Average Rent in Southwest Dallas, TX

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Current Versus Historical Southwest Dallas, TX Rents

Southwest Dallas rentals average $1,199 for a studio rental to $3,000 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,049, or roughly $18 per square feet.
For the apartment units and housing in July 2026, median rents have fallen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $452 (-28.23%) year-over-year from $1,602 to $1,150. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $529 (-29.28%) year-over-year from $1,806 to $1,277. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $392 (-19.74%) year-over-year from $1,987 to $1,595. 3-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $34 (-1.39%) year-over-year from $2,433 to $2,400. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $292 (10.40%) year-over-year from $2,803 to $3,095. 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 6.31% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 2.99% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 6.77% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 2.84% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 2.71% this month.
Beds
Price / Sqft
Jul 2026 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio $27.98 $1,150 $1,602 (-28.23%) $1,481 (-22.34%)
1 BR $21.82 $1,277 $1,806 (-29.28%) $1,576 (-18.97%)
2 BR $19.17 $1,595 $1,987 (-19.74%) $1,986 (-19.69%)
3 BR $17.95 $2,400 $2,433 (-1.39%) $2,393 (0.29%)
4+ BR $16.03 $3,095 $2,803 (10.40%) $2,764 (11.97%)

Historical Rents in Southwest Dallas, TX

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Top Cities Near Southwest Dallas

There are a total of 42 cities nearby Southwest Dallas. The average rent in Southwest Dallas is currently $2,325 per month. A total of 7 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Greenville, TX, with an average rent of $1,750, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Southwest Dallas, TX is Southlake, TX. Monthly rents here are on average $6,500 per month.

Let's compare Southwest Dallas, TX's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 1.36% more expensive. Two bedrooms in Southwest Dallas, TX are about 10.00% 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 42 total cities near Southwest Dallas, TX in the following table.
City Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Dallas, TX $1,386 $1,400 $2,050 $1,995
Farmers Branch, TX N/A $1,181 $1,855 $2,120
Arlington, TX N/A $1,342 $1,700 $2,150
Mesquite, TX N/A $907 $1,700 $2,150
Midlothian, TX N/A $1,280 $1,700 $2,200
Irving, TX N/A $1,090 $1,500 $2,300
Euless, TX N/A $1,790 $1,775 $2,300
Grand Prairie, TX N/A $2,060 $1,900 $2,450
Mansfield, TX N/A $1,625 $2,599 $2,640
University Park, TX N/A $2,090 $3,200 $6,198

Top Neighborhoods Near Southwest Dallas

There are a total of 15 neighborhoods in or near Southwest Dallas. Some of these neighborhoods include Old East Dallas, Lake Country, and Lake Highlands. We've included all of these top 15 neighborhoods in or near Southwest Dallas, TX in the following table.

The average rent for these 15 neighborhoods in or near Southwest Dallas, TX is currently around $1,870 per month. A total of 9 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only six neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $1,870. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is less than Southwest Dallas's average rent, which is actually $2,049. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Southwest Dallas, Old East Dallas has the most affordable average rent at $1,225 per month. Whereas, at $2,973 average rent per month, Valley Ranch is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Southwest Dallas. View the following table for more information.
Neighborhood Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Old East Dallas, Dallas, TX $995 $1,175 $1,450 $1,225
Lake Country, Fort Worth, TX $1,215 $1,208 $1,530 $1,405
Lake Highlands, Dallas, TX $1,050 $1,040 $1,495 $1,432
Vickery, Dallas, TX $1,452 $1,350 $1,606 $1,475
Fort Worth Avenue, Dallas, TX $1,343 $1,470 $2,063 $1,657
Hillcrest Forest, Dallas, TX $1,145 $1,445 $1,773 $1,707
Cedar Crest, Dallas, TX $1,095 $1,305 $1,595 $1,825
North Oaklawn, Dallas, TX $950 $1,300 $2,475 $1,870
Downtown Dallas, Dallas, TX $1,620 $1,825 $2,360 $2,009
Sendera Ranch, Fort Worth, TX N/A N/A N/A $2,199
Greenway Park, Dallas, TX N/A $1,599 $2,512 $2,350
Stonebridge Ranch, McKinney, TX N/A N/A $2,298 $2,595
Roseland, Dallas, TX $1,405 $2,035 $3,100 $2,695
Oak Lawn, Dallas, TX $1,700 $2,057 $3,179 $2,800
Valley Ranch, Irving, TX N/A $1,266 $1,849 $2,973

Top Counties Near Southwest Dallas

There are a total of 31 counties located by Southwest Dallas, TX. Some of these counties include Northeast Dallas, Dallas, TX, Midlothian, TX, and Arlington, TX. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,300. That's roughly around $16 per sqft. A total of 8 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Cedar Creek Lake, TX. Its average rent per month is $1,500. Vice versa, with an average rent of $3,250, Weatherford Southeast, TX is the most expensive county by Southwest Dallas, TX.

In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in Southwest Dallas, TX is 3.07% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in Southwest Dallas, TX is 3.03% more affordable than other counties nearby. We've listed the top 10 counties in the table below.
County Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Northeast Dallas, Dallas, TX $1,400 $1,400 $2,050 $2,100
Midlothian, TX N/A $1,280 $1,695 $2,175
Arlington, TX N/A $1,342 $1,700 $2,200
Waxahachie, TX N/A $1,250 $1,395 $2,325
Northeast Tarrant, TX $2,300 $1,418 $1,598 $2,350
Alvarado, TX N/A $743 $1,797 $2,350
Forney, TX N/A $909 $1,900 $2,395
Carrollton, Lewisville, TX $1,757 $1,370 $1,990 $2,500
Plano, TX $1,310 $1,269 $1,860 $2,695
The Colony, TX N/A $1,886 $1,888 $3,197

Top Zipcodes Near Southwest Dallas

There are a total of 42 zipcodes in or near Southwest Dallas, TX. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,275. A total of 15 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 75061, Irving, TX at $1,116 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $4,860 per month is 75205, Highland Park, TX.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,155. That's at least $25 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near Southwest Dallas, TX is $1,400 per month. Or in other words, $23 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $2,122 per month. Which comes out to $20 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in Southwest Dallas, TX. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.
Zipcode Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
75219, Dallas, TX $1,495 $1,515 $2,600 $2,200
75204, Dallas, TX $1,405 $1,850 $3,000 $2,625
75208, Dallas, TX $1,304 $1,450 $2,155 $1,836
75206, Dallas, TX $1,675 $1,390 $2,425 $2,100
75201, Dallas, TX $1,750 $1,992 $3,070 $2,410
75211, Dallas, TX $895 $1,145 $1,385 $1,448
75214, Dallas, TX $1,100 $1,199 $1,785 $1,750
75034, Frisco, TX $1,295 $1,375 $2,133 $3,310
75205, Highland Park, TX $1,740 $1,900 $3,495 $4,860
75203, Dallas, TX $1,095 $1,320 $1,642 $1,642

Frequently Asked Questions - Southwest Dallas Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Southwest Dallas, TX?
The average monthly rental price for Southwest Dallas, TX apartments for rent is approximately $2,049. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.
Do Southwest Dallas, 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 Southwest Dallas, TX.
How much is a studio apartment in Southwest Dallas, TX?
The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,199 and an average price per square feet of $27.98. There are a total of 21 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in Southwest Dallas.
How much is a one bedroom apartment in Southwest Dallas, TX?
The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,320 and an average price per square feet of $21.82. There are a total of 246 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Southwest Dallas.
How much is a two bedroom apartment in Southwest Dallas, TX?
The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $1,650 and an average price per square feet of $19.17. There are a total of 343 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Southwest Dallas.
How have rent prices in Southwest Dallas, TX changed this year?
Rent prices for rentals in Southwest Dallas, TX can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.28%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.29%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.20%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.01% year-over-year.
What is a reasonable rent price in Southwest Dallas, TX?
A reasonable rent price in Southwest Dallas, TX is around $1,639/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.
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