Quick answer
Walkable South Virginia strip, restaurants, coffee, galleries, most livable; 1BR $1,400–1,900
Neighborhood Guide · 2026
Midtown, Reno
Walkable South Virginia strip, restaurants, coffee, galleries, most livable; 1BR $1,400–1,900
Reno Housing Costs — 2026
Median 1BR rent
$1,450/mo
Median 2BR rent
$1,820/mo
Median home price
$460K
Avg utilities
$165/mo
City-wide medians. Midtown rents may vary above or below depending on building vintage and unit type.Full Reno breakdown →
Other Neighborhoods in Reno
Compare Midtown with other popular areas.
Old Southwest
Craftsman homes, tree-lined, UNR adjacent, quiet, walkable; 1BR $1,300–1,800
Riverwalk / Downtown
Truckee River parks, casino adjacent, most urban, changing; 1BR $1,300–1,800
Northwest Reno
Newer construction, safer, Peavine Mountain views, families; 1BR $1,300–1,700
Sparks
East suburban, Tesla Gigafactory adjacent, more affordable, families; 1BR $1,200–1,600
South Meadows
Corporate parks, Amazon/Google facilities, suburban, newest construction; 1BR $1,300–1,700
Incline Village (Lake Tahoe)
Nevada side of Tahoe, no income tax + lake views, expensive, second homes; 1BR $2,200–3,500
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Midtown a good neighborhood in Reno?
Walkable South Virginia strip, restaurants, coffee, galleries, most livable; 1BR $1,400–1,900
What is the rent in Midtown, Reno?
Reno citywide median 1BR rent is $1,450/mo. Midtown pricing varies from the city average depending on building age, proximity to transit, and in-unit amenities. Studio units in Reno often run 15–20% below the 1BR median.
What is Midtown in Reno known for?
Walkable South Virginia strip, restaurants, coffee, galleries, most livable; 1BR $1,400–1,900
How does Midtown compare to other Reno neighborhoods?
Midtown is one of 7 notable neighborhoods in Reno. Other options include Old Southwest, Riverwalk / Downtown, Northwest Reno.
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