Average Rent in 77096, Houston, TX

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Current Versus Historical 77096, Houston, TX Rents

77096 rentals average $1,275 for a 1-bedroom rental to $3,500 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,950, or roughly $18 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in July 2026, median rents have risen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $0 (0.00%) year-over-year from $899 to $899. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $218 (22.22%) year-over-year from $982 to $1,200. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $432 (36.95%) year-over-year from $1,168 to $1,600. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $550 (22.92%) year-over-year from $2,400 to $2,950. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $262 (8.08%) year-over-year from $3,238 to $3,500. 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 0.00% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 24.52% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 24.13% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 16.45% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 8.00% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Jul 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
1 BR	$22.25	$1,200	$982 (22.22%)	$1,025 (17.11%)
2 BR	$18.78	$1,600	$1,168 (36.95%)	$1,141 (40.25%)
3 BR	$18.03	$2,950	$2,400 (22.92%)	$2,050 (43.90%)
4+ BR	$16.36	$3,500	$3,238 (8.08%)	$202,588 (-98.27%)

Historical Rents in 77096, Houston, TX

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Top Cities Near 77096

There are a total of 28 cities nearby 77096. The average rent in 77096 is currently $2,000 per month. A total of 25 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Humble, TX, with an average rent of $1,199, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near 77096, Houston, TX is Sienna Plantation, TX. Monthly rents here are on average $3,200 per month.

Let's compare 77096, Houston, TX's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 1.37% more expensive. Two bedrooms in 77096, Houston, TX are about 6.45% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 25.96% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 28 total cities near 77096, Houston, TX in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Pasadena, TX	$850	$995	$1,295	$1,795
Houston, TX	$1,161	$1,295	$1,663	$1,856
Stafford, TX	N/A	$1,665	$2,211	$1,969
Mission Bend, TX	$3,200	$1,355	$1,589	$2,000
Fresno, TX	$900	N/A	$1,995	$2,115
Friendswood, TX	$1,850	$1,555	$2,165	$2,250
Missouri City, TX	N/A	$1,269	$1,750	$2,373
Sugar Land, TX	$13,000	$2,175	$1,800	$2,400
Pearland, TX	$2,500	$1,275	$1,562	$2,500
Sienna Plantation, TX	N/A	N/A	N/A	$3,200

Top Neighborhoods Near 77096

There are a total of 67 neighborhoods in or near 77096. Some of these neighborhoods include Westchase, Woodlake - Briar Meadow, and Astrodome. We've included the top 30 neighborhoods out of 67 total neighborhoods in or near 77096, Houston, TX in the following table.

The average rent for these 30 neighborhoods in or near 77096, Houston, TX is currently around $1,950 per month. A total of 62 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is less than 77096's average rent, which is actually $2,950. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 77096, Magnolia Park has the most affordable average rent at $1,198 per month. Whereas, at $4,200 average rent per month, Creekside Park is the most expensive neighborhood in or near 77096. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Westchase, Houston, TX	N/A	$1,000	$1,345	$1,335
Woodlake - Briar Meadow, Houston, TX	$976	$1,150	$1,475	$1,350
Astrodome, Houston, TX	$1,024	$1,175	$1,495	$1,400
Sharpstown, Houston, TX	N/A	$950	$1,323	$1,550
Braeswood Place, Houston, TX	$1,248	$1,350	$1,480	$1,615
Greater Fondren Southwest, Houston, TX	$2,550	$864	$1,300	$1,625
Alief, Houston, TX	$779	$1,069	$1,350	$1,650
Neartown - Montrose, Houston, TX	$1,150	$1,300	$2,150	$1,743
Eldridge - West Oaks, Houston, TX	N/A	$1,099	$1,200	$1,750
Central Southwest, Houston, TX	$1,200	$1,377	$1,689	$1,780
South Main, Houston, TX	N/A	$1,050	$1,497	$1,800
Greater Heights, Houston, TX	$965	$1,289	$2,018	$1,800
Great Uptown, Houston, TX	$1,544	$1,495	$1,990	$1,860
Sunnyside, Houston, TX	$1,150	$1,500	$1,373	$1,900
Spring Branch West, Houston, TX	N/A	$1,602	$1,623	$1,900
Midtown, Houston, TX	$1,235	$1,731	$2,362	$1,910
Greenway - Upper Kirby, Houston, TX	$1,790	$1,694	$2,025	$1,969
Downtown Houston, Houston, TX	$1,085	$1,815	$2,643	$1,973
OST - South Union, Houston, TX	$2,400	$1,025	$1,125	$1,998
University Place, Houston, TX	$1,368	$1,386	$1,998	$2,023
Greater Third Ward, Houston, TX	$1,975	$999	$1,250	$2,050
Northside Village, Houston, TX	$995	$1,000	$1,650	$2,095
Briarforest, Houston, TX	N/A	$1,275	$1,670	$2,100
Acres Home, Houston, TX	$2,075	$1,450	$1,413	$2,300
Memorial, Houston, TX	N/A	$1,400	$2,000	$2,395
MacGregor, Houston, TX	N/A	$1,550	$1,775	$2,400
Spring Branch East, Houston, TX	N/A	$1,116	$1,823	$2,400
Willow Meadows - Willowbend, Houston, TX	N/A	$1,123	$1,325	$2,400
Washington Avenue - Memorial Park, Houston, TX	$1,554	$1,729	$2,420	$2,550
Meyerland Area, Houston, TX	N/A	$1,275	$1,600	$3,100

Top Counties Near 77096

There are a total of 29 counties located by 77096, Houston, TX. Some of these counties include Pasadena, TX, Houston, TX, and Needville, TX. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $1,955. That's roughly around $15 per sqft. A total of 29 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Huntsville, TX. Its average rent per month is $1,295. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,695, Fulshear-Simonton, TX is the most expensive county by 77096, Houston, TX.

In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in 77096, Houston, TX is 15.37% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in 77096, Houston, TX is 14.06% more expensive 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	$950	$1,273	$1,750
Houston, TX	$1,200	$1,290	$1,650	$1,900
Needville, TX	$1,700	N/A	$1,025	$1,955
Southeast Harris, TX	N/A	$1,050	$1,625	$2,100
Northwest Harris, TX	$999	$1,194	$1,507	$2,200
Stafford-Missouri City, TX	$900	$1,665	$1,957	$2,300
Sugar Land, TX	$3,200	$1,422	$1,750	$2,350
Rosenberg-Richmond, TX	$1,250	$1,138	$1,250	$2,350
Alvin-Pearland, TX	$2,000	$950	$1,500	$2,500
Fulshear-Simonton, TX	$2,950	$1,460	$1,879	$2,695

Top Zipcodes Near 77096

There are a total of 50 zipcodes in or near 77096, Houston, TX. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,000. A total of 50 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 77036, Houston, TX at $1,345 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 $995. That's at least $11 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near 77096, Houston, TX is $1,285 per month. Or in other words, $22 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,693 per month. Which comes out to $18 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in 77096, 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	$1,714	$2,400	$2,530
77057, Houston, TX	$799	$1,205	$1,625	$1,408
77004, Houston, TX	$1,100	$1,298	$1,718	$2,265
77054, Houston, TX	$1,024	$1,165	$1,499	$1,450
77449, Houston, TX	$2,400	$1,273	$1,726	$2,000
77025, Houston, TX	$765	$1,349	$1,480	$1,665
77035, Houston, TX	N/A	$900	$1,300	$1,695
77036, Houston, TX	N/A	$950	$1,300	$1,345
77027, Houston, TX	$1,485	$1,679	$1,950	$1,860
77006, Houston, TX	$1,150	$1,374	$2,199	$1,695

Frequently Asked Questions - 77096 Average Rents

What is the average rent price in 77096, Houston, TX?

The average monthly rental price for 77096, Houston, TX apartments for rent is approximately $2,950. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do 77096, 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 77096, Houston, TX.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in 77096, Houston, TX?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,275 and an average price per square feet of $22.25. There are a total of 8 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 77096.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in 77096, Houston, TX?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $1,600 and an average price per square feet of $18.78. There are a total of 8 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 77096.

How have rent prices in 77096, Houston, TX changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in 77096, Houston, TX can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 0.00%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.22%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.37%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.23% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in 77096, Houston, TX?

A reasonable rent price in 77096, Houston, TX is around $2,360/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.