Last updated on September 1, 2026

Average rent in
Alton, TX

Key takeaways for renters

  • Where Alton rent stands today

    Alton, TX rent rose 2.1% year over year, with a current median of $1,098/month. Renters are paying $13 more per month on average than last year, while month-to-month rent is essentially flat.

  • Compared to national trends

    Alton sits 42.5% more affordable than the $1,910/month national median, making it an accessible market for renters seeking value. The city offers 95 total rentals, mostly apartments.

  • Price ranges

    Studios in Alton run around $1,200/month, 1-bedrooms around $822/month, 2-bedrooms around $1,075/month, 3-bedrooms around $1,162/month, and 4+ bedrooms around $2,000/month. The 2-bed and 3-bed units make up most of the inventory.

  • Neighborhood spotlight

    The 1 Bed segment in Alton, TX climbed 26.3% year over year, diverging from the citywide rise of 2.1%. This segment's increase shows a distinct trend within the broader market.

Median rent

Median rent in Alton

$1,097/mo

increased by2%

vs previous year

The average rent in Alton is $1,097 per month as of August 2026. This is 43% below the national average rent, or $812 less per month.

$1.00

average price per square foot

Total rentals

Available rentals in Alton

95

for rent on Zumper.com as of August 2026

Rent price distribution

Share of Alton rentals at each price point

95%71%48%24%0%
$0 - $750
$751 - $1,500
$1,501 - $2,250
$2,251 - $3,000
$3,001+

Rent trends in Alton, TX

Average rent prices in Alton have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 2% 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 Alton, TX

Rent prices in Alton vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Alton is $1,075, whereas a house costs $1,500. 1-bedroom apartments in Alton run $875 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,050.

Listings

Studio

$1,200

No Change

-

1 bedroom

$822

2%

16%

2 bedroom

$1,075

3%

9%

3 bedroom

$1,162

3%

1%

4 bedroom

$2,000

30%

1%

Studio

Average rent

$1,200

1 bedroom

Average rent

$822

Last 30 days

2%

Last year

16%

2 bedroom

Average rent

$1,075

Last 30 days

3%

Last year

9%

3 bedroom

Average rent

$1,162

Last 30 days

3%

Last year

1%

4 bedroom

Average rent

$2,000

Last 30 days

30%

Last year

1%

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

Compare median rent prices in Alton and Alamo by all bedroom counts and property types.

Alton

Median rent price$1,097
decreased by43%

lower than the national median

Median rent price$1,225
decreased by36%

lower than the national median

Takeaway

The median rent for all rentals in Alton, TX is 10% lower than the median rent in Alamo, TX.

Average rent in nearby cities

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Discover rentals in Alton, TX

817 S Michigan St #2 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Townhouse for rent in Alton

$700 - 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom Apartment In Alton With Great Amenities

817 S Michigan St #2, Alton, TX 78573

2 beds

1.5 baths

$700

House for rent

Available Aug 28

3102 E Diamondhead Ave #1 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Alton

$850- 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Apartment In Alton With Great Amenities

3102 E Diamondhead Ave #1, Alton, TX 78573

2 beds

2 baths

$850

Apartment for rent

Available Aug 8

209 N Bluebonnet St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Alton

APARTMENT - Alton, TX

209 N Bluebonnet St, Alton, TX 78573

2 beds

2 baths

$850

Apartment for rent

3004 E Diamondhead Ave #C - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Alton

APARTMENT - Alton, TX

3004 E Diamondhead Ave #C, Alton, TX 78573

2 beds

2 baths

$885

Apartment for rent

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Frequently asked questions for Alton, TX

Quick answers to common questions about the Alton rental market.

How much is rent in Alton?

The average rent in Alton is $1,097 per month as of August 29, 2026.

Is rent up or down in Alton?

Average rent prices in Alton have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 2% since last year.

How does Alton rent compare to the national average?

Rent in Alton is 43% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $812 less per month.

What salary do I need to afford rent in Alton?

To comfortably afford rent in Alton, you'd need to earn approximately $44,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.

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

April offers the best rental prices in Alton, with rents running about 8% lower than October's peak season. May and July tend to be more competitive with higher demand relative to available inventory.

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).

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3405 E Zinnia Ave, Alton, TX 78573, USA
817 S Michigan St, Alton, TX 78573, USA
818 S Missouri St, Alton, TX 78573, USA
909 N Maryland St, Alton, TX 78573, USA
909 W Kohala Ave, Alton, TX 78573, USA
2511 E Franklin Ave, Alton, TX 78573, USA
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