Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on October 31, 2026
Average rent in
Denton, TX
Average rent in
Last updated on October 31, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Denton, TX rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $1,650/month. Month over month, rent slipped 0.7% as prices eased recently.
Compared to national trends
Denton is 13.2% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering a more accessible market for renters. The city has 620 total rentals available.
Price ranges
Studios rent for $800/month, 1-bedrooms for $999/month, and 2-bedrooms for $1,399/month, with 3-bedrooms at $1,995/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,400/month. The 2-bedroom median is a key reference point for many renters.
Median rent
Median rent in Denton
$1,650/mo
vs previous year
The average rent in Denton 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 Denton
620
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Denton rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Denton, TX
Average rent prices in Denton have decreased by 1% over the last month and have remained the same 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
Denton, TX
Rent prices in Denton vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Denton is $1,258, whereas a house costs $2,100. 1-bedroom apartments in Denton run $1,007 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,375.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $800 |  7% | 10% | |
1 bedroom | $999 |  6% | 9% | |
2 bedroom | $1,399 | 1% | 4% | |
3 bedroom | $1,995 | 3% | No Change | |
4 bedroom | $2,400 | 2% | 4% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Northwood | $1,775 | |
Southridge | $1,575 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,258 | 1% | 1% | |
Condos | $1,450 | 7% | 6% | |
Houses | $2,100 | 1% | No Change | |
Rooms | $790 | 1% | 16% |
Studio
Average rent
$800
Last 30 days
7%
Last year
10%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$999
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
9%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,399
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
4%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,995
Last 30 days
3%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,400
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
4%
Northwood
Average rent
$1,775
Southridge
Average rent
$1,575
Apartments
Average rent
$1,258
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
1%
Condos
Average rent
$1,450
Last 30 days
7%
Last year
6%
Houses
Average rent
$2,100
Last 30 days
1%
Rooms
Average rent
$790
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
16%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Denton, 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 Denton, TX compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Denton and Addison by all bedroom counts and property types.
Denton
13%lower than the national median
5%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Denton, TX is 9% lower than the median rent in Addison, TX.
Average rent in nearby cities
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1%$1,949
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5%$2,565
7%$1,899
4%$2,250
4%$1,905
8%$2,300
$2,800
3%$2,263
10%Cost of living in Denton, 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 | 1% higher |
| Groceries | 2% lower |
| Health | 8% lower |
| Housing | 16% lower |
| Transportation | 2% lower |
| Utilities | 5% higher |
Discover rentals in Denton, TX
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Denton
Margie St, Denton, TX 76201
1 bed
1 bath
$625
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
Apartment for rent in Denton
2418 W Prairie St #1, Denton, TX 76201
1 bed
1 bath
$680
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
1004 W Mulberry St, Denton, TX 76201
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$750–$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
5d+ ago
213 Mounts Ave, Denton, TX 76201
2 beds
1 bath
$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.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Denton
211 Goodson Way #NA, Denton, TX 76207
4 beds
3 baths
$12,750
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 Nov 27
5d+ ago
House for rent in Denton
109 Meadowlands Dr, Denton, TX 76210
4 beds
3.5 baths
$6,375
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
House for rent in Denton
2307 N Elm St #NA, Denton, TX 76201
5 beds
3 baths
$5,000
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 Jan 4
17h ago
House for rent in Denton
609 Seville Rd, Denton, TX 76205
5 beds
4.5 baths
$4,750
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
11h ago
Verified
2401 Linden Dr, Denton, TX 76201
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,450–$2,405
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
16h ago
Verified
4600 E Mckinney St, Denton, TX 76208
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,460–$2,049
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
14h ago
Verified
3500 Quail Creek Dr, Denton, TX 76208
1–4 beds
1–2 baths
$999–$1,699
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
18h ago
Verified
2211 W Hickory St, Denton, TX 76201
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$795–$1,295
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
16h ago
Verified
4600 E Mckinney St, Denton, TX 76208
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,460–$2,049
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
18h ago
Verified
2211 W Hickory St, Denton, TX 76201
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$795–$1,295
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
Verified
301 Coronado Dr, Denton, TX 76209
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,058–$1,818
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 31
1d ago
Verified
307 N Loop 288, Denton, TX 76209
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$870–$1,798
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
11h ago
Verified
2401 Linden Dr, Denton, TX 76201
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,450–$2,405
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
16h ago
Verified
4600 E Mckinney St, Denton, TX 76208
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,460–$2,049
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
14h ago
Verified
3500 Quail Creek Dr, Denton, TX 76208
1–4 beds
1–2 baths
$999–$1,699
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
1821 Westminster St, Denton, TX 76205
1 bed
1 bath
$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.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Denton, TX
Quick answers to common questions about the Denton rental market.
How much is rent in Denton?
The average rent in Denton is $1,650 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Denton?
Average rent prices in Denton have decreased by 1% over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
How does Denton rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Denton 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 Denton?
To comfortably afford rent in Denton, 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 Denton?
October offers the best rental deals in Denton with the lowest rents of the year, while February sees peak pricing with approximately a 7% difference between the highest and lowest 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).