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Rental Market Trends in Tomball, TX

Updated August 2026

The average rent in Tomball, TX is $1,279/month.

Rent in Tomball is 23% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,279/month

Average Rent

735 Sq Ft

Average Size

+2.3%

Change / Year

1,609

Available Apartments

Tomball rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Tomball average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Tomball average $1,279 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Tomball average $1,552 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Tomball average $1,990 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,279/month
735 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,552/month
1,071 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,990/month
1,370 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,258/month
1,857 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$3,261/month
2,670 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,852/month
1,979 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,630/month
1,496 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Tomball, TX?

In the past year, rent has increased by 2.3%, which averages out to $30 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

August 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Tomball, TX

August 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Tomball, TX
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
3% $700 - $1,000/month
61% $1,001 - $1,500/month
27% $1,501 - $2,000/month
9% Above $2,000/month

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

Because the average rent in Tomball is $1,279, you’ll want to make about $4,263 per month or $51,156 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

Tomball, TX

1,609 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Tomball, 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.

  • Magnolia

    Magnolia

    Avg Rent: $1,256/month

  • The Woodlands

    The Woodlands

    Avg Rent: $1,435/month

  • Cypress

    Cypress

    Avg Rent: $1,385/month

  • Hockley

    Hockley

    Avg Rent: $1,455/month

  • Spring

    Spring

    Avg Rent: $1,268/month

  • Shenandoah

    Shenandoah

    Avg Rent: $1,677/month

  • Jersey Village

    Jersey Village

    Avg Rent: $1,080/month

Apartment Communities in Tomball We Think You'll Love

THE ABBEY AT PRESERVE WAY

THE ABBEY AT PRESERVE WAY

8627 Hufsmith Rd,
Tomball, TX 77375

1-3 Beds | $1,328 - $2,524

Stone Loch Apartments

Stone Loch Apartments

10921 Boudreaux Rd,
Tomball, TX 77375

1-3 Beds | $1,216 - $2,005

Waterford Trails

Waterford Trails

21201 Emerald Mist Pky,
Spring, TX 77379

1-3 Beds | $1,105 - $2,315

Tricon Willow Creek

Tricon Willow Creek

9531 Farm to Market 2920,
Tomball, TX 77375

3-4 Beds | $2,119 - $3,431

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Tomball?

The average rent in Tomball is $1,279 per month, which is 23.1% lower than the national average of $1,664.

What is the average rent for a house in Tomball?

The average rent for a house in Tomball, TX is $2,258 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Tomball?

Rents in Tomball, TX are increasing, with prices up 2.3% year-over-year and $30 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Tomball?

In Tomball, TX, 61% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Texas Tomball 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 June 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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