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Rental Market Trends in Lancaster, TX

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Lancaster, TX is $1,059/month.

Rent in Lancaster is 36% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,059/month

Average Rent

739 Sq Ft

Average Size

-3%

Change / Year

535

Available Apartments

Lancaster rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Lancaster average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Lancaster average $1,059 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Lancaster average $1,315 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Lancaster average $1,652 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,059/month
739 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,315/month
999 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,652/month
1,106 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,085/month
1,614 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$2,437/month
2,068 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Lancaster, TX?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 3%, which averages out to $31 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Lancaster, TX

September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Lancaster, TX
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
10% $700 - $1,000/month
60% $1,001 - $1,500/month
20% $1,501 - $2,000/month
10% Above $2,000/month

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

Because the average rent in Lancaster is $1,059, you’ll want to make about $3,530 per month or $42,360 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.

City

Lancaster, TX

535 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Lancaster, 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

Compare Rent Trends Nearby

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

  • DeSoto

    DeSoto

    Avg Rent: $1,284/month

  • Wilmer

    Wilmer

    Avg Rent: $1,123/month

  • Red Oak

    Red Oak

    Avg Rent: $1,466/month

  • Glenn Heights

    Glenn Heights

    Avg Rent: $839/month

  • Duncanville

    Duncanville

    Avg Rent: $1,109/month

Apartment Communities in Lancaster We Think You'll Love

Red Oak Town Village Apartments

Red Oak Town Village Apartments

200 S Ryan Dr,
Red Oak, TX 75154

1-3 Beds | $1,150 - $2,100

Creekwood Place

Creekwood Place

485 Rolling Hills Pl,
Lancaster, TX 75146

2-3 Beds | $1,405 - $1,760

Halden Red Oak

Halden Red Oak

550 Shadow Bend Dr,
Red Oak, TX 75154

1-4 Beds | Call for Rent

DeSoto Town Center

DeSoto Town Center

207 E Pleasant Run Rd,
DeSoto, TX 75115

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,178 - $1,745

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Lancaster?

The average rent in Lancaster is $1,059 per month, which is 36.4% lower than the national average of $1,664.

What is the average rent for a house in Lancaster?

The average rent for a house in Lancaster, TX is $2,085 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Lancaster?

Rents in Lancaster, TX are decreasing, with prices down 3.0% year-over-year and $31 less per month.

What rent range is most common in Lancaster?

In Lancaster, TX, 60% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Texas Lancaster 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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