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Rental Market Trends in Fort Worth, TX

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Fort Worth, TX is $1,272/month.

Rent in Fort Worth is 24% lower than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,272/month

Average Rent

717 Sq Ft

Average Size

-0.8%

Change / Year

21,546

Available Apartments

Fort Worth rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Fort Worth average $1,167 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Fort Worth average $1,272 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Fort Worth average $1,590 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Fort Worth average $1,963 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,167/month
489 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,272/month
717 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,590/month
1,050 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,963/month
1,276 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,113/month
585 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,722/month
1,130 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,188/month
1,597 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$3,080/month
2,299 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,308/month
687 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,483/month
1,170 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,145/month
1,379 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$6,449/month
2,548 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,209/month
736 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,675/month
1,200 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,284/month
1,572 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$4,711/month
2,372 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Fort Worth, TX?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 0.8%, which averages out to $10 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Fort Worth, TX

September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Fort Worth, TX
Percentage*
Rent Range
3% Below $700/month
16% $700 - $1,000/month
45% $1,001 - $1,500/month
29% $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 Fort Worth?

Based on current rent prices, Woodhaven, Ryanwood and Central Meadowbrook are the most affordable neighborhoods in Fort Worth.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Woodhaven
$919/month
670 Sq Ft
Ryanwood
$939/month
685 Sq Ft
Central Meadowbrook
$960/month
682 Sq Ft
Brentwood-Oak Hills
$1,028/month
676 Sq Ft
Downtown Lake Worth
$1,117/month
670 Sq Ft
Western Hills/Ridglea
$1,139/month
682 Sq Ft
South Lake Worth
$1,161/month
709 Sq Ft
Morningside
$1,171/month
754 Sq Ft
Wedgwood
$1,230/month
710 Sq Ft
Mosier Valley
$1,240/month
777 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Fort Worth?

Based on current rent prices, Stockyards, Diamond Hill-Jarvis and Cultural District are the most expensive neighborhoods in Fort Worth.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Stockyards
$1,884/month
758 Sq Ft
Diamond Hill-Jarvis
$1,854/month
756 Sq Ft
Cultural District
$1,731/month
774 Sq Ft
Downtown Fort Worth
$1,712/month
775 Sq Ft
West 7th
$1,708/month
800 Sq Ft
Pecan Acres
$1,654/month
784 Sq Ft
Southside Medical District
$1,636/month
765 Sq Ft
Uptown Fort Worth
$1,631/month
769 Sq Ft
River District
$1,631/month
747 Sq Ft
West Fort Worth
$1,607/month
771 Sq Ft

Which Fort Worth neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Fort Worth with the most apartments available are North Fort Worth, South Fort Worth and Downtown Fort Worth .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
North Fort Worth
$1,483/month
757 Sq Ft
South Fort Worth
$1,467/month
769 Sq Ft
Downtown Fort Worth
$1,712/month
775 Sq Ft
Cultural District
$1,731/month
774 Sq Ft
Wedgwood
$1,230/month
710 Sq Ft
Western Hills/Ridglea
$1,139/month
682 Sq Ft
Uptown Fort Worth
$1,631/month
769 Sq Ft
Blue Mound
$1,425/month
733 Sq Ft
West Fort Worth
$1,607/month
771 Sq Ft
Woodhaven
$919/month
670 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

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

Because the average rent in Fort Worth is $1,272, you’ll want to make about $4,240 per month or $50,880 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 Fort Worth, TX is 4.6% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Fort Worth is 14.3% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,167 - $1,963. You can expect to pay 1.1% less for groceries, 12.0% more for utilities, and 8.5% less for transportation.

City

Fort Worth, TX

21,546 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Fort Worth, 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

Woodhaven

Fort Worth, TX

Stockyards

Fort Worth, TX

Studio
$757/month
$1,374/month
One Bedroom
$927/month
$1,704/month
Two Bedroom
$1,236/month
$2,557/month
Three Bedroom
$1,410/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

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

  • Haltom City

    Haltom City

    Avg Rent: $1,178/month

  • Saginaw

    Saginaw

    Avg Rent: $1,357/month

  • River Oaks

    River Oaks

    Avg Rent: $875/month

  • Richland Hills

    Richland Hills

    Avg Rent: $1,065/month

  • Lake Worth

    Lake Worth

    Avg Rent: $1,393/month

Apartment Communities in Fort Worth We Think You'll Love

The Griffin Apartments

The Griffin Apartments

7040 John T White Rd,
Fort Worth, TX 76120

1-2 Beds | $798 - $1,661

The Palo Apartments

The Palo Apartments

15621 Bovis Way,
Fort Worth, TX 76177

1-2 Beds | $1,307 - $2,432

Laurel Heights at Cityview

Laurel Heights at Cityview

5701 Overton Ridge Blvd,
Fort Worth, TX 76132

1-2 Beds | $1,035 - $1,640

Mercantile River District

Mercantile River District

4921 White Settlement Rd,
Fort Worth, TX 76114

Studio - 3 Beds | $1,248 - $3,252

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Fort Worth?

The average rent in Fort Worth is $1,272 per month, which is 23.6% lower than the national average of $1,665.

What is the average rent for a house in Fort Worth?

The average rent for a house in Fort Worth, TX is $2,188 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Fort Worth?

The average rent for a townhome in Fort Worth, TX is $1,675 per month.

What is the average rent for a condo in Fort Worth?

The average rent for a condo in Fort Worth, TX is $1,308 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Fort Worth?

Rents in Fort Worth, TX are decreasing, with prices down 0.8% year-over-year and $10 less per month.

What rent range is most common in Fort Worth?

In Fort Worth, TX, 45% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Texas Fort Worth 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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