Last updated on October 30, 2026

Average rent in
Allen, TX

Key takeaways for renters

  • Where Allen rent stands today

    Allen, TX rent rose 6.1% year over year, with a current median of $2,400/month. Renters today are paying $138 more per month on average than last year, with rents holding steady month to month after a recent peak in August 2026.

  • Allen runs 26.3% more expensive than the $1,900/month national median, placing it above average in cost among U.S. metros with 291 total rentals available.

  • Price ranges

    Studios in Allen rent for about $1,093/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,270/month, and 2-bedrooms near $1,850/month. Larger units include 3-bedrooms at $2,500/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,900/month, with houses commanding a median of $2,700/month versus apartments at $1,669/month.

  • Neighborhood spotlight

    Suncreek and Watters Crossing neighborhoods saw rents fall, down 39.7% and 37.9% year over year respectively, with rents at $1,803 and $1,852/month. This contrasts with the citywide rise of 6.1%, showing localized cooling in these areas.

Median rent

Median rent in Allen

$2,400/mo

increased by6%

vs previous year

The average rent in Allen is $2,400 per month as of October 2026. This is 26% above the national average rent, or $500 more per month.

$1.29

average price per square foot

Total rentals

Available rentals in Allen

291

for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026

Rent price distribution

Share of Allen rentals at each price point

70%53%35%18%0%
$0 - $1,500
$1,501 - $3,000
$3,001 - $4,500
$4,501 - $6,000
$6,001 - $50,000

Rent trends in Allen, TX

Average rent prices in Allen have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 6% 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 Allen, TX

Rent prices in Allen vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Allen is $1,669, whereas a house costs $2,700. 1-bedroom apartments in Allen run $1,315 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,825.

Listings

Studio

$1,093

No Change

1%

1 bedroom

$1,270

No Change

2%

2 bedroom

$1,850

1%

1%

3 bedroom

$2,500

No Change

7%

4 bedroom

$2,900

2%

2%

Studio

Average rent

$1,093

Last year

1%

1 bedroom

Average rent

$1,270

Last 30 days

No Change

Last year

2%

2 bedroom

Average rent

$1,850

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

1%

3 bedroom

Average rent

$2,500

Last year

7%

4 bedroom

Average rent

$2,900

Last 30 days

2%

Last year

2%

The table above reflects average rent prices in Allen, 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 Allen, TX compare to other cities?

Compare median rent prices in Allen and Addison by all bedroom counts and property types.

Allen

Median rent price$2,400
increased by26%

higher than the national median

Median rent price$1,809
decreased by5%

lower than the national median

Takeaway

The median rent for all rentals in Allen, TX is 33% higher than the median rent in Addison, TX.

Cost of living in Allen, 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 & Services16% lower
Groceries9% lower
Health4% higher
HousingNo difference
Transportation5% lower
Utilities18% higher

Discover rentals in Allen, TX

Eaves Twin Creeks - Photo 1 of 1
Rent special

1d ago

9.3

Excellent

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Eaves Twin Creeks

705 Bray Central Dr, Allen, TX 75013

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,183–$2,125

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.

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546 E Bethany Dr #2500 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Allen

reduced rents rent- graceful living in East Bethany Drive

546 E Bethany Dr #2500, Allen, TX 75002

2 beds

2 baths

$1,115

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.
Shadow Ridge Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

7.8

Very good

Shadow Ridge Apartments

550 E Bethany Dr, Allen, TX 75002

2 beds

1 bath

$1,150–$2,500

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.
331 S Jupiter Rd #815 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Allen

reduced rents apartmen in South Jupiter Road

331 S Jupiter Rd #815, Allen, TX 75002

2 beds

2 baths

$1,217

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.

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Frequently asked questions for Allen, TX

Quick answers to common questions about the Allen rental market.

How much is rent in Allen?

The average rent in Allen is $2,400 per month as of October 24, 2026.

Is rent up or down in Allen?

Average rent prices in Allen have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 6% since last year.

How does Allen rent compare to the national average?

Rent in Allen is 26% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $500 more per month.

Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Allen?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Allen are Watters Crossing ($1,851/mo), Windridge ($1,947/mo), and Cottonwood Bend ($1,968/mo).

What salary do I need to afford rent in Allen?

To comfortably afford rent in Allen, you'd need to earn approximately $96,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.

When is the best time of year to rent in Allen?

April offers the lowest rents in Allen, while November represents the least competitive period with reduced demand. These months could result in lower prices and less competition compared to July's peak rents.

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).

Apartments for rent in Allen