Brownsville Sun Colony Apartments
1900 Coffeeport Rd,
Brownsville, TX 78521
$962 - $1,495
1-3 Beds
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.
Strands of twinkle lights are draped over a street in Historic Brownsville.
A horse grazes in a field in East Brownsville.
Brownsville residents can enjoy fishing and kayaking at the Brownsville Convention Center.
As of November 2025, the average apartment rent in Brownsville, TX is $622 for a studio, $886 for one bedroom, $1,051 for two bedrooms, and $1,208 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Brownsville has increased by 2.5% in the past year.
The cost of living in Brownsville, TX is 14.5% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Brownsville is 26.5% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $622 - $1,208. You can expect to pay 14.4% less for groceries, 21.3% less for utilities, and 3.3% more for transportation.
Somewhat Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.
Somewhat Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
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882 Students
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841 Students
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666 Students
Rancho Verde Elementary School
Public
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661 Students
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604 Students
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1,095 Students
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976 Students
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Grades 6-8
905 Students
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Grades 6-8
638 Students
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Grades 6-8
781 Students
Brownsville Early College High School
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Grades 9-12
348 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,172 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,246 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,788 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,814 Students
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† 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.
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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 November 2025.