Austin, Texas, Oklahoma City, Okla., and Birmingham Ala., grab the top three spots with a combination of affordable rental options, economic opportunity, and short commutes SANTA CLARA, Calif., July 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- With a surge of would-be renters in the market right now, a new report, Top 10 Markets for Renters, from Realtor.com® found cities in the South and Midwest rank highest for their rental affordability, rental availability, economic growth and shorter than average commute times, making the ...