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Last updated on November 1, 2026
Average rent in
Brownsville, TX
Average rent in
Last updated on November 1, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
Where Brownsville rent stands today
Brownsville, TX rent rose 10.0% year over year, with a current median of $1,650/month. Renters today are paying $150 more per month on average than last year, reaching the peak rent level for the city in October 2026.
Compared to national trends
Brownsville sits 13.2% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering a more accessible market for renters despite recent rent increases and a total of 137 total rentals.
Price ranges
Studios in Brownsville rent for $800/month, 1-bedrooms for $914/month, and 2-bedrooms for $1,068/month, while larger units like 3-bedrooms and 4+ bedrooms reach $1,800 and $2,325 respectively. The 3-bedroom median rent is $1,800/month, showing variation across unit sizes.
What you'll pay
Houses command a median rent of $1,950/month compared to $1,030/month for apartments in Brownsville, TX. This reflects the higher cost of single-family homes versus apartments in the local rental market.
Median rent
Median rent in Brownsville
$1,650/mo
10%vs previous year
The average rent in Brownsville is $1,650 per month as of October 2026. This is 13% below the national average rent, or $250 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Brownsville
137
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Brownsville rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Brownsville, TX
Average rent prices in Brownsville have increased by 3% over the last month and have increased by 10% 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
Brownsville, TX
Rent prices in Brownsville vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Brownsville is $1,030, whereas a house costs $1,950. 1-bedroom apartments in Brownsville run $847 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $975.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $800 | No Change |  80% | |
1 bedroom | $914 | 5% | 15% | |
2 bedroom | $1,068 | 6% | 2% | |
3 bedroom | $1,800 | No Change | No Change | |
4 bedroom | $2,325 | No Change | 3% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Downtown Brownsville | $1,372 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,030 | 3% | 15% | |
Condos | $1,325 | No Change | 9% | |
Houses | $1,950 | 5% | 7% |
Studio
Average rent
$800
Last year
80%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$914
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
15%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,068
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
2%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,800
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,325
Last year
3%
Downtown Brownsville
Average rent
$1,372
Apartments
Average rent
$1,030
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
15%
Condos
Average rent
$1,325
Last year
9%
Houses
Average rent
$1,950
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
7%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Brownsville, 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 Brownsville, TX compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Brownsville and Edinburg by all bedroom counts and property types.
Brownsville
13%lower than the national median
45%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Brownsville, TX is 57% higher than the median rent in Edinburg, TX.
Average rent in nearby cities
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4%$2,397
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4%$1,200
8%$1,700
7%$1,150
3%$2,300
15%$887
10%$1,250
9%$2,500
38%$1,067
3%Cost of living in Brownsville, 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 | 8% lower |
| Groceries | 13% lower |
| Health | 8% lower |
| Housing | 26% lower |
| Transportation | 3% higher |
| Utilities | 21% lower |
Discover rentals in Brownsville, TX
7h ago
306 W Saint Francis St, Brownsville, TX 78520
1 bed
1 bath
$650
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
4d ago
1007 W Saint Charles St, Brownsville, TX 78520
2 beds
1 bath
$700
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
54 S Price Rd, Brownsville, TX 78521
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$760–$1,050
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
3d ago
600 Lakeside Blvd Apt 1a, Brownsville, TX 78520
2 beds
1 bath
$775
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 Brownsville
3 beds
3 baths
$3,400
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
Apartment for rent in Brownsville
174 Duncan Rd, Brownsville, TX 78526
2 beds
0.5 baths
$3,000
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 Brownsville
3072 Resaca Vista Dr #NA, Brownsville, TX 78526
3 beds
3.5 baths
$2,800
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.House for rent
Available Oct 21
2d ago
House for rent in Brownsville
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,700
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
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$1,900
Price dropped $100Fees 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 Oct 10
2d ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$2,100
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.House for rent
Available Sep 28
2h ago
2515 Gamez Dr, Brownsville, TX 78526
1 bed
2 baths
$1,300
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
19h ago
1904 Central Blvd, Brownsville, TX 78520
1 bed
1 bath
$850
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
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$1,900
Price dropped $100Fees 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 Oct 10
2d ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$2,100
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.House for rent
Available Sep 28
2h ago
2515 Gamez Dr, Brownsville, TX 78526
1 bed
2 baths
$1,300
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
1d ago
3775 Boca Chica Blvd, Brownsville, TX 78521
2 beds
1 bath
$840
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
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$1,900
Price dropped $100Fees 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 Oct 10
6h ago
1750 N Illinois Ave, Brownsville, TX 78521
1 bed
1 bath
$845
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
7h ago
House for rent in Brownsville
1032 Juan Diego St, Brownsville, TX 78526
3 beds
2 baths
$1,550
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
7h ago
306 W Saint Francis St, Brownsville, TX 78520
1 bed
1 bath
$650
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
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Frequently asked questions for Brownsville, TX
Quick answers to common questions about the Brownsville rental market.
How much is rent in Brownsville?
The average rent in Brownsville is $1,650 per month as of October 31, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Brownsville?
Average rent prices in Brownsville have increased by 3% over the last month and have increased by 10% since last year.
How does Brownsville rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Brownsville is 13% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $250 less per month.
What salary do I need to afford rent in Brownsville?
To comfortably afford rent in Brownsville, you'd need to earn approximately $66,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Brownsville?
December offers the lowest rents in Brownsville with approximately 8% savings compared to June's peak prices, while May and November see less competitive conditions with lower demand.
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).