Rent by size
| Size | Average rent | Income at 30% |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | £558 a month | £22,320/yr |
| 2 bedrooms | £738 a month | £29,520/yr |
| 3 bedrooms | £968 a month | £38,720/yr |
| 4+ bedrooms | £1,571 a month | £62,840/yr |
Rent by type of home
| Type | Average rent |
|---|---|
| Flat or maisonette | £692 a month |
| Terraced house | £849 a month |
| Semi-detached house | £926 a month |
| Detached house | £1,198 a month |
This is one of Scotland's Broad Rental Market Areas, the areas ONS uses for Scottish rents.
What this means for your budget
Average rents mix older and newer homes, so a newly listed home often costs more than the average. Use this figure as a benchmark when you compare listings, and budget for deposits and fees on top. The 30% rule is a simple guide, not a lender's or landlord's requirement; many landlords use their own income checks.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Fife?
The average private rent in Fife was £832 a month in August 2026, according to the ONS Price Index of Private Rents, 1.5% higher than a year earlier.
How much do I need to earn to rent in Fife?
To keep the average rent of £832 a month at 30% of gross income, a common affordability rule of thumb, you would need about £33,280 a year before tax.
How much is a 1 bedroom in Fife?
1 bedroom: £558; 2 bedrooms: £738; 3 bedrooms: £968; 4+ bedrooms: £1,571 a month, based on August 2026 data.
Source: ONS Price Index of Private Rents, published 16 September 2026. Figures for August 2026, shown as published. Rents are in British pounds. Our data.