Average Rent in 77020, Houston, TX

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Current Versus Historical 77020, Houston, TX Rents

77020 rentals average $963 for a studio rental to $1,950 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $1,999, or roughly $17 per square feet.
For the apartment units and housing in October 2026, median rents have been roughly unchanged over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $24 (-2.42%) year-over-year from $986 to $963. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $9 (0.89%) year-over-year from $991 to $1,000. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $308 (-20.11%) year-over-year from $1,533 to $1,225. 3-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $108 (-4.23%) year-over-year from $2,558 to $2,450. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $285 (17.12%) year-over-year from $1,665 to $1,950. 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 down by 26.65% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 21.05% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 8.70% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 3.59% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone down by 11.03% this month.
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Price / Sqft
Oct 2026 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio $23.40 $963 $986 (-2.42%) $2,078 (-53.68%)
1 BR $20.00 $1,000 $991 (0.89%) $1,033 (-3.18%)
2 BR $18.33 $1,225 $1,533 (-20.11%) $1,434 (-14.57%)
3 BR $16.52 $2,450 $2,558 (-4.23%) $2,369 (3.44%)
4+ BR $18.69 $1,950 $1,665 (17.12%) $2,233 (-12.66%)

Historical Rents in 77020, Houston, TX

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Top Cities Near 77020

There are a total of 32 cities nearby 77020. The average rent in 77020 is currently $1,938 per month. A total of 17 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Huntsville, TX, with an average rent of $1,045, 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 9.38% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 16.13% more affordable. Two bedrooms in 77020, Houston, TX are about 10.00% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 19.97% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 32 total cities near 77020, Houston, TX in the following table.
City Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Humble, TX $845 $954 $1,244 $1,132
Pasadena, TX $1,000 $895 $1,250 $1,699
Houston, TX $1,197 $1,185 $1,500 $1,800
La Porte, TX N/A $1,037 $1,300 $1,850
Stafford, TX $1,363 $1,220 $1,475 $1,852
Channelview, TX $3,000 $825 $1,350 $1,900
Fresno, TX N/A $1,100 N/A $2,100
Friendswood, TX N/A $1,565 $1,935 $2,100
Atascocita, TX $4,550 $1,100 $1,484 $2,200
Pearland, TX N/A $1,258 $1,580 $2,400

Top Neighborhoods Near 77020

There are a total of 77 neighborhoods in or near 77020. Some of these neighborhoods include Magnolia Park, Woodlake - Briar Meadow, and Greater Fondren Southwest. We've included the top 30 neighborhoods out of 77 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 $1,830 per month. A total of 50 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is less than 77020's average rent, which is actually $1,999. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 77020, Westwood has the most affordable average rent at $979 per month. Whereas, at $3,950 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 $900 $1,350 $1,025
Woodlake - Briar Meadow, Houston, TX $1,700 $1,020 $1,365 $1,300
Greater Fondren Southwest, Houston, TX $826 $874 $1,106 $1,350
Greater Eastwood, Houston, TX $1,200 $1,000 $1,650 $1,395
Northside - Northline, Houston, TX $1,050 $1,005 $1,195 $1,400
Astrodome, Houston, TX $850 $1,050 $1,500 $1,400
Eldridge - West Oaks, Houston, TX N/A $949 $1,200 $1,449
Alief, Houston, TX $779 $940 $1,250 $1,450
Braeswood Place, Houston, TX $710 $1,105 $1,480 $1,585
Central Southwest, Houston, TX $1,300 $1,397 $1,817 $1,817
Neartown - Montrose, Houston, TX $1,100 $1,325 $2,250 $1,830
OST - South Union, Houston, TX $2,450 $1,025 $1,205 $1,900
University Place, Houston, TX $1,075 $1,382 $1,850 $1,900
Great Uptown, Houston, TX N/A $1,350 $1,948 $1,943
Sunnyside, Houston, TX N/A $1,275 $1,575 $1,950
Greater Heights, Houston, TX $1,415 $1,213 $2,100 $1,973
Greater Fifth Ward, Houston, TX $963 $995 $1,200 $1,975
Midtown, Houston, TX $1,292 $1,650 $2,200 $1,989
Greenway - Upper Kirby, Houston, TX $1,459 $1,400 $2,207 $2,000
MacGregor, Houston, TX N/A $1,111 $1,595 $2,000
Northside Village, Houston, TX $1,025 $1,000 $1,723 $2,150
Acres Home, Houston, TX $2,075 $1,525 $1,550 $2,200
Independence Heights, Houston, TX N/A $1,275 $1,550 $2,200
Spring Branch East, Houston, TX $1,000 $1,025 $1,625 $2,250
Second Ward, Houston, TX $915 $935 $1,695 $2,250
Oak Forest - Garden Oaks, Houston, TX $2,142 $1,050 $1,217 $2,300
Greater Third Ward, Houston, TX $2,200 $1,075 $1,250 $2,500
The Museum District, Houston, TX $1,005 $1,750 $2,925 $2,650
Downtown Houston, Houston, TX $1,610 $2,309 $3,000 $2,700
Washington Avenue - Memorial Park, Houston, TX $1,482 $1,688 $2,359 $2,750

Top Counties Near 77020

There are a total of 29 counties located by 77020, Houston, TX. Some of these counties include Baytown, TX, Pasadena, TX, and Houston, TX. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $1,950. That's roughly around $15 per sqft. A total of 15 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Huntsville, TX. Its average rent per month is $1,096. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,595, Fulshear-Simonton, TX is the most expensive county by 77020, Houston, TX.

Typically, rent for studios in 77020, Houston, TX is 28.57% more affordable than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in 77020, Houston, TX is 9.00% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in 77020, Houston, TX is 12.00% more affordable than other counties nearby. We've listed the top 10 counties in the table below.
County Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Baytown, TX $700 $900 $1,225 $1,600
Pasadena, TX $1,000 $860 $1,250 $1,666
Houston, TX $1,200 $1,169 $1,500 $1,850
Texas City-League City, TX $700 $1,090 $1,345 $1,900
Northeast Harris, TX $5,000 $950 $1,495 $1,950
Southeast Harris, TX N/A $922 $1,500 $2,100
Northwest Harris, TX $1,695 $1,090 $1,475 $2,100
Stafford-Missouri City, TX $1,363 $1,237 $1,495 $2,200
Sugar Land, TX $1,200 $1,277 $1,700 $2,300
Mont Belvieu, TX $12,000 $1,200 $1,400 $2,400

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 $1,925. A total of 28 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 $1,050 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $2,900 per month is 77008, Houston, TX.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,010. That's at least $20 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 $1,104 per month. Or in other words, $19 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,589 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 $1,415 $1,688 $2,360 $2,700
77009, Houston, TX $1,400 $1,199 $1,850 $1,675
77004, Houston, TX $1,173 $1,350 $1,695 $2,300
77003, Houston, TX $1,308 $1,100 $1,998 $2,599
77006, Houston, TX $1,045 $1,350 $2,289 $1,800
77002, Houston, TX $1,463 $1,992 $2,727 $2,235
77057, Houston, TX N/A $1,150 $1,600 $1,365
77008, Houston, TX $1,623 $1,425 $2,429 $2,900
77021, Houston, TX $2,450 $1,025 $1,255 $2,000
77023, Houston, TX $1,200 $1,000 $1,588 $1,300

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 $1,999. 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 $963 and an average price per square feet of $23.40. There are a total of 2 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 $1,000 and an average price per square feet of $20.00. There are a total of 23 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 $1,250 and an average price per square feet of $18.33. There are a total of 39 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 -0.02%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.01%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.20%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.04% year-over-year.
What is a reasonable rent price in 77020, Houston, TX?
A reasonable rent price in 77020, Houston, TX is around $1,599/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.