average

Average Rent $1,478

$1,044

Academy Manor rent is 29% lower than Reno average

Average Rent $1,044

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Downtown Reno apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.