Average Rent in Texas

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Current Versus Historical Texas Rents

Texas rentals average $1,364 for a studio rental to $2,595 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $1,950, or roughly $16 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in October 2026, median rents have fallen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $266 (-16.48%) year-over-year from $1,616 to $1,350. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $358 (-22.82%) year-over-year from $1,568 to $1,210. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $440 (-22.38%) year-over-year from $1,965 to $1,525. 3-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $8 (-0.39%) year-over-year from $2,058 to $2,050. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $102 (4.07%) year-over-year from $2,498 to $2,600. 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 up by 0.65% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 4.95% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 2.66% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 0.82% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 1.96% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Oct 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$28.25	$1,350	$1,616 (-16.48%)	$1,579 (-14.48%)
1 BR	$20.79	$1,210	$1,568 (-22.82%)	$1,556 (-22.22%)
2 BR	$17.40	$1,525	$1,965 (-22.38%)	$1,908 (-20.06%)
3 BR	$15.53	$2,050	$2,058 (-0.39%)	$1,886 (8.71%)
4+ BR	$13.50	$2,600	$2,498 (4.07%)	$2,417 (7.59%)

Historical Rents in Texas

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Top Cities Near Texas

There are a total of 47 cities nearby Texas. The average rent in Texas is currently $2,000 per month. A total of 19 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Killeen, TX, with an average rent of $1,200, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Texas is Scottsdale, AZ. Monthly rents here are on average $4,200 per month.

Let's compare Texas's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in Texas is 27.68% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 5.69% more affordable. Two bedrooms in Texas are about 4.92% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 0.24% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 47 total cities near Texas in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Lockhart, TX	N/A	$1,345	$1,225	$1,493
Wells Branch, TX	$1,773	$1,030	$1,425	$1,525
San Marcos, TX	N/A	$1,125	$1,173	$1,650
New Braunfels, TX	$987	$1,553	$1,600	$1,665
Jollyville, TX	N/A	$1,195	$1,450	$1,825
Kyle, TX	$1,830	$1,700	$1,782	$1,850
Manor, TX	N/A	$1,804	$2,009	$1,850
Austin, TX	$1,508	$1,445	$1,775	$1,900
Pflugerville, TX	N/A	$1,410	$1,650	$2,100
Lakeway, TX	N/A	$981	$2,000	$2,800

Top Neighborhoods Near Texas

There are a total of 118 neighborhoods in or near Texas. Some of these neighborhoods include Parker Lane, Woodlake - Briar Meadow, and St. Johns. We've included the top 30 neighborhoods out of 118 total neighborhoods in or near Texas in the following table.

The average rent for these 30 neighborhoods in or near Texas is currently around $1,795 per month. A total of 80 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is less than Texas's average rent, which is actually $1,950. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Texas, Westwood has the most affordable average rent at $970 per month. Whereas, at $3,900 average rent per month, Creekside Park is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Texas. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Parker Lane, Austin, TX	$865	$1,065	$1,443	$1,259
Woodlake - Briar Meadow, Houston, TX	$889	$1,042	$1,375	$1,300
St. Johns, Austin, TX	$819	$950	$1,250	$1,398
Hyde Park, Austin, TX	$925	$995	$1,613	$1,400
Eldridge - West Oaks, Houston, TX	$1,149	$1,061	$1,249	$1,424
Pleasant Valley, Austin, TX	N/A	$975	$1,881	$1,495
North Austin, Austin, TX	$985	$899	$1,300	$1,498
Garrison Park, Austin, TX	$1,035	$899	$1,425	$1,550
Windsor Park, Austin, TX	$899	$1,094	$1,372	$1,571
North University, Austin, TX	$788	$992	$1,850	$1,600
West University, Austin, TX	$1,148	$975	$1,800	$1,650
Brentwood, Austin, TX	$1,271	$1,200	$1,825	$1,679
Riverside, Austin, TX	$1,450	$1,611	$1,873	$1,695
Hancock, Austin, TX	$1,372	$1,195	$1,895	$1,794
South River City, Austin, TX	$1,553	$1,395	$2,000	$1,795
North Burnet, Austin, TX	$1,408	$1,508	$2,280	$1,838
West Oak Hill, Austin, TX	N/A	$1,316	$1,695	$1,849
RMMA, Austin, TX	$977	$1,690	$1,900	$1,864
Great Uptown, Houston, TX	$1,544	$1,375	$1,900	$1,895
Sweetbriar, Austin, TX	$1,514	$1,564	$2,073	$1,911
North Loop, Austin, TX	$1,074	$1,260	$2,087	$1,923
Neartown - Montrose, Houston, TX	$1,250	$1,395	$2,300	$1,933
Montropolis, Austin, TX	$1,099	$1,750	$1,950	$1,950
South Lamar, Austin, TX	$1,149	$1,700	$1,998	$1,964
East Cesar Chavez, Austin, TX	$1,585	$1,847	$2,645	$2,025
Greater Heights, Houston, TX	$1,467	$1,295	$2,200	$2,150
MLK, Austin, TX	$1,965	$2,320	$2,499	$2,450
Washington Avenue - Memorial Park, Houston, TX	$1,520	$1,640	$2,350	$2,457
Zilker, Austin, TX	$1,808	$2,648	$2,800	$2,759
Downtown Austin, Austin, TX	$2,067	$2,552	$3,785	$3,440

Top Counties Near Texas

There are a total of 50 counties located by Texas. Some of these counties include Lockhart, TX, Seguin, TX, and New Braunfels, TX. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,067. That's roughly around $16 per sqft. A total of 18 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is San Antonio Central, San Antonio, TX. Its average rent per month is $1,128. Vice versa, with an average rent of $7,000, Naples, FL is the most expensive county by Texas.

Typically, rent for studios in Texas is 0.27% more affordable than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in Texas is 8.23% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in Texas is 9.18% more affordable than other counties nearby. We've listed the top 10 counties in the table below.

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Lockhart, TX	N/A	$1,345	$1,200	$1,549
Seguin, TX	$1,385	$1,563	$1,402	$1,563
New Braunfels, TX	$987	$1,500	$1,700	$1,665
San Marcos, TX	N/A	$1,393	$1,750	$1,704
Austin, TX	$1,522	$1,448	$1,795	$1,900
Kyle-Buda, TX	$1,565	$1,700	$1,846	$1,933
Cedar Creek-Red Rock, TX	$1,000	$1,463	$1,688	$1,975
Northeast Travis, TX	$1,119	$1,745	$1,665	$2,056
Southwest Travis, TX	N/A	$2,087	$1,895	$2,650
Dripping Springs-Wimberley, TX	$1,450	$1,265	$1,800	$2,795

Top Zipcodes Near Texas

There are a total of 49 zipcodes in or near Texas. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $1,900. A total of 27 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 78249, San Antonio, TX at $1,285 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $4,500 per month is 78746, West Lake Hills, TX.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,095. That's at least $27 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near Texas is $1,349 per month. Or in other words, $22 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,682 per month. Which comes out to $18 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in Texas. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
78705, Austin, TX	$1,023	$1,100	$1,825	$1,650
78640, Kyle, TX	$1,830	$1,700	$1,799	$1,885
78704, Austin, TX	$1,553	$1,950	$2,398	$2,302
78745, Austin, TX	$1,199	$1,343	$1,595	$1,800
78741, Austin, TX	$897	$1,400	$1,700	$1,622
78701, Austin, TX	$2,067	$2,537	$3,785	$3,440
78666, San Marcos, TX	N/A	$1,393	$1,735	$1,713
78744, Austin, TX	$1,129	$1,249	$1,419	$1,650
78702, Austin, TX	$1,564	$1,850	$2,613	$2,310
78748, Austin, TX	$1,047	$1,418	$1,565	$1,895

Frequently Asked Questions - Texas Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Texas?

The average monthly rental price for Texas apartments for rent is approximately $1,950. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do Texas 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 Texas.

How much is a studio apartment in Texas?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,364 and an average price per square feet of $28.25. There are a total of 1,248 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in Texas.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in Texas?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,212 and an average price per square feet of $20.79. There are a total of 11,704 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Texas.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in Texas?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $1,525 and an average price per square feet of $17.40. There are a total of 16,132 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Texas.

How have rent prices in Texas changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in Texas can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.16%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.23%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.22%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.00% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in Texas?

A reasonable rent price in Texas is around $1,560/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.