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Longview, TX

Area Guide

Welcome to Longview, Texas, a welcoming East Texas community where small-town charm meets city convenience. This growing city offers varied rental options, from downtown apartments to peaceful suburban communities, with average rent for a one-bedroom apartment at $934, showing a 1.6% annual increase. The downtown cultural district encompasses 320 acres, featuring the Longview Museum of Fine Arts, local eateries, green spaces, and preserved historic architecture. The 29-acre Longview Arboretum and Nature Center provides residents with walking trails and native gardens, while the city's expanding trail network will connect neighborhoods across 10 miles of paths.

Longview balances its railroad heritage with thoughtful development, creating an appealing mix of historic charm and modern living. The presence of LeTourneau University and the Longview University Center of UT Tyler adds to the city's dynamic atmosphere. Notable areas include the Spring Hill neighborhood to the north and the Pine Tree area to the west, each offering distinct residential communities. The city's name originated in 1870 when railroad surveyors appreciated the expansive view from a local settler's porch, and today Longview serves as Northeast Texas's regional center. The annual Great Texas Balloon Race, an official state legacy event, fills the skies with color while drawing visitors from across the country, and the revitalized downtown continues to grow with local businesses and entertainment venues.

Rent Trends

As of November 2025, the average apartment rent in Longview, TX is $775 for a studio, $932 for one bedroom, $1,124 for two bedrooms, and $1,266 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Longview has increased by 0.1% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$932/month
678 Sq Ft
House
$1,533/month
1,087 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,944/month
1,433 Sq Ft
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Cost of Living

The cost of living in Longview, TX is 7.0% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Longview is 14.3% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $775 - $1,266. You can expect to pay 3.5% less for groceries, 5.7% more for utilities, and 12.4% less for transportation.

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Transportation

34

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

35

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.

Schools

Spring Hill Intermediate School

Public

Grades 3-5

459 Students

Birch Elementary School

Public

Grades 1-4

696 Students

Parkway Elementary School

Public

Grades 1-4

678 Students

Pine Tree Middle

Public

Grades 5-6

708 Students

Pine Tree Primary School

Public

Grades PK-K

501 Students

Spring Hill J High School

Public

Grades 6-8

479 Students

Pine Tree J High School

Public

Grades 7-8

709 Students

Judson Middle

Public

476 Students

Spring Hill High School

Public

Grades 9-12

641 Students

Pine Tree High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,319 Students

Judson Middle

Public

476 Students

Excel High School Of Choice

Public

Grades 10-12

37 Students

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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 November 2025.