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# Average Rent in Peoria, AZ: What the Latest Figures Show
- URL: https://josetijam.com/average-rent-in-peoria-az/
- Published: 2026-10-13T06:08:02.000Z
- Updated: 2026-10-13T20:04:05.000Z
- Description: Published average rents for Peoria, Arizona range from about $1,357 to $2,250 a month, depending on the source and date. This article explains what each figure measures so you can budget with the right number.
- Author: Housing Ledger Editorial
- Tags: Peoria AZ, rent, rental market, Arizona housing, #gce-1f83c0b3

The highest published figure, $2,250, is dated October 3, 2026 [\[1\]](https://www.zillow.com/rental-manager/market-trends/peoria-az/?ref=josetijam.com), so it is the latest figure covered here. A figure from 2021 is too old to use for a budget you set today.

The gap comes from differences in what each site measures. Each one tracks different listings and bedroom mixes, so their averages will not match. Compare the date and unit mix before you pick a number.

This article shows how each figure is measured, what studios and two-bedrooms cost, and how Peoria compares with the national average. Use these details to set a budget range rather than a single number.

## Why do the average rent figures for Peoria differ?

Each site publishes its own average for Peoria, Arizona, and the figures differ because they use different dates, unit mixes, and methods. Peoria, Illinois is a separate city and is not covered here. To go further, see [Average Rent in Mesa AZ: What the Latest Figures Show](https://josetijam.com/average-rent-in-mesa-az/).

The gap between the lowest and highest figures comes from three things: the date, the units counted, and each site's method. Some sites count only apartments, while others count every bedroom count and property type. A figure that mixes studios with larger homes will not match a figure for one unit size.

Its published figure gives no date, so you cannot tell how current it is.

Because that number mixes unit sizes, it is a broad benchmark rather than a price for one type of home.

RentCafe reports $1,581 for an apartment in Peoria [\[2\]](https://www.rentcafe.com/average-rent-market-trends/us/az/peoria/?ref=josetijam.com). That is a 2.59% decrease compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,623 [\[2\]](https://www.rentcafe.com/average-rent-market-trends/us/az/peoria/?ref=josetijam.com). A small yearly drop like this shows the direction of prices, but it does not tell you what one unit will cost. It also helps to read [Average Rent in Pueblo, CO: What the Latest Figures Show](https://josetijam.com/average-rent-in-pueblo-co/).

A range shows how far prices spread across listings. If you budget from the low end alone, you may find few units at that price.

It is the highest number in this group. The page also tracks monthly and annual rent changes and lets you compare costs across locations [\[1\]](https://www.zillow.com/rental-manager/market-trends/peoria-az/?ref=josetijam.com).

For budgeting, start with the figure that matches your bedroom count and date, then compare it with one or two others.

![Older single-family homes beside newer apartment buildings on a tree-lined street in a mixed suburban neighborhood.](https://tse1.mm.bing.net/th?q=suburban%20street%20mixing%20older%20houses%20and%20newer%20apartment%20buildings&w=800&h=450&rs=1&c=4)

## How much rent should you expect for each unit size?

### Studio apartments

The figure is an average of the listings that site tracked. It is not a price any landlord has to offer. That is below the average, so it is worth a closer look, not a sign that something is wrong.

### One-bedroom apartments

The plus sign means the average starts at that amount and can run higher.

### Two-bedroom apartments

As with the one-bedroom figure, the plus sign means the average is a starting point.

A two-bedroom priced near that average is a reasonable place to begin your search.

### Using the three figures

Use only the figure that matches your unit size. Do not average the three numbers together, because each one describes a different number of bedrooms.

The studio figure comes from rent.com, while the bedroom figures come from ApartmentList, so compare each one only with the same type of unit. Treat all three as estimates, not quotes for a specific apartment.

Once you have your figure, open a current listing for your unit size and check that its rent is close to the average.

![Bright two-bedroom apartment living room with a sofa, dining table, and window light, showing a typical rental layout.](https://tse1.mm.bing.net/th?q=two-bedroom%20apartment%20living%20room%20with%20dining%20table&w=800&h=450&rs=1&c=4)

## Is rent in Peoria higher or lower than the national average?

Peoria, Arizona rent sits below the national average.

### What the 19% gap means

If your budget is built around the national average, Peoria's lower level leaves more room each month. You could use that room for a larger unit, a better location, or savings.

The gap does not tell you what any single apartment will cost. It compares one published average with another, so it describes the market as a whole rather than a building you might visit.

### Why the comparison is rough

The national and Peoria averages may not measure the same things. One may include more studios, while the other includes more three-bedroom homes. The two figures may also come from different periods, and rents change over time.

Use it to judge whether Peoria is likely to be cheaper than your current city, then look at specific listings for real prices.

### How to use the comparison in a budget

Start with the monthly amount you can afford. If the Peoria figure fits your budget and the national figure does not, Peoria may be the more realistic place to look.

The national average sits just above that, so many typical national listings would stretch your budget. Peoria's lower average may give you more options in that range, but you still need to check the bedroom count and lease terms of each unit you consider.

Keep the national comparison as one input among several. Your job, commute, and preferred neighborhoods matter as much as the average.

## Which Peoria rent figure should you use to budget?

Use a dated figure that matches the bedroom count you plan to rent. A studio average and a two-bedroom average are different numbers, so a single citywide figure can mislead your budget. Pick the average for your unit size and note the date it was published. For a closer look, read [Average Rent in Gilbert AZ: How to Read the Numbers](https://josetijam.com/average-rent-in-gilbert-az/).

Treat any published average as an estimate, not a quote for a specific apartment. Each listing differs by building, age, and amenities, so the rent you are offered may land above or below the average. Compare two or three recent sources, such as Zillow, Apartments.com, and rent.com, before you set your budget. Then plan for the high end of the range you find. Your next step is to pull current listings for your bedroom count and see where they fall. To go further, see [Average Rent in Dayton OH: What the Current Figures Mean](https://josetijam.com/average-rent-in-dayton-oh/).

## Sources

1. [Average Rental Price in Peoria, AZ](https://www.zillow.com/rental-manager/market-trends/peoria-az/?ref=josetijam.com)
2. [Average Rent in Peoria, AZ](https://www.rentcafe.com/average-rent-market-trends/us/az/peoria/?ref=josetijam.com)