Stone Creek
3035 Lake Arthur Dr,
Port Arthur, TX 77642
1-2 Beds | $1,146 - $4,135
Rental Market Trends in Port Arthur, TX
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Port Arthur, TX is $1,081/month.
Rent in Port Arthur is 35% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.
$1,081/month
Average Rent
689 Sq Ft
Average Size
-9.9%
Change / Year
554
Available Apartments
Port Arthur rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Port Arthur average $793 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Port Arthur average $1,081 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Port Arthur average $1,321 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Port Arthur average $1,518 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
Bedrooms
Average Rent
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Bedrooms
Average Rent
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How much has average rent changed in Port Arthur, TX?
In the past year, rent has decreased by 9.9%, which averages out to $106 less per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Port Arthur, TX
September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
38%
$700 - $1,000/month
43%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
19%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
0%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Port Arthur?
Based on current rent prices, Port Arthur/Groves is the most affordable neighborhood in Port Arthur.
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Port Arthur?
Based on current rent prices, Port Arthur/Groves is the most expensive neighborhood in Port Arthur.
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Which Port Arthur neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhood in Port Arthur with the most apartments available is Port Arthur/Groves .
Neighborhood
Average Rent
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Port Arthur, TX?
Because the average rent in Port Arthur is $1,081, you’ll want to make about $3,603 per month or $43,236 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.
How does Port Arthur, TX compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Port Arthur, 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.
View the Port Arthur Area GuideStudio
$793/month
$793/month
One Bedroom
$1,049/month
$1,049/month
Two Bedroom
$1,264/month
$1,264/month
Three Bedroom
$1,509/month
$1,509/month
Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Groves
Avg Rent: $846/month
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Nederland
Avg Rent: $1,017/month
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Port Neches
Avg Rent: $861/month
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Bridge City
Avg Rent: $693/month
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Beaumont
Avg Rent: $949/month
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Vidor
Avg Rent: $659/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Port Arthur?
The average rent in Port Arthur is $1,081 per month, which is 35.0% lower than the national average of $1,664.
What is the average rent for a house in Port Arthur?
The average rent for a house in Port Arthur, TX is $2,123 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Port Arthur?
Rents in Port Arthur, TX are decreasing, with prices down 9.9% year-over-year and $106 less per month.
What rent range is most common in Port Arthur?
In Port Arthur, TX, 43% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
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.