Average Rent in 77081, Houston, TX

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Current Versus Historical 77081, Houston, TX Rents

77081 rentals average $800 for a studio rental to $3,250 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $1,147, or roughly $15 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 increased by $18 (2.26%) year-over-year from $782 to $800. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $3 (-0.27%) year-over-year from $938 to $935. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $186 (-13.96%) year-over-year from $1,331 to $1,145. 3-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $1,360 (-45.18%) year-over-year from $3,010 to $1,650. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $700 (27.72%) year-over-year from $2,525 to $3,225. 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 7.59% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 1.91% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 13.99% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 6.60% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 6.09% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Oct 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$19.59	$800	$782 (2.26%)	$1,194 (-33.00%)
1 BR	$15.43	$935	$938 (-0.27%)	$1,030 (-9.25%)
2 BR	$13.68	$1,145	$1,331 (-13.96%)	$1,177 (-2.75%)
3 BR	$13.90	$1,650	$3,010 (-45.18%)	$1,209 (36.46%)
4+ BR	$14.85	$3,225	$2,525 (27.72%)	$1,300 (148.08%)

Historical Rents in 77081, Houston, TX

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Top Cities Near 77081

There are a total of 32 cities nearby 77081. The average rent in 77081 is currently $1,938 per month. A total of 2 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 77081, Houston, TX is Fulshear, TX. Monthly rents here are on average $3,000 per month.

Let's compare 77081, Houston, TX's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in 77081, Houston, TX is 9.03% more affordable than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 24.20% more affordable. Two bedrooms in 77081, Houston, TX are about 19.72% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are on par with the other cities nearby. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 32 total cities near 77081, Houston, TX in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Houston, TX	$1,197	$1,185	$1,500	$1,800
Stafford, TX	$1,363	$1,220	$1,475	$1,852
Mission Bend, TX	N/A	$1,355	$1,500	$1,975
Fresno, TX	N/A	$1,100	N/A	$2,100
Sugar Land, TX	N/A	$1,629	$1,738	$2,250
Richmond, TX	$1,968	$1,740	$1,350	$2,270
Missouri City, TX	N/A	$1,285	$1,495	$2,275
Pearland, TX	N/A	$1,258	$1,580	$2,400
Manvel, TX	$1,125	$1,325	$2,175	$2,500
Sienna Plantation, TX	N/A	N/A	N/A	$2,950

Top Neighborhoods Near 77081

There are a total of 77 neighborhoods in or near 77081. Some of these neighborhoods include Gulfton, Westchase, and Woodlake - Briar Meadow. We've included the top 30 neighborhoods out of 77 total neighborhoods in or near 77081, Houston, TX in the following table.

The average rent for these 30 neighborhoods in or near 77081, Houston, TX is currently around $1,830 per month. A total of 8 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only twenty-two neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $1,830. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than 77081's average rent, which is only $1,147. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 77081, 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 77081. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Gulfton, Houston, TX	$800	$894	$1,147	$1,104
Westchase, Houston, TX	$850	$950	$1,293	$1,127
Woodlake - Briar Meadow, Houston, TX	$1,700	$1,020	$1,365	$1,300
Sharpstown, Houston, TX	N/A	$883	$1,300	$1,300
Greater Fondren Southwest, Houston, TX	$826	$874	$1,106	$1,350
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
Briarforest, Houston, TX	$995	$1,195	$1,600	$1,950
Sunnyside, Houston, TX	N/A	$1,275	$1,575	$1,950
Greater Heights, Houston, TX	$1,415	$1,213	$2,100	$1,973
Spring Branch West, Houston, TX	N/A	$1,638	$1,983	$1,983
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
Spring Branch East, Houston, TX	$1,000	$1,025	$1,625	$2,250
Memorial, Houston, TX	N/A	$1,450	$1,700	$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
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
Meyerland Area, Houston, TX	$899	$848	$1,040	$2,750

Top Counties Near 77081

There are a total of 28 counties located by 77081, Houston, TX. Some of these counties include Baytown, TX, Pasadena, TX, and Houston, TX. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $1,975. That's roughly around $15 per sqft. A total of one county has 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 77081, Houston, TX.

Typically, rent for studios in 77081, Houston, TX is 62.50% more affordable than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in 77081, Houston, TX is 17.11% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in 77081, Houston, TX is 22.88% 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
Northwest Harris, TX	$1,695	$1,090	$1,475	$2,100
Southeast Harris, TX	N/A	$922	$1,500	$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
Rosenberg-Richmond, TX	$1,895	$1,448	$1,423	$2,300
Alvin-Pearland, TX	$2,000	$1,189	$1,548	$2,400
Fulshear-Simonton, TX	$2,950	$1,347	$1,895	$2,595

Top Zipcodes Near 77081

There are a total of 50 zipcodes in or near 77081, Houston, TX. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,000. One zipcode has an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 77036, Houston, TX at $1,100 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $3,650 per month is 77005, West University Place, TX.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,089. 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 77081, Houston, TX is $1,177 per month. Or in other words, $20 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,600 per month. Which comes out to $18 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in 77081, Houston, TX. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
77057, Houston, TX	N/A	$1,150	$1,600	$1,365
77007, Houston, TX	$1,415	$1,688	$2,360	$2,700
77004, Houston, TX	$1,173	$1,350	$1,695	$2,300
77027, Houston, TX	$1,669	$1,500	$2,282	$2,040
77449, Houston, TX	$650	$1,292	$1,693	$1,980
77054, Houston, TX	$825	$1,003	$1,450	$1,395
77056, Houston, TX	N/A	$1,650	$2,299	$2,280
77006, Houston, TX	$1,045	$1,350	$2,289	$1,800
77063, Piney Point Village, TX	$1,700	$1,001	$1,375	$1,400
77025, Houston, TX	$745	$1,108	$1,450	$1,639

Frequently Asked Questions - 77081 Average Rents

What is the average rent price in 77081, Houston, TX?

The average monthly rental price for 77081, Houston, TX apartments for rent is approximately $1,147. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do 77081, 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 77081, Houston, TX.

How much is a studio apartment in 77081, Houston, TX?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $800 and an average price per square feet of $19.59. There are a total of 1 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in 77081.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in 77081, Houston, TX?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $935 and an average price per square feet of $15.43. There are a total of 23 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 77081.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in 77081, Houston, TX?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $1,149 and an average price per square feet of $13.68. There are a total of 32 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 77081.

How have rent prices in 77081, Houston, TX changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in 77081, Houston, TX can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 0.02%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.00%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.14%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.45% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in 77081, Houston, TX?

A reasonable rent price in 77081, Houston, TX is around $918/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.