Average Rent in University Place, Houston, TX

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Current Versus Historical University Place, Houston, TX Rents

University Place rentals average $1,215 for a studio rental to $4,490 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $1,800, or roughly $20 per square feet.
For the apartment units and housing in September 2026, median rents have fallen over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $326 (-23.80%) year-over-year from $1,371 to $1,045. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $129 (-8.55%) year-over-year from $1,513 to $1,384. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $231 (-11.39%) year-over-year from $2,031 to $1,800. 3-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $1,475 (-29.64%) year-over-year from $4,975 to $3,500. 4-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $3,660 (-44.91%) year-over-year from $8,150 to $4,490. 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 6.28% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 8.43% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 10.30% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 18.52% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone down by 17.54% this month.
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Price / Sqft
Sep 2026 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio $31.35 $1,045 $1,371 (-23.80%) $1,272 (-17.82%)
1 BR $26.13 $1,384 $1,513 (-8.55%) $1,581 (-12.44%)
2 BR $17.88 $1,800 $2,031 (-11.39%) $1,984 (-9.25%)
3 BR $19.39 $3,500 $4,975 (-29.64%) $7,807 (-55.17%)
4+ BR $21.62 $4,490 $8,150 (-44.91%) $4,716 (-4.79%)

Historical Rents in University Place, Houston, TX

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Top Cities Near University Place

There are a total of 28 cities nearby University Place. The average rent in University Place is currently $2,000 per month. A total of 7 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Humble, TX, with an average rent of $1,200, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near University Place, Houston, TX is The Woodlands, TX. Monthly rents here are on average $3,000 per month.

Let's compare University Place, Houston, TX's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in University Place, Houston, TX is 40.37% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 19.04% more expensive. Two bedrooms in University Place, Houston, TX are about 20.88% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 48.16% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 28 total cities near University Place, Houston, TX in the following table.
City Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Pasadena, TX N/A $973 $1,400 $1,700
Houston, TX $1,195 $1,256 $1,600 $1,850
Mission Bend, TX N/A $1,355 $1,500 $2,000
Friendswood, TX $1,850 $1,565 $1,898 $2,050
Fresno, TX N/A $1,030 N/A $2,100
Missouri City, TX N/A $1,124 $1,573 $2,250
Sugar Land, TX $13,000 $2,050 $1,750 $2,350
Pearland, TX N/A $1,147 $1,650 $2,400
Manvel, TX $1,125 $900 $2,200 $2,500
Sienna Plantation, TX N/A N/A N/A $2,970

Top Neighborhoods Near University Place

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

The average rent for these 30 neighborhoods in or near University Place, Houston, TX is currently around $1,900 per month. A total of 26 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only four neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $1,900. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than University Place's average rent, which is only $1,800. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near University Place, Magnolia Park has the most affordable average rent at $1,095 per month. Whereas, at $3,950 average rent per month, Creekside Park is the most expensive neighborhood in or near University Place. View the following table for more information.
Neighborhood Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Magnolia Park, Houston, TX $823 $850 $1,350 $1,095
Woodlake - Briar Meadow, Houston, TX $1,427 $1,150 $1,400 $1,350
Astrodome, Houston, TX $1,024 $1,183 $1,498 $1,400
Sharpstown, Houston, TX N/A $1,045 $1,400 $1,465
Greater Eastwood, Houston, TX $900 $1,000 $1,650 $1,500
Braeswood Place, Houston, TX $745 $1,173 $1,480 $1,625
Braeburn, Houston, TX N/A $999 $1,225 $1,625
Neartown - Montrose, Houston, TX $925 $1,295 $1,999 $1,638
South Park, Houston, TX N/A N/A $1,295 $1,750
Central Southwest, Houston, TX $1,300 $1,397 $1,794 $1,798
South Main, Houston, TX $799 $1,075 $1,497 $1,808
Midtown, Houston, TX $1,238 $1,578 $2,025 $1,849
Greater Heights, Houston, TX $1,400 $1,200 $2,000 $1,868
Sunnyside, Houston, TX N/A $1,400 $1,445 $1,900
Greater Fifth Ward, Houston, TX $1,100 $998 $1,180 $1,950
Great Uptown, Houston, TX $1,544 $1,558 $2,000 $1,953
OST - South Union, Houston, TX $2,400 $1,100 $1,200 $1,963
Greenway - Upper Kirby, Houston, TX $1,790 $1,492 $2,200 $1,965
South Acres - Crestmont Park, Houston, TX $2,500 N/A $1,195 $2,000
MacGregor, Houston, TX N/A $1,100 $1,650 $2,200
Willow Meadows - Willowbend, Houston, TX N/A $1,123 $1,404 $2,200
Northside Village, Houston, TX $1,260 $995 $1,600 $2,200
Second Ward, Houston, TX $915 $1,000 $1,890 $2,225
Greater Third Ward, Houston, TX $1,750 $998 $1,300 $2,300
Fourth Ward, Houston, TX N/A $2,011 $2,488 $2,367
The Museum District, Houston, TX $1,033 $2,229 $2,500 $2,500
Lazy Brook - Timbergrove, Houston, TX N/A $1,125 $1,745 $2,500
Washington Avenue - Memorial Park, Houston, TX $1,465 $1,693 $2,350 $2,700
Downtown Houston, Houston, TX $1,439 $2,259 $3,359 $2,700
Meyerland Area, Houston, TX N/A $1,200 $1,475 $2,900

Top Counties Near University Place

There are a total of 28 counties located by University Place, Houston, TX. Some of these counties include Baytown, TX, Pasadena, TX, and Houston, TX. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,000. That's roughly around $15 per sqft. A total of 11 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Bryan-College Station, Bryan, TX. Its average rent per month is $1,300. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,683, Fulshear-Simonton, TX is the most expensive county by University Place, Houston, TX.

Typically, rent for studios in University Place, Houston, TX is 7.96% more expensive than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in University Place, Houston, TX is 22.32% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in University Place, Houston, TX is 24.32% more expensive 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 $990 $1,300 $1,650
Pasadena, TX N/A $950 $1,275 $1,695
Houston, TX $1,250 $1,250 $1,600 $1,900
Northeast Harris, TX $655 $1,000 $1,250 $1,900
Southeast Harris, TX N/A $950 $1,500 $2,100
Northwest Harris, TX $999 $1,168 $1,500 $2,150
Stafford-Missouri City, TX N/A $1,108 $1,450 $2,250
Rosenberg-Richmond, TX $3,125 $1,250 $1,450 $2,300
Sugar Land, TX $7,100 $1,254 $1,759 $2,350
Alvin-Pearland, TX $2,000 $1,075 $1,520 $2,400

Top Zipcodes Near University Place

There are a total of 50 zipcodes in or near University Place, Houston, TX. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $1,939. A total of 18 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 $1,300 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $3,000 per month is 77008, Houston, TX.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $963. That's at least $21 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near University Place, Houston, TX is $1,192 per month. Or in other words, $21 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,638 per month. Which comes out to $18 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in University Place, Houston, TX. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.
Zipcode Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
77030, Houston, TX $1,535 $1,329 $1,800 $1,750
77005, West University Place, TX $1,413 $1,660 $2,150 $2,995
77098, Houston, TX $775 $1,418 $2,200 $1,903
77054, Houston, TX $850 $1,185 $1,496 $1,463
77006, Houston, TX $975 $1,364 $1,975 $1,672
77004, Houston, TX $1,068 $1,379 $1,698 $2,200
77025, Houston, TX $720 $1,138 $1,480 $1,893
77019, Houston, TX $873 $1,700 $2,421 $2,300
77021, Houston, TX $2,400 $1,082 $1,175 $2,000
77027, Houston, TX $1,485 $1,612 $2,263 $1,930

Frequently Asked Questions - University Place Average Rents

What is the average rent price in University Place, Houston, TX?
The average monthly rental price for University Place, Houston, TX apartments for rent is approximately $1,800. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.
Do University Place, 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 University Place, Houston, TX.
How much is a studio apartment in University Place, Houston, TX?
The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,215 and an average price per square feet of $31.35. There are a total of 4 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in University Place.
How much is a one bedroom apartment in University Place, Houston, TX?
The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,400 and an average price per square feet of $26.13. There are a total of 33 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in University Place.
How much is a two bedroom apartment in University Place, Houston, TX?
The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $1,850 and an average price per square feet of $17.88. There are a total of 47 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in University Place.
How have rent prices in University Place, Houston, TX changed this year?
Rent prices for rentals in University Place, Houston, TX can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.24%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.09%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.11%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.30% year-over-year.
What is a reasonable rent price in University Place, Houston, TX?
A reasonable rent price in University Place, Houston, TX is around $1,440/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.