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Rental Market Trends in Denton, TX

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Denton, TX is $1,174/month.

Rent in Denton is 29% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,174/month

Average Rent

682 Sq Ft

Average Size

-2.9%

Change / Year

3,447

Available Apartments

Denton rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Denton average $985 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Denton average $1,174 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Denton average $1,490 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Denton average $2,036 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$985/month
452 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,174/month
682 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,490/month
992 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,036/month
1,359 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$988/month
570 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,700/month
907 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,216/month
1,581 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$2,847/month
2,259 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$951/month
378 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,345/month
945 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,791/month
1,305 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$945/month
570 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,406/month
1,270 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,024/month
1,478 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$2,239/month
1,154 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Denton, TX?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 2.9%, which averages out to $34 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Denton, TX

September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Denton, TX
Percentage*
Rent Range
2% Below $700/month
30% $700 - $1,000/month
50% $1,001 - $1,500/month
14% $1,501 - $2,000/month
4% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Denton?

Based on current rent prices, Downtown Denton and Rayzor Ranch" are the most affordable neighborhoods in Denton.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Denton
$1,255/month
674 Sq Ft
Rayzor Ranch
$1,334/month
657 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Denton?

Based on current rent prices, Rayzor Ranch and Downtown Denton" are the most expensive neighborhoods in Denton.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Rayzor Ranch
$1,334/month
657 Sq Ft
Downtown Denton
$1,255/month
674 Sq Ft

Which Denton neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Denton with the most apartments available are Downtown Denton and Rayzor Ranch" .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Denton
$1,255/month
674 Sq Ft
Rayzor Ranch
$1,334/month
657 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

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

Because the average rent in Denton is $1,174, you’ll want to make about $3,913 per month or $46,956 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 Denton, TX is 4.3% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Denton is 12.8% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $985 - $2,036. You can expect to pay 2.0% less for groceries, 4.2% more for utilities, and 4.0% less for transportation.

City

Denton, TX

3,447 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Denton, 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

Downtown Denton

Denton, TX

Rayzor Ranch

Denton, TX

Studio
$1,010/month
$809/month
One Bedroom
$1,110/month
$1,146/month
Two Bedroom
$1,378/month
$1,548/month
Three Bedroom
$1,846/month
$2,166/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

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

  • Krum

    Krum

    Avg Rent: $1,193/month

  • Corinth

    Corinth

    Avg Rent: $1,367/month

  • Argyle

    Argyle

    Avg Rent: $1,655/month

  • Sanger

    Sanger

    Avg Rent: $1,136/month

Apartment Communities in Denton We Think You'll Love

Luxe of Denton

Luxe of Denton

4770 Luxe Ln,
Denton, TX 76207

1-4 Beds | $1,454 - $3,164

Woods at Forest Crossing

Woods at Forest Crossing

3755 E McKinney St,
Denton, TX 76208

1-3 Beds | $1,525 - $2,645

Epic Apartments

Epic Apartments

3200 S Interstate 35 E,
Denton, TX 76210

1-3 Beds | $1,195 - $1,995

Eighteen 51 Brinker

Eighteen 51 Brinker

1851 Brinker Rd,
Denton, TX 76208

1-3 Beds | $1,325 - $2,099

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Denton?

The average rent in Denton is $1,174 per month, which is 29.4% lower than the national average of $1,664.

What is the average rent for a house in Denton?

The average rent for a house in Denton, TX is $2,216 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Denton?

The average rent for a townhome in Denton, TX is $1,406 per month.

What is the average rent for a condo in Denton?

The average rent for a condo in Denton, TX is $951 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Denton?

Rents in Denton, TX are decreasing, with prices down 2.9% year-over-year and $34 less per month.

What rent range is most common in Denton?

In Denton, TX, 50% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Texas Denton 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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