Apartments for Rent in Brownsville TX
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Brownsville, TX Apartments for Rent
Situated at the southernmost tip of Texas, Brownsville combines American and Mexican cultures in a subtropical setting. This historic border city offers affordable living options, with average rents ranging from $625 for studios to $1,203 for three-bedroom units, showing modest year-over-year increases between 1.8% and 2.9%. The rental market includes options across established neighborhoods, from downtown apartments to communities near the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. The city features 37 parks connected by 32 miles of bike lanes and 1,200 acres of parkland. At Resaca de la Palma State Park, residents can explore semitropical brushland and observe native wildlife along the park's trails.
Downtown Brownsville features preserved historic architecture, local art galleries, and cultural venues. The Port of Brownsville drives the region's international trade, while SpaceX's facility has brought aerospace development to the area. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley enhances the city's educational opportunities. The annual Charro Days celebration brings together residents from Brownsville and Matamoros, Mexico for a traditional festival. South Padre Island's beaches are just a short drive away, and history buffs can explore Palo Alto Battlefield National Historical Park to learn about the area's role in Texas history.
Brownsville, TX Rental Insights
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The average rent in Brownsville, TX is $883 per month. By comparison, renters across the U.S. pay an average of $1,631, which means housing in Brownsville, TX is slightly less expensive than much of the country.
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The most popular ZIP codes for renters in Brownsville, TX are 78520, 78521, and 78526.
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The cost of living in Brownsville, TX is 14.5% lower than the national average. Daily expenses like housing, groceries, and transportation generally cost less than in many other U.S. cities.
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To live comfortably in Brownsville, TX as a single adult with no dependents, aim for a salary of at least $63,000 before taxes. Expect to spend about $7,344/year for groceries, $12,036 for goods and services, and $18,840/year for housing. To decide how much you should spend on rent, use our rent affordability calculator.
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You can find flexible rentals in Brownsville, TX by exploring short-term rentals for temporary stays or browsing furnished apartments for move-in ready options that save time and hassle.
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Tour apartments from your couch with Matterport 3D Tours. We have 541 Brownsville apartments with virtual tours available. Walk through the apartment, view room layouts and get a feel for the space before an in-person tour.
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Brownsville, TX has very few transit options. Residents typically rely on driving for daily needs.
