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Rental Market Trends in Odessa, TX

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Odessa, TX is $1,157/month.

Rent in Odessa is 30% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,157/month

Average Rent

670 Sq Ft

Average Size

+2.1%

Change / Year

611

Available Apartments

Odessa rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Odessa average $1,082 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Odessa average $1,157 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Odessa average $1,476 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Odessa average $1,927 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,082/month
552 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,157/month
670 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,476/month
995 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,927/month
1,232 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,609/month
208 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,451/month
533 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$3,463/month
931 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Odessa, TX?

In the past year, rent has increased by 2.1%, which averages out to $25 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Odessa, TX

September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Odessa, TX
Percentage*
Rent Range
3% Below $700/month
19% $700 - $1,000/month
57% $1,001 - $1,500/month
19% $1,501 - $2,000/month
3% Above $2,000/month

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

Because the average rent in Odessa is $1,157, you’ll want to make about $3,856 per month or $46,272 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 Odessa, TX is 8.3% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Odessa is 21.9% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,082 - $1,927. You can expect to pay 5.2% less for groceries, 2.9% less for utilities, and 14.3% less for transportation.

City

Odessa, TX

611 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Odessa, 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 Communities in Odessa We Think You'll Love

Advenir at Legado Ranch

Advenir at Legado Ranch

4001 De Morada Dr,
Odessa, TX 79765

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,134 - $2,119

Windmill Ranch Apartments

Windmill Ranch Apartments

4121 San Antonio St,
Odessa, TX 79765

1 Bed | $1,375 - $1,735

The Penwell

The Penwell

8225 Dorado Dr,
Odessa, TX 79765

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,250 - $2,090

Alara

Alara

6501 Eastridge Rd,
Odessa, TX 79762

1-3 Beds | $975 - $1,545

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Odessa?

The average rent in Odessa is $1,157 per month, which is 30.5% lower than the national average of $1,664.

What is the average rent for a house in Odessa?

The average rent for a house in Odessa, TX is $2,451 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Odessa?

Rents in Odessa, TX are increasing, with prices up 2.1% year-over-year and $25 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Odessa?

In Odessa, TX, 57% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Texas Odessa 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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