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Average Rent in Sharon, PA Rents rising 7.5% YoY🔻 Cheapest in PA

HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 428,430

Data review: HUD FY2025Sources: HUD, Zillow, CensusMethodologyEditorial standardsReport a correction

Market Overview

Sharon, PA has rental prices ranging from $716/month to $1,374/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $721/month — 48% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $55,357/year, spending $721/month on a 1-bedroom represents 16% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Sharon Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $908/month, Sharon ranks #51 most expensive of the 51 cities tracked in Pennsylvania — more affordable than 69% of all US cities in our data.

The Sharon Rental Market

The Sharon, PA area has a population of about 428,430 and 29% of households renting rather than owning. That renter share runs below the US average of ~34%, a more homeowner-heavy market where rental inventory can be limited.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Sharon, PA have risen by $63/month (7.5%) over the past year, from $845 to $908. This modest growth is consistent with broader inflationary trends seen across US rental markets.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Sharon, PA without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $28,840. The local median household income of $55,357 exceeds that threshold by $26,517, making Sharon relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Rent vs. Buy

The median home value in Sharon, PA is $76,933, giving a price-to-rent ratio of 7.1. At this ratio, buyers who plan to stay 7 or more years may find purchasing more cost-effective than renting at current market prices.

Fair Market Rents

HUD FY2025
Studio
$716
Affordable
1 Bedroom
$721
Affordable
2 Bedrooms
$908
7.5% YoY
Affordable
3 Bedrooms
$1,257
Affordable
4 Bedrooms
$1,374
Affordable
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Median Home Value
$76,933
Source: Zillow ZHVI
Est. monthly payment
$409/mo
20% down · 30yr · 7%

Is Sharon, PA Affordable?

Income needed to rent or buy, price history, and how this city compares to nearby metros.

Affordability Index(30% income rule)

To rent a 2BR
$36,320/year
Local median income: $55,357
To buy a median home
$16,379/year
US national median: $75,000
💡 Based on a 2BR rent of $908/month and 20% down on a $76,933 home at 7% rate.

Nearby Cities in PAlargest metros in the state

CityStudio1BR2BR3BRHome Value
Pike County$1,270$1,279$1,657$2,152
Pittsburgh$998$1,068$1,280$1,632
Allentown$1,033$1,213$1,507$1,924
Harrisburg$953$1,114$1,371$1,763
Scranton$779$928$1,123$1,462
Lancaster$986$1,106$1,393$1,820

Rent or Buy in Sharon?

Break-even analysis and mortgage estimates based on local market data.

Should I Rent or Buy?

Break-even analysis using real Sharon data

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Home Value
$76,933
2BR Rent
$908/mo
Mortgage Rate
7%
Monthly P&I
$409/mo
🏠 Buy

Buying breaks even after 1 year — worth it if you stay 1+ years.

Total monthly buy cost: $567/movs rent: $908/mo
Estimates only. Excludes HOA, PMI (if <20% down), closing costs, and tax benefits. Assumes 5% return on invested down payment.

Mortgage Calculator

Estimate monthly payment for $76,933 home at 7% rate

20% — $15,387
3%50%
Estimated Monthly Payment
$409
per month · 30 years · 7% APR
Loan Amount
$61,546
Total Paid
$147,409
Total Interest
$85,863
Estimated only. Excludes taxes, insurance, HOA. Rate from FRED.

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