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Last updated on November 13, 2026
Average rent in
Abilene, TX
Average rent in
Last updated on November 13, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Abilene rent stands today
Abilene, TX rent rose 47.1% year over year, with a current median of $2,199/month. Renters today are paying $704 more per month on average than last year, extending the market's climb to a new peak this November.
Compared to national trends
Abilene runs 15.7% more expensive than the $1,900/month national median, positioning it above average in cost among U.S. metros despite its smaller inventory of 267 total rentals.
Price ranges
In Abilene, 1-bedrooms rent for $1,088/month, 2-bedrooms for $1,495/month, 3-bedrooms for $2,495/month, and 4+ bedrooms for $3,495/month, with houses at $2,495/month and apartments at $1,400/month. The market is dominated by houses, which make up 72.7% of rentals, and 3-bedroom units, which account for 55.5% of inventory.
Neighborhood spotlight
Original Town South rents climbed 51.5% year over year to $1,500/month, while Buck Creek Area saw a decline of 42.5% to $1,695/month. These neighborhood moves contrast with the citywide 47.1% rise and show significant local variation.
Median rent
Median rent in Abilene
$2,199/mo
47%vs previous year
The average rent in Abilene is $2,199 per month as of November 2026. This is 16% above the national average rent, or $299 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Abilene
267
for rent on Zumper.com as of November 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Abilene rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Abilene, TX
Average rent prices in Abilene have increased by 5% over the last month and have increased by 47% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Abilene, TX
Rent prices in Abilene vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Abilene is $1,400, whereas a house costs $2,495. 1-bedroom apartments in Abilene run $1,100 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,350.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 bedroom | $1,087 |  4% | 21% | |
2 bedroom | $1,495 | No Change | 17% | |
3 bedroom | $2,495 | No Change | 39% | |
4 bedroom | $3,495 | 14% | 67% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Abilene Heights Area | $2,549 | |
Chimney Rock Area | $2,895 | |
Cobb Park Area | $1,550 | |
Elmwood Area | $1,822 | |
Far Southside | $2,995 | |
Over Place Area | $1,495 | |
Park Central Area | $2,300 | |
Red Bud Area | $2,125 | |
Sears Park Area | $1,695 | |
Westwood Richland | $1,800 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,400 | 5% | 35% | |
Condos | $2,800 | 59% | - | |
Houses | $2,495 | No Change | 51% |
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,087
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
21%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,495
Last year
17%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,495
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
39%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$3,495
Last 30 days
14%
Last year
67%
Abilene Heights Area
Average rent
$2,549
Far Southside
Average rent
$2,995
Park Central Area
Average rent
$2,300
Over Place Area
Average rent
$1,495
Chimney Rock Area
Average rent
$2,895
Elmwood Area
Average rent
$1,822
Red Bud Area
Average rent
$2,125
Westwood Richland
Average rent
$1,800
Sears Park Area
Average rent
$1,695
Cobb Park Area
Average rent
$1,550
Apartments
Average rent
$1,400
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
35%
Condos
Average rent
$2,800
Last 30 days
59%
Houses
Average rent
$2,495
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
51%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Abilene, TX, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Abilene, TX compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Abilene and Breckenridge by all bedroom counts and property types.
Abilene
16%higher than the national median
32%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Abilene, TX is 70% higher than the median rent in Breckenridge, TX.
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30%Cost of living in Abilene, TX
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 2% lower |
| Groceries | 5% lower |
| Health | 4% lower |
| Housing | 36% lower |
| Transportation | 1% lower |
| Utilities | 2% higher |
Discover rentals in Abilene, TX
5d+ ago
1250 Yeomans Rd, Abilene, TX 79602
1 bed
1 bath
$788
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
1111 Musken Rd, Abilene, TX 79601
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$880–$1,250
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Cobb Park Area house for rent in Abilene
2218 State St, Abilene, TX 79603
2 beds
1 bath
$950
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
2d ago
3549 Curry Ln, Abilene, TX 79606
1–2 beds
1 bath
$976–$1,275
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Abilene
3509 Silver Springs Ct, Abilene, TX 79602
5 beds
3 baths
$12,750
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available May 1
5d+ ago
South Treadaway Area house for rent in Abilene
2832 Waterside Dr, Abilene, TX 79602
5 beds
3 baths
$12,750
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Aug 17
5d+ ago
Sears Park Area house for rent in Abilene
2601 N Willis St, Abilene, TX 79603
4 beds
3 baths
$9,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
Far Southside house for rent in Abilene
3 beds
2 baths
$7,900
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
2h ago
Verified
5249 Us Highway 277 S, Abilene, TX 79605
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,287–$1,515
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1315 Musken Rd, Abilene, TX 79601
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,200
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1250 Yeomans Rd, Abilene, TX 79602
1 bed
1 bath
$788
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
24m ago
Verified
1701 Denali Dr, Abilene, TX 79606
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
Call for price
Apartment for rent
2h ago
Verified
5249 Us Highway 277 S, Abilene, TX 79605
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,287–$1,515
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
24m ago
Verified
1701 Denali Dr, Abilene, TX 79606
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
Call for price
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1315 Musken Rd, Abilene, TX 79601
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,200
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
1d ago
2400 Buffalo Gap Rd, Abilene, TX 79605
3 beds
2 baths
$1,350–$1,495
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
1111 Musken Rd, Abilene, TX 79601
1 bed
1 bath
$880
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
24m ago
Verified
1701 Denali Dr, Abilene, TX 79606
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
Call for price
Apartment for rent
3h ago
House for rent in Abilene
3765 Trinity Ln, Abilene, TX 79602
3 beds
2 baths
$2,195
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
9h ago
Elmwood Area house for rent in Abilene
3 beds
2 baths
$1,895
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Abilene, TX
Quick answers to common questions about the Abilene rental market.
How much is rent in Abilene?
The average rent in Abilene is $2,199 per month as of November 7, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Abilene?
Average rent prices in Abilene have increased by 5% over the last month and have increased by 47% since last year.
How does Abilene rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Abilene is 16% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $299 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Abilene?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Abilene are Over Place Area ($1,495/mo), Cobb Park Area ($1,550/mo), and Sears Park Area ($1,695/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Abilene?
To comfortably afford rent in Abilene, you'd need to earn approximately $88,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Abilene?
February offers the best rental deals in Abilene with the lowest rents of the year, while December sees the highest prices with roughly a 34% difference between these months.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).