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Rental Market Trends in Stafford, TX

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Stafford, TX is $1,324/month.

Rent in Stafford is 20% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,324/month

Average Rent

750 Sq Ft

Average Size

-0.6%

Change / Year

889

Available Apartments

Stafford rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Stafford average $1,259 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Stafford average $1,324 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Stafford average $1,579 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Stafford average $1,766 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,259/month
577 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,324/month
750 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,579/month
1,107 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,766/month
1,288 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,045/month
1,797 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$2,605/month
2,632 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,326/month
1,516 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,960/month
1,741 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Stafford, TX?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 0.6%, which averages out to $8 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Stafford, TX

September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Stafford, TX
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
4% $700 - $1,000/month
68% $1,001 - $1,500/month
29% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Stafford?

Based on current rent prices, Stafford Oaks, Fountain Lake and Kirkwood are the most affordable neighborhoods in Stafford.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Stafford Oaks
$1,246/month
745 Sq Ft
Fountain Lake
$1,304/month
733 Sq Ft
Kirkwood
$1,607/month
775 Sq Ft
Sugar Ridge
$1,621/month
774 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Stafford?

Based on current rent prices, Sugar Ridge, Kirkwood and Fountain Lake are the most expensive neighborhoods in Stafford.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Sugar Ridge
$1,621/month
774 Sq Ft
Kirkwood
$1,607/month
775 Sq Ft
Fountain Lake
$1,304/month
733 Sq Ft
Stafford Oaks
$1,246/month
745 Sq Ft

Which Stafford neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Stafford with the most apartments available are Kirkwood, Sugar Ridge and Stafford Oaks .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Kirkwood
$1,607/month
775 Sq Ft
Sugar Ridge
$1,621/month
774 Sq Ft
Stafford Oaks
$1,246/month
745 Sq Ft
Fountain Lake
$1,304/month
733 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

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

Because the average rent in Stafford is $1,324, you’ll want to make about $4,413 per month or $52,956 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

Stafford, TX

889 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Stafford, 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

Stafford Oaks

Stafford, TX

Sugar Ridge

Stafford, TX

Studio
-
-
One Bedroom
$1,161/month
-
Two Bedroom
$1,400/month
-
Three Bedroom
$1,584/month
-
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

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

  • Missouri City

    Missouri City

    Avg Rent: $1,317/month

  • Sugar Land

    Sugar Land

    Avg Rent: $1,346/month

  • Fresno

    Fresno

    Avg Rent: $1,449/month

  • Bellaire

    Bellaire

    Avg Rent: $1,313/month

Apartment Communities in Stafford We Think You'll Love

Davy

Davy

11117 Signal Way,
Stafford, TX 77477

Studio - 3 Beds | $1,454 - $4,220

Filament

Filament

11109 Signal Way,
Stafford, TX 77477

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,367 - $2,813

Lenox at The Grid

Lenox at The Grid

11111 Nexus Ave,
Stafford, TX 77477

1-3 Beds | $1,484 - $3,310

Stafford Run Apartments

Stafford Run Apartments

550 Stafford Run,
Stafford, TX 77477

1-2 Beds | $1,029 - $1,249

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Stafford?

The average rent in Stafford is $1,324 per month, which is 20.4% lower than the national average of $1,664.

What is the average rent for a house in Stafford?

The average rent for a house in Stafford, TX is $2,045 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Stafford?

Rents in Stafford, TX are decreasing, with prices down 0.6% year-over-year and $8 less per month.

What rent range is most common in Stafford?

In Stafford, TX, 68% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Texas Stafford 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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