Pearland

Pearland is just a few miles south of Houston.
A jogger taking a pleasant stroll in Pearland.
Residents of Pearland can visit the Pearland Town Center, an airy shopping complex.
There is something for every type of homeowner in the South Fork/Mary's Creek neighborhood.
Pearland walkers enjoy a sunny day in the park.

Pearland, TX Area Guide

Experience the quintessential suburban life near Houston.

Family-Friendly Suburban Convenient Commuter

Located 16 miles from downtown Houston, Pearland combines suburban living with easy city access. This growing community offers renters spacious homes and apartments throughout its well-established neighborhoods. Current rental rates range from $1,369 for one-bedroom units to $2,303 for four-bedroom homes, with four-bedroom properties showing a 2.8% increase year-over-year.

Pearland's convenient location puts residents close to major employment centers, including the Texas Medical Center and NASA's Johnson Space Center. The city features established shopping areas like Pearland Town Center and Shadow Creek Ranch, along with healthcare facilities such as Memorial Hermann Pearland Hospital. Local parks and recreation areas provide opportunities for outdoor activities throughout the year. The city's rich history dates to 1894 when founder Witold von Zychlinski named the area after the pear orchards he established. Today, Pearland hosts community events throughout the year, adding to its appeal as a Houston metro residential destination.

Explore the City

Residents of Pearland can visit the Pearland Town Center, an airy shopping complex.

There is something for every type of homeowner in the South Fork/Mary's Creek neighborhood.

Pearland walkers enjoy a sunny day in the park.

Residents of Pearland enjoy leisurely rounds of golf at Southwyck Golf Course.

Mary's Creek Trail offers Pearland locals a serene escape for leisurely strolls.

Pearland Town Square beckons with its array of outdoor shops for browsing and shopping.

Rent Trends

As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Pearland, TX is $1,259 for a studio, $1,386 for one bedroom, $1,693 for two bedrooms, and $2,128 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Pearland has increased by 1.4% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,386/month
761 Sq Ft
House
$2,591/month
2,220 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,643/month
950 Sq Ft
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Getting Around

Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Pearland, TX is for everyday living.

Car-Dependent

40 / 100

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

Minimal Transit

1 / 100

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

Somewhat Bikeable

39 / 100

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

Pearland High School

Public

Grades 9-12

Glenda Dawson High School

Public

Grades 9-12

Shadow Creek High School

Public

Grades 9-12

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Scuba Park
  • Galveston Island State Park
  • Sims Bayou Urban Nature Center

Commuter Rail

Airports

  • William P Hobby
  • George Bush Intcntl/Houston

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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 February 2026.