Located in northern Central Texas, Fort Worth is often coupled with neighboring Dallas. But Fort Worth has a unique character all of its own. Equal parts Wild West and modern sophistication, Fort Worth is known as the City of Cowboys and Culture. In Fort Worth, you can just as easily visit a championship rodeo as you can a world-class museum.
There is no shortage of world-class museums in Fort Worth. You have your choice of exploring the Kimbell Art Museum, Fort Worth Museum of Science and History, National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame, and many more. Head over to the Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District to step into the Old West and learn the history of the livestock industry in Texas. Every Friday and Saturday, you can witness the Stockyards Championship Rodeo at Cowtown Coliseum.
In addition, Fort Worth offers residents access to a top-rated zoo, festive community events, theatrical performances, Texas barbecue, Tex-Mex, and lush natural amenities such as the Fort Worth Botanic Garden and the Fort Worth Nature Center and Refuge. Fort Worth provides a wide variety of apartments available for rent, from new luxury apartments to renovated lofts and everything in between. Convenience to major highways, DART commuter rail, and Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport makes getting around from Fort Worth simple.
Discover western heritage at the historic Fort Worth Stockyards
The Fort Worth Stockyards is a National Historic District
Cobblestone street in Downtown Fort Worth
As of November 2025, the average apartment rent in Fort Worth, TX is $1,163 for a studio, $1,265 for one bedroom, $1,579 for two bedrooms, and $1,967 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Fort Worth has increased by 0.0% in the past year.
The cost of living in Fort Worth, TX is 3.4% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Fort Worth is 11.7% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,163 - $1,967. You can expect to pay 0.9% less for groceries, 15.8% more for utilities, and 7.7% less for transportation.
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Car-Dependent
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This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
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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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