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Rental Market Trends in Arlington, TX

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Arlington, TX is $1,134/month.

Rent in Arlington is 32% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,134/month

Average Rent

676 Sq Ft

Average Size

-1.9%

Change / Year

7,367

Available Apartments

Arlington rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Arlington average $1,022 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Arlington average $1,134 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Arlington average $1,522 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Arlington average $2,110 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,022/month
510 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,134/month
676 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,522/month
999 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,110/month
1,328 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$677/month
394 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,825/month
1,283 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,270/month
1,619 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$2,940/month
2,453 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,176/month
625 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,420/month
902 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,233/month
722 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,728/month
1,333 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,342/month
1,705 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$2,590/month
2,044 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Arlington, TX?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 1.9%, which averages out to $22 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Arlington, TX

September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Arlington, TX
Percentage*
Rent Range
3% Below $700/month
15% $700 - $1,000/month
59% $1,001 - $1,500/month
17% $1,501 - $2,000/month
7% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Arlington?

Based on current rent prices, Dalworthington Gardens, West Arlington and North Arlington are the most affordable neighborhoods in Arlington.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Dalworthington Gardens
$1,100/month
702 Sq Ft
West Arlington
$1,133/month
670 Sq Ft
North Arlington
$1,207/month
708 Sq Ft
South Arlington
$1,376/month
728 Sq Ft
Downtown Arlington
$1,481/month
685 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Arlington?

Based on current rent prices, Downtown Arlington, South Arlington and North Arlington are the most expensive neighborhoods in Arlington.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Arlington
$1,481/month
685 Sq Ft
South Arlington
$1,376/month
728 Sq Ft
North Arlington
$1,207/month
708 Sq Ft
West Arlington
$1,133/month
670 Sq Ft
Dalworthington Gardens
$1,100/month
702 Sq Ft

Which Arlington neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Arlington with the most apartments available are North Arlington, West Arlington and South Arlington .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
North Arlington
$1,207/month
708 Sq Ft
West Arlington
$1,133/month
670 Sq Ft
South Arlington
$1,376/month
728 Sq Ft
Downtown Arlington
$1,481/month
685 Sq Ft
Dalworthington Gardens
$1,100/month
702 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Arlington, TX?

Because the average rent in Arlington is $1,134, you’ll want to make about $3,780 per month or $45,360 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Arlington, TX is 2.1% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Arlington is 7.4% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,022 - $2,110. You can expect to pay 1.2% less for groceries, 12.2% more for utilities, and 9.7% less for transportation.

City

Arlington, TX

7,367 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Arlington, TX compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Arlington, TX to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

Dalworthington Gardens

Arlington, TX

Downtown Arlington

Arlington, TX

Studio
-
$770/month
One Bedroom
$1,055/month
$981/month
Two Bedroom
$1,291/month
$1,375/month
Three Bedroom
$1,709/month
$2,156/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • Kennedale

    Kennedale

    Avg Rent: $1,427/month

  • Grand Prairie

    Grand Prairie

    Avg Rent: $1,327/month

  • Richland Hills

    Richland Hills

    Avg Rent: $1,065/month

  • Mansfield

    Mansfield

    Avg Rent: $1,441/month

  • Everman

    Everman

    Avg Rent: $1,049/month

  • Bedford

    Bedford

    Avg Rent: $1,143/month

Apartment Communities in Arlington We Think You'll Love

Hudson Apartments

Hudson Apartments

2508 Forest Point Dr,
Arlington, TX 76006

1-3 Beds | $915 - $1,616

Ennova Highlands

Ennova Highlands

150 W Arbrook Blvd,
Arlington, TX 76014

1-3 Beds | $1,699 - $4,999

The Merc

The Merc

800 W Bardin Rd,
Arlington, TX 76017

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,379 - $2,721

The Reid Apartments

The Reid Apartments

2934 Alouette Dr,
Grand Prairie, TX 75052

1-3 Beds | $960 - $2,010

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Arlington?

The average rent in Arlington is $1,134 per month, which is 31.9% lower than the national average of $1,664.

What is the average rent for a house in Arlington?

The average rent for a house in Arlington, TX is $2,270 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Arlington?

The average rent for a townhome in Arlington, TX is $1,728 per month.

What is the average rent for a condo in Arlington?

The average rent for a condo in Arlington, TX is $1,176 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Arlington?

Rents in Arlington, TX are decreasing, with prices down 1.9% year-over-year and $22 less per month.

What rent range is most common in Arlington?

In Arlington, TX, 59% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Texas Arlington Rental Trends

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 September 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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