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Rental Market Trends in Selma, TX

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Selma, TX is $1,109/month.

Rent in Selma is 33% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,109/month

Average Rent

733 Sq Ft

Average Size

-2.3%

Change / Year

352

Available Apartments

Selma rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Selma average $1,099 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Selma average $1,109 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Selma average $1,424 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Selma average $1,745 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,099/month
578 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,109/month
733 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,424/month
1,049 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,745/month
1,262 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,868/month
1,866 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$2,248/month
2,451 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,369/month
1,210 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Selma, TX?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 2.3%, which averages out to $25 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Selma, TX

September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Selma, TX
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
100% $1,001 - $1,500/month
0% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

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

Because the average rent in Selma is $1,109, you’ll want to make about $3,696 per month or $44,352 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

Selma, TX

352 Available Apartments for Rent

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

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    Avg Rent: $1,006/month

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    Live Oak

    Avg Rent: $1,132/month

  • Schertz

    Schertz

    Avg Rent: $1,089/month

  • Cibolo

    Cibolo

    Avg Rent: $1,205/month

  • Converse

    Converse

    Avg Rent: $1,013/month

  • Windcrest

    Windcrest

    Avg Rent: $1,017/month

  • Kirby

    Kirby

    Avg Rent: $649/month

Apartment Communities in Selma We Think You'll Love

Brio at Lookout

Brio at Lookout

7311 N Loop 1604 E,
San Antonio, TX 78233

Studio - 3 Beds | $885 - $1,922

Legacy Oaks Apartments

Legacy Oaks Apartments

5501 Legacy Oaks,
Schertz, TX 78154

1-3 Beds | $930 - $1,460

The Atlantic Mira Loma

The Atlantic Mira Loma

7601 Gateway Blvd,
Live Oak, TX 78233

1-3 Beds | $1,011 - $1,888

Retreat at Chelsea Park

Retreat at Chelsea Park

16303 Chelsea Pl,
Selma, TX 78154

1-3 Beds | $1,050 - $2,311

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Selma?

The average rent in Selma is $1,109 per month, which is 33.4% lower than the national average of $1,664.

What is the average rent for a house in Selma?

The average rent for a house in Selma, TX is $1,868 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Selma?

Rents in Selma, TX are decreasing, with prices down 2.3% year-over-year and $25 less per month.

What rent range is most common in Selma?

In Selma, TX, 100% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Texas Selma 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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