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Rental Market Trends in Dallas, TX

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Dallas, TX is $1,408/month.

Rent in Dallas is 15% lower than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,408/month

Average Rent

715 Sq Ft

Average Size

-0.1%

Change / Year

27,482

Available Apartments

Dallas rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Dallas average $1,273 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Dallas average $1,408 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Dallas average $1,875 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Dallas average $2,366 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,273/month
543 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,408/month
715 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,875/month
1,063 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,366/month
1,339 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,189/month
773 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,279/month
1,160 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,804/month
1,688 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$4,831/month
2,613 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,537/month
752 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,383/month
1,249 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$5,505/month
2,061 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$11,270/month
3,465 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,511/month
767 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,558/month
1,437 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,516/month
1,978 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$4,565/month
2,366 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Dallas, TX?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 0.1%, which averages out to $1 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Dallas, TX

September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Dallas, TX
Percentage*
Rent Range
2% Below $700/month
14% $700 - $1,000/month
48% $1,001 - $1,500/month
21% $1,501 - $2,000/month
16% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Dallas?

Based on current rent prices, Urbandale-Parkdale, Riverway Estates and Buckner Terrace-Everglade Park are the most affordable neighborhoods in Dallas.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Urbandale-Parkdale
$877/month
663 Sq Ft
Riverway Estates
$900/month
618 Sq Ft
Buckner Terrace-Everglade Park
$907/month
654 Sq Ft
Piedmont-Scyene
$932/month
591 Sq Ft
Pleasant Grove
$951/month
629 Sq Ft
Piedmont
$1,009/month
639 Sq Ft
Kiest Park
$1,021/month
678 Sq Ft
Wolf Creek
$1,036/month
655 Sq Ft
Highland Hills
$1,044/month
712 Sq Ft
Lake Highlands
$1,072/month
672 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Dallas?

Based on current rent prices, Turtle Creek, Meadows and South Dallas-Fairpark are the most expensive neighborhoods in Dallas.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Turtle Creek
$2,746/month
817 Sq Ft
Meadows
$2,495/month
948 Sq Ft
South Dallas-Fairpark
$2,415/month
1,039 Sq Ft
Victory Park
$2,367/month
844 Sq Ft
Uptown Dallas
$2,247/month
802 Sq Ft
Highland Park
$2,175/month
794 Sq Ft
Uptown/Park Cities
$2,150/month
792 Sq Ft
City Center
$2,134/month
861 Sq Ft
Design District
$2,021/month
771 Sq Ft
Medical District
$2,004/month
763 Sq Ft

Which Dallas neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Dallas with the most apartments available are East Dallas, Far North Dallas and Uptown/Park Cities .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
East Dallas
$1,507/month
740 Sq Ft
Far North Dallas
$1,350/month
715 Sq Ft
Uptown/Park Cities
$2,150/month
792 Sq Ft
Lake Highlands
$1,072/month
672 Sq Ft
Uptown Dallas
$2,247/month
802 Sq Ft
Medical District
$2,004/month
763 Sq Ft
Downtown Dallas
$1,979/month
817 Sq Ft
Prestonwood
$1,323/month
716 Sq Ft
Knox Henderson
$1,885/month
772 Sq Ft
West Dallas
$1,824/month
758 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Dallas, TX?

Because the average rent in Dallas is $1,408, you’ll want to make about $4,693 per month or $56,316 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Dallas, TX is 1.5% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Dallas is 11.4% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,273 - $2,366. You can expect to pay 1.2% less for groceries, 12.3% more for utilities, and 12.5% less for transportation.

City

Dallas, TX

27,482 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Dallas, TX compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Dallas, TX to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

Urbandale-Parkdale

Dallas, TX

Turtle Creek

Dallas, TX

Studio
-
$1,930/month
One Bedroom
$1,103/month
$2,542/month
Two Bedroom
$1,391/month
$3,811/month
Three Bedroom
-
$12,181/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • Garland

    Garland

    Avg Rent: $1,232/month

  • Balch Springs

    Balch Springs

    Avg Rent: $1,165/month

  • Richardson

    Richardson

    Avg Rent: $1,471/month

  • Farmers Branch

    Farmers Branch

    Avg Rent: $1,576/month

  • Addison

    Addison

    Avg Rent: $1,512/month

Apartment Communities in Dallas We Think You'll Love

Junction at 7760

Junction at 7760

7760 McCallum Blvd,
Dallas, TX 75252

Studio - 1 Bed | $893 - $1,176

Mirasol Park Lane

Mirasol Park Lane

8110 Park Ln,
Dallas, TX 75231

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,679 - $3,499

The Village Dallas

The Village Dallas

5605 Village Glen Dr,
Dallas, TX 75206

1-3 Beds | $1,509 - $6,515

Ash at the Branch

Ash at the Branch

4646 Amesbury Dr,
Dallas, TX 75206

1-3 Beds | $1,600 - $3,650

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Dallas?

The average rent in Dallas is $1,408 per month, which is 15.4% lower than the national average of $1,665.

What is the average rent for a house in Dallas?

The average rent for a house in Dallas, TX is $2,804 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Dallas?

The average rent for a townhome in Dallas, TX is $2,558 per month.

What is the average rent for a condo in Dallas?

The average rent for a condo in Dallas, TX is $1,537 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Dallas?

Rents in Dallas, TX are decreasing, with prices down 0.1% year-over-year and $1 less per month.

What rent range is most common in Dallas?

In Dallas, TX, 48% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Texas Dallas Rental Trends

Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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