Average Rent in Dallas, TX

Apartments & Houses by Size

Rentometer, Inc. | Data as of 11/10/2026

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Current rent in Dallas (all property types)

  • $1,345 Studio
  • $1,389 1 Bedroom
  • $2,154 2 Bedroom
  • $2,824 3 Bedroom
  • $4,062 4+ Bedroom

Dallas boasts a dynamic rental market that reflects the cityโ€™s vibrant growth and diverse neighborhoods. From the soaring skyline of Downtown and the trendy streets of Uptown to the historic charm of Oakโ€ฏCliff and the artistic vibe of Deepโ€ฏEllum, renters can choose from a mix of modern highโ€‘rise apartments, classic singleโ€‘family homes, and renovated lofts. The cityโ€™s extensive transit network, including DART light rail and major highway corridors, makes commuting across the metro area convenient, while nearby attractions such as the Dallas Arts District, Klydeโ€ฏWarren Park, and the Bishopโ€ฏArts Center enhance the urban lifestyle.

Rental pricing in Dallas remains competitive across property types. Studio apartments commonly sit in the lowโ€‘$1300s, while oneโ€‘bedroom units often range between $1500 and $1700, with median rents hovering around $1500. Twoโ€‘bedroom apartments typically fall in the $1900โ€‘$2300 bracket, and larger threeโ€‘plus bedroom units can exceed $3000, reflecting a median near $2200. For those preferring a house, oneโ€‘bedroom homes are found in the $1300โ€‘$1400 range, twoโ€‘bedroom houses around $2000, and threeโ€‘bedroom properties often sit near $2300. Premium fourโ€‘plus bedroom homes, especially in soughtโ€‘after suburbs, reach the $3000โ€‘$4500 spectrum.

Beyond numbers, Dallas offers a rich blend of cultural, culinary, and recreational options that attract a broad spectrum of renters. Proximity to topโ€‘rated schools, bustling employment hubs, and leisure destinations like the Dallas Zoo, White Rock Lake, and the burgeoning food scene make the city an appealing place to call home. Whether youโ€™re seeking a sleek downtown apartment or a spacious family house in a leafy community, Dallasโ€™s rental landscape provides flexible choices to suit a variety of lifestyles.

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Dallas Rent by Property Type & Bedroom Count

Averages, medians, and ranges across recent rental listings

Property Type Bedrooms Average Median Min – Max 25th – 75th
Apartment Studio $1,224 $1,193 $795 – $2,400 $1,020 – $1,348
Apartment 1 Bedroom $1,396 $1,285 $693 – $3,576 $1,019 – $1,550
Apartment 2 Bedroom $2,120 $1,858 $885 – $10,800 $1,439 – $2,298
Apartment 3 Bedroom $2,666 $2,365 $1,249 – $5,909 $1,908 – $3,257
Apartment 4+ Bedroom $3,663 $2,250 $900 – $10,000 $1,986 – $4,595
House 1 Bedroom $1,203 $1,049 $800 – $2,100 $995 – $1,075
House 2 Bedroom $2,241 $2,000 $1,495 – $5,195 $1,699 – $2,595
House 3 Bedroom $2,856 $2,350 $1,550 – $9,995 $2,000 – $3,400
House 4+ Bedroom $4,096 $3,045 $1,500 – $10,499 $2,399 – $5,000

Current rent in Dallas (all property types)

  • $1,345 Studio
  • $1,389 1 Bedroom
  • $2,154 2 Bedroom
  • $2,824 3 Bedroom
  • $4,062 4+ Bedroom
ACS 2020โ€“2024 5-year estimates: median gross rent $1,472

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Area Profile

Demographic & economic context for this area

Demographics

$70,518
Median household income
33.4
Median age
38.2%
Bachelor’s degree or higher
16.7%
Poverty rate
1,307,930
Population
533,915
Households

Housing

$320,700
Median home value
$5,075
Median property tax
1.45%
Effective property tax rate
57.6%
Renter share
9.5%
Vacancy rate
49.2%
Cost-burdened renters
590,237
Housing units
307,300
Renter households
10.2%
Rental vacancy rate
46.9%
Units in 5+ unit buildings
1981
Median year built

Investor ratios

Derived from the ACS medians above — the typical unit in this area, not a specific property

5.51%
Gross rent yield
18.2
Price-to-rent ratio
25.0%
Rent-to-income

Race & ethnicity

  • White 35.0%
  • Black 23.2%
  • Hispanic 42.6%
  • Asian 3.9%

Commute

25.7 min average

Rent trend & yield

Derived from Rentometer listings, trailing 365 days (computed Nov 7, 2026) and ACS 2020โ€“2024 5-year estimates

โ†‘ +4.3%
Median rent, year over year
7.34%
Gross rent yield
33.4%
Rent-to-income
+33.2%
Asking rent vs. Census gross rent

New construction

Residential units permitted in 2025 (Census Building Permits Survey)

6,993
Units permitted
2,026
Single-family
4,967
Multi-family (2+ units)
4,883
5+ unit buildings (rental supply)
71.0%
Multi-family share (of units permitted)
โ†‘ +15.8%
YoY vs. 2024

Economy

4.5%
Unemployment (August 2026)
โ†‘ +0.1 pts vs. 12mo ago
$1,821
Avg. weekly wage (Q4 2025)
โ†‘ 3.9% YoY
1,851,186
Avg. employment (Q4 2025)
โ†‘ 0.1% YoY

Housing affordability

45.0%
Cost-burdened renters (paying >30% of income on housing)
21.2%
Severely cost-burdened (paying >50% of income on housing)
80.7%
Cost-burdened low-income renters (households at or below 50% of area median income)

Source: Rentometer listings (Rentometer listings, trailing 365 days (computed Nov 7, 2026)) ยท U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020โ€“2024 5-year estimates ยท U.S. Census Bureau Building Permits Survey, 2025 ยท U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, LAUS August 2026 ยท U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, QCEW Q4 2025 ยท HUD CHAS, CHAS 2018โ€“2022


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