Average Rent in 77020, Houston, TX

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Current Versus Historical 77020, Houston, TX Rents

77020 rentals average $1,999 for a studio rental to $2,450 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $1,997, or roughly $17 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in August 2026, median rents have risen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $999 (99.98%) year-over-year from $1,000 to $1,999. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $306 (29.35%) year-over-year from $1,044 to $1,350. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $386 (-22.41%) year-over-year from $1,723 to $1,337. 3-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $150 (-5.88%) year-over-year from $2,550 to $2,400. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $990 (67.81%) year-over-year from $1,460 to $2,450. Note that this figure includes all active and rented listings throughout the month.

Month-to-month, seasonality might have a bigger impact than overall trend price changes. Studio rents have gone up by 19.39% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 14.29% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 17.08% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 2.70% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 17.13% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Aug 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$27.42	$1,999	$1,000 (99.98%)	$2,259 (-11.49%)
1 BR	$20.74	$1,350	$1,044 (29.35%)	$778 (73.45%)
2 BR	$18.71	$1,337	$1,723 (-22.41%)	$1,875 (-28.69%)
3 BR	$16.84	$2,400	$2,550 (-5.88%)	$2,292 (4.70%)
4+ BR	$17.17	$2,450	$1,460 (67.81%)	$2,298 (6.61%)

Historical Rents in 77020, Houston, TX

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Top Cities Near 77020

There are a total of 34 cities nearby 77020. The average rent in 77020 is currently $1,925 per month. A total of 19 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Huntsville, TX, with an average rent of $1,096, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near 77020, Houston, TX is Fulshear, TX. Monthly rents here are on average $3,000 per month.

Let's compare 77020, Houston, TX's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in 77020, Houston, TX is 50.00% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 11.78% more expensive. Two bedrooms in 77020, Houston, TX are about 9.67% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 19.89% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 34 total cities near 77020, Houston, TX in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Humble, TX	$870	$964	$1,249	$1,197
Pasadena, TX	$850	$955	$1,195	$1,500
Stafford, TX	$1,363	$1,189	$1,475	$1,715
Houston, TX	$1,200	$1,200	$1,500	$1,750
La Porte, TX	N/A	$1,050	$1,342	$1,849
Channelview, TX	$3,000	$825	$1,375	$1,900
Fresno, TX	N/A	$1,850	$1,998	$2,100
Atascocita, TX	$1,405	$1,270	$1,600	$2,190
Friendswood, TX	$1,850	$1,362	$1,768	$2,200
Pearland, TX	N/A	$1,302	$1,589	$2,300

Top Neighborhoods Near 77020

There are a total of 79 neighborhoods in or near 77020. Some of these neighborhoods include Magnolia Park, Greater Fondren Southwest, and Woodlake - Briar Meadow. We've included the top 30 neighborhoods out of 79 total neighborhoods in or near 77020, Houston, TX in the following table.

The average rent for these 30 neighborhoods in or near 77020, Houston, TX is currently around $1,795 per month. A total of 53 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is less than 77020's average rent, which is actually $1,997. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 77020, Westwood has the most affordable average rent at $979 per month. Whereas, at $4,050 average rent per month, Creekside Park is the most expensive neighborhood in or near 77020. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Magnolia Park, Houston, TX	$895	$850	$1,350	$1,150
Greater Fondren Southwest, Houston, TX	$916	$858	$1,109	$1,263
Woodlake - Briar Meadow, Houston, TX	$889	$1,099	$1,365	$1,280
Northside - Northline, Houston, TX	$3,400	$1,005	$1,195	$1,300
Eldridge - West Oaks, Houston, TX	$1,149	$1,000	$1,200	$1,399
Astrodome, Houston, TX	$850	$1,150	$1,488	$1,400
Alief, Houston, TX	$779	$940	$1,250	$1,425
Greater Eastwood, Houston, TX	$1,050	$1,050	$1,725	$1,449
Braeswood Place, Houston, TX	$740	$1,150	$1,460	$1,510
Neartown - Montrose, Houston, TX	$975	$1,350	$2,100	$1,780
Central Southwest, Houston, TX	$1,250	$1,329	$1,779	$1,792
Midtown, Houston, TX	$1,274	$1,590	$2,103	$1,858
Greater Heights, Houston, TX	$1,368	$1,214	$1,983	$1,872
University Place, Houston, TX	$1,085	$1,408	$1,900	$1,900
Sunnyside, Houston, TX	N/A	$999	$1,350	$1,900
OST - South Union, Houston, TX	$2,450	$1,025	$1,200	$1,925
Great Uptown, Houston, TX	$1,596	$1,450	$2,050	$1,925
Greater Fifth Ward, Houston, TX	$1,999	$1,350	$1,200	$1,950
Independence Heights, Houston, TX	N/A	$1,245	$1,595	$2,000
MacGregor, Houston, TX	$1,395	$1,200	$1,675	$2,064
Greenway - Upper Kirby, Houston, TX	$1,425	$1,550	$2,168	$2,070
Northside Village, Houston, TX	$1,734	$1,400	$1,698	$2,095
Spring Branch East, Houston, TX	$1,198	$1,149	$1,473	$2,100
Oak Forest - Garden Oaks, Houston, TX	$2,620	$1,225	$1,385	$2,205
Greater Third Ward, Houston, TX	$1,249	$1,055	$1,295	$2,248
Acres Home, Houston, TX	$1,825	$1,225	$1,612	$2,250
Second Ward, Houston, TX	$1,590	$1,000	$1,801	$2,250
Washington Avenue - Memorial Park, Houston, TX	$1,554	$1,774	$2,396	$2,452
The Museum District, Houston, TX	$1,150	$1,900	$2,437	$2,570
Downtown Houston, Houston, TX	$1,600	$1,988	$3,145	$2,650

Top Counties Near 77020

There are a total of 31 counties located by 77020, Houston, TX. Some of these counties include Pasadena, TX, Baytown, TX, and Houston, TX. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $1,900. That's roughly around $15 per sqft. A total of 18 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Huntsville, TX. Its average rent per month is $1,100. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,650, Fulshear-Simonton, TX is the most expensive county by 77020, Houston, TX.

Typically, rent for studios in 77020, Houston, TX is 39.97% more expensive than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in 77020, Houston, TX is 21.48% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in 77020, Houston, TX is 2.72% more affordable than other counties nearby. We've listed the top 10 counties in the table below.

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Pasadena, TX	$850	$955	$1,180	$1,450
Baytown, TX	$700	$950	$1,250	$1,699
Houston, TX	$1,229	$1,200	$1,500	$1,800
Southeast Harris, TX	N/A	$968	$1,360	$1,863
Texas City-League City, TX	$1,000	$1,060	$1,325	$1,900
Northeast Harris, TX	$1,200	$970	$1,000	$1,963
Northwest Harris, TX	$1,200	$1,075	$1,408	$2,000
Stafford-Missouri City, TX	$1,377	$1,157	$1,480	$2,250
Mont Belvieu, TX	N/A	$1,225	$1,653	$2,270
Sugar Land, TX	$1,200	$1,269	$1,685	$2,300

Top Zipcodes Near 77020

There are a total of 50 zipcodes in or near 77020, Houston, TX. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $1,813. A total of 35 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 77015, Houston, TX at $1,059 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $2,600 per month is 77008, Houston, TX.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,097. That's at least $23 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near 77020, Houston, TX is $1,152 per month. Or in other words, $20 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,533 per month. Which comes out to $17 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in 77020, Houston, TX. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
77007, Houston, TX	$1,559	$1,759	$2,365	$2,410
77009, Houston, TX	$1,725	$1,199	$1,800	$1,750
77004, Houston, TX	$1,249	$1,379	$1,750	$2,100
77003, Houston, TX	$1,545	$1,175	$1,993	$2,595
77006, Houston, TX	$1,200	$1,400	$2,195	$1,800
77002, Houston, TX	$1,391	$1,815	$2,570	$2,025
77057, Houston, TX	$889	$1,200	$1,660	$1,450
77008, Houston, TX	$950	$1,350	$2,080	$2,600
77021, Houston, TX	$2,400	$1,030	$1,226	$1,995
77023, Houston, TX	$949	$1,050	$1,550	$1,325

Frequently Asked Questions - 77020 Average Rents

What is the average rent price in 77020, Houston, TX?

The average monthly rental price for 77020, Houston, TX apartments for rent is approximately $1,997. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do 77020, Houston, TX rent prices drop in winter?

Yes! On average we see a 3.4% drop in rental prices between the peak summer months and the slower winter months. With the added bonus of decreased competition from other renters looking to move, winter is generally considered the best time of the year to find an apartment for rent in 77020, Houston, TX.

How much is a studio apartment in 77020, Houston, TX?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,999 and an average price per square feet of $27.42. There are a total of 12 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in 77020.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in 77020, Houston, TX?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,350 and an average price per square feet of $20.74. There are a total of 33 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 77020.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in 77020, Houston, TX?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $1,324 and an average price per square feet of $18.71. There are a total of 43 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 77020.

How have rent prices in 77020, Houston, TX changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in 77020, Houston, TX can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 1.00%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.29%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.22%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.06% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in 77020, Houston, TX?

A reasonable rent price in 77020, Houston, TX is around $1,598/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.