Average Rent in DeSoto, TX

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Current Versus Historical DeSoto, TX Rents

DeSoto rentals average $1,749 for a 1-bedroom rental to $2,495 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,095, or roughly $15 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 decreased by $986 (-50.28%) year-over-year from $1,961 to $975. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $651 (59.29%) year-over-year from $1,098 to $1,749. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $317 (18.33%) year-over-year from $1,732 to $2,049. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $30 (1.45%) year-over-year from $2,065 to $2,095. 4-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $138 (-5.25%) year-over-year from $2,633 to $2,495. 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 16.14% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 9.32% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 1.25% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 5.13% this month.
Beds
Price / Sqft
Aug 2026 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
1 BR $19.07 $1,749 $1,098 (59.29%) $1,103 (58.52%)
2 BR $17.12 $2,049 $1,732 (18.33%) $1,598 (28.20%)
3 BR $13.68 $2,095 $2,065 (1.45%) $1,947 (7.62%)
4+ BR $14.53 $2,495 $2,633 (-5.25%) $2,551 (-2.19%)

Historical Rents in DeSoto, TX

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Top Cities Near DeSoto

There are a total of 2 cities nearby DeSoto. The average rent in DeSoto is currently $2,510 per month. Our records show that Cedar Hill, TX, with an average rent of $2,125, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near DeSoto, TX is Midlothian, TX. Monthly rents here are on average $2,895 per month.

Let's compare DeSoto, TX's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 26.04% more expensive. Two bedrooms in DeSoto, TX are about 18.25% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 8.22% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 2 cities near DeSoto, TX in the following table.
City Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Cedar Hill, TX N/A $1,212 $1,650 $2,125
Midlothian, TX N/A $1,375 $1,700 $2,895

Top Neighborhoods Near DeSoto

There are a total of 1 neighborhoods in or near DeSoto. One neighborhood in the area is Cedar Crest. We've included all of these top 1 neighborhoods in or near DeSoto, TX in the following table.

The average rent for these 1 neighborhoods in or near DeSoto, TX is currently around $1,900 per month. A total of one neighborhood has a lower average rent. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is less than DeSoto's average rent, which is actually $2,095. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near DeSoto, Cedar Crest has the most affordable average rent at $1,900 per month. Whereas, at $1,900 average rent per month, Cedar Crest is the most expensive neighborhood in or near DeSoto. View the following table for more information.
Neighborhood Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Cedar Crest, Dallas, TX $1,125 $1,300 $1,590 $1,900

Top Counties Near DeSoto

There are a total of 2 counties located by DeSoto, TX. Some of these counties include Southwest Dallas, TX and Midlothian, TX. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,075. That's roughly around $17 per sqft. A total of one county has a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Southwest Dallas, TX. Its average rent per month is $2,050. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,100, Midlothian, TX is the most expensive county by DeSoto, TX.

In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in DeSoto, TX is 23.53% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in DeSoto, TX is 22.16% more expensive than other counties nearby. We've listed all of these counties in the table below.
County Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Southwest Dallas, TX $1,170 $1,300 $1,595 $2,050
Midlothian, TX N/A $1,375 $1,595 $2,100

Top Zipcodes Near DeSoto

There are a total of 6 zipcodes in or near DeSoto, TX. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,046. A total of 4 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 75211, Dallas, TX at $1,575 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $2,500 per month is 76065, Midlothian, TX.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $448. That's at least $10 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near DeSoto, TX is $1,319 per month. Or in other words, $22 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,642 per month. Which comes out to $19 per sqft. The following table includes the top 6 zipcodes in DeSoto, TX. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.
Zipcode Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
75115, DeSoto, TX N/A $1,749 $2,049 $2,095
75203, Dallas, TX $1,125 $1,262 $1,634 $1,642
75211, Dallas, TX $895 $1,000 $1,445 $1,575
75215, Dallas, TX $1,405 $1,455 $1,499 $1,997
76065, Midlothian, TX N/A $1,375 $1,700 $2,500
75104, Cedar Hill, TX N/A $1,212 $1,650 $2,100

Frequently Asked Questions - DeSoto Average Rents

What is the average rent price in DeSoto, TX?
The average monthly rental price for DeSoto, TX apartments for rent is approximately $2,095. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.
Do DeSoto, 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 DeSoto, TX.
How much is a one bedroom apartment in DeSoto, TX?
The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,749 and an average price per square feet of $19.07. There are a total of 5 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in DeSoto.
How much is a two bedroom apartment in DeSoto, TX?
The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $2,049 and an average price per square feet of $17.12. There are a total of 9 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in DeSoto.
How have rent prices in DeSoto, TX changed this year?
Rent prices for rentals in DeSoto, TX can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.50%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.59%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.18%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.01% year-over-year.
What is a reasonable rent price in DeSoto, TX?
A reasonable rent price in DeSoto, TX is around $1,676/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.