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Last updated on October 29, 2026
Average rent in
Corpus Christi, TX
Average rent in
Last updated on October 29, 2026
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Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Corpus Christi rent stands today
Corpus Christi, TX rent slipped 6.2% year over year, with a current median of $1,500/month. Renters today are paying $100 less per month on average than last year, despite a 5.1% month-over-month increase in October 2026.
Compared to national trends
Corpus Christi sits 21.1% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, providing a more accessible market for renters seeking value.
Price ranges
Studios in Corpus Christi rent for around $778/month, 1-bedrooms for $999/month, and 2-bedrooms for $1,250/month, while 3-bedrooms reach $1,895/month and 4+ bedrooms $2,500/month. This range reflects the variety of bedroom sizes available to renters.
Median rent
Median rent in Corpus Christi
$1,500/mo
6%vs previous year
The average rent in Corpus Christi is $1,500 per month as of October 2026. This is 21% below the national average rent, or $400 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Corpus Christi
750
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Corpus Christi rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Corpus Christi, TX
Average rent prices in Corpus Christi have increased by 5% over the last month and have decreased 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
Corpus Christi, TX
Rent prices in Corpus Christi vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Corpus Christi is $1,101, whereas a house costs $2,000. 1-bedroom apartments in Corpus Christi run $978 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,200.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $778 | No Change | 4% | |
1 bedroom | $999 | No Change | No Change | |
2 bedroom | $1,250 |  2% | No Change | |
3 bedroom | $1,895 | No Change | No Change | |
4 bedroom | $2,500 | 1% | 1% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Bay Area | $1,502 | |
Calallen | $1,850 | |
Central City | $1,150 | |
Flour Bluff | $1,495 | |
N A S | $1,669 | |
Northwest Corpus Christi | $1,250 | |
Padre Island | $2,325 | |
South Side | $1,650 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,101 | 2% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,800 | 6% | 13% | |
Houses | $2,000 | No Change | No Change | |
Rooms | $681 | - | - |
Studio
Average rent
$778
Last year
4%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$999
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
No Change
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,250
Last 30 days
2%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,895
Last year
No Change
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,500
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
1%
South Side
Average rent
$1,650
Bay Area
Average rent
$1,502
Central City
Average rent
$1,150
Padre Island
Average rent
$2,325
Flour Bluff
Average rent
$1,495
Northwest Corpus Christi
Average rent
$1,250
Calallen
Average rent
$1,850
N A S
Average rent
$1,669
Apartments
Average rent
$1,101
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
No Change
Condos
Average rent
$1,800
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
13%
Houses
Average rent
$2,000
Last 30 days
No Change
Rooms
Average rent
$681
The table above reflects average rent prices in Corpus Christi, 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 Corpus Christi, TX compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Corpus Christi and Aransas Pass by all bedroom counts and property types.
Corpus Christi
21%lower than the national median
45%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Corpus Christi, TX is 44% higher than the median rent in Aransas Pass, TX.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
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9%$874
27%$1,000
5%$850
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20%$1,049
15%$948
12%$1,950
5%$1,289
19%$1,850
87%$1,111
3%$1,099
5%Cost of living in Corpus Christi, 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 | 12% lower |
| Groceries | 6% lower |
| Health | 7% lower |
| Housing | 28% lower |
| Transportation | 1% lower |
| Utilities | 5% lower |
Discover rentals in Corpus Christi, TX
1d ago
725 Villa Dr, Corpus Christi, TX 78408
1–2 beds
1 bath
$550–$699
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
637 Mohawk St, Corpus Christi, TX 78405
1 bed
1 bath
$630
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
3302 Up River Rd, Corpus Christi, TX 78408
1–2 beds
1 bath
$649–$699
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
Central City apartment for rent in Corpus Christi
1 bed
1 bath
$649
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
Calallen house for rent in Corpus Christi
4517 River Park Dr, Corpus Christi, TX 78410
5 beds
4 baths
$6,000
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.House for rent
5d+ ago
Padre Island house for rent in Corpus Christi
13733 A La Entrada St, Corpus Christi, TX 78418
3 beds
2.5 baths
$6,000
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.House for rent
5d+ ago
Flour Bluff house for rent in Corpus Christi
1638 Cantera Trl, Corpus Christi, TX 78418
5 beds
3.5 baths
$5,500
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
Flour Bluff house for rent in Corpus Christi
2445 Laguna Shores Rd, Corpus Christi, TX 78418
4 beds
4.5 baths
$5,500
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
2d ago
Verified
3701 Cimarron Blvd, Corpus Christi, TX 78414
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$799–$1,514
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
1h ago
Verified
2921 Airline Rd, Corpus Christi, TX 78414
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,084–$2,250
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
3h ago
Verified
4602 Ocean Dr, Corpus Christi, TX 78412
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,678–$3,296
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
6901 Saratoga Blvd, Corpus Christi, TX 78414
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,209–$1,805
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
3h ago
Verified
6701 Everhart Rd, Corpus Christi, TX 78413
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$700–$1,325
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 24
18h ago
Verified
6433 S Staples St, Corpus Christi, TX 78413
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$730–$1,524
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 29
2d ago
Verified
3701 Cimarron Blvd, Corpus Christi, TX 78414
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$799–$1,514
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
Verified
8033 S Padre Island Dr, Corpus Christi, TX 78412
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$811–$1,341
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
10h ago
Verified
6925 S Padre Island Dr, Corpus Christi, TX 78412
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$755–$1,620
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 30
3h ago
Verified
6701 Everhart Rd, Corpus Christi, TX 78413
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$700–$1,325
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 24
10h ago
Verified
5502 Saratoga Blvd, Corpus Christi, TX 78413
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$705–$1,691
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Jul 25
18h ago
Verified
6433 S Staples St, Corpus Christi, TX 78413
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$730–$1,524
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 29
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Frequently asked questions for Corpus Christi, TX
Quick answers to common questions about the Corpus Christi rental market.
How much is rent in Corpus Christi?
The average rent in Corpus Christi is $1,500 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Corpus Christi?
Average rent prices in Corpus Christi have increased by 5% over the last month and have decreased by 6% since last year.
How does Corpus Christi rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Corpus Christi is 21% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $400 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Corpus Christi?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Corpus Christi are Central City ($1,150/mo), Northwest Corpus Christi ($1,250/mo), and Flour Bluff ($1,495/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Corpus Christi?
To comfortably afford rent in Corpus Christi, you'd need to earn approximately $60,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Corpus Christi?
Based on our July 2026 rent data, April offers the lowest rental prices in Corpus Christi, with rents running about 5.4% lower than December's peak season. July sees the highest competition with stronger 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).