Bedroom count
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Last updated on November 10, 2026
Average rent in
El Paso, TX
Average rent in
Last updated on November 10, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where El Paso rent stands today
El Paso, TX rent rose 3.2% year over year, with a current median of $1,600/month. Renters today are paying $50 more per month on average than last year, with the current median just 3.1% below the recent peak in August 2026.
Compared to national trends
El Paso sits 15.8% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering a more accessible market for renters seeking value. The city has 836 total rentals available across a range of property types.
Price ranges
Studios in El Paso rent for $845/month, 1-bedrooms for $850/month, 2-bedrooms for $1,150/month, 3-bedrooms for $1,695/month, and 4+ bedrooms for $2,100/month. These bedroom tiers represent the range of rents across the city.
Neighborhood spotlight
East Bank rents in El Paso fell 66.7% year over year to $2,000/month across 26 rentals. This local decline contrasts with the citywide rent increase of 3.2%, marking a significant hyperlocal shift.
Median rent
Median rent in El Paso
$1,600/mo
3%vs previous year
The average rent in El Paso is $1,600 per month as of November 2026. This is 16% below the national average rent, or $300 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in El Paso
836
for rent on Zumper.com as of November 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of El Paso rentals at each price point
Rent trends in El Paso, TX
Average rent prices in El Paso have decreased by 3% over the last month and have increased by 3% 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
El Paso, TX
Rent prices in El Paso vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in El Paso is $1,049, whereas a house costs $1,835. 1-bedroom apartments in El Paso run $825 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,097.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $845 |  10% | 1% | |
1 bedroom | $850 | 1% | 6% | |
2 bedroom | $1,150 | 4% | 4% | |
3 bedroom | $1,695 | No Change | 3% | |
4 bedroom | $2,100 | 2% | 11% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Angel's Triangle | $849 | |
El Dorado East | $1,947 | |
El Paso High | $900 | |
Glen Cove | $1,350 | |
Lambka Park | $1,703 | |
Logan Heights | $800 | |
Morningside Heights | $1,045 | |
Stonehaven | $1,250 | |
Sunset Heights | $780 | |
Upper Mesa Hills | $1,462 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,049 | 4% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,350 | No Change | 4% | |
Houses | $1,835 | 1% | 5% | |
Rooms | $850 | 22% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$845
Last 30 days
10%
Last year
1%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$850
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
6%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,150
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
4%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,695
Last year
3%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,100
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
11%
Morningside Heights
Average rent
$1,045
El Paso High
Average rent
$900
Angel's Triangle
Average rent
$849
Upper Mesa Hills
Average rent
$1,462
Stonehaven
Average rent
$1,250
Logan Heights
Average rent
$800
Sunset Heights
Average rent
$780
Glen Cove
Average rent
$1,350
Lambka Park
Average rent
$1,703
El Dorado East
Average rent
$1,947
Apartments
Average rent
$1,049
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
No Change
Condos
Average rent
$1,350
Last year
4%
Houses
Average rent
$1,835
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
5%
Rooms
Average rent
$850
Last 30 days
22%
The table above reflects average rent prices in El Paso, 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 El Paso, TX compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in El Paso and Alamogordo by all bedroom counts and property types.
El Paso
16%lower than the national median
13%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in El Paso, TX is 3% lower than the median rent in Alamogordo, NM.
Average rent in nearby cities
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$1,650
3%$1,995
25%$1,835
1%$900
35%$2,000
11%$1,709
$1,300
46%$1,450
2%$1,200
7%$2,095
5%$1,595
$2,095
29%Cost of living in El Paso, 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 | 4% lower |
| Groceries | 3% lower |
| Health | 4% lower |
| Housing | 31% lower |
| Transportation | 4% higher |
| Utilities | 13% lower |
Discover rentals in El Paso, TX
5d+ ago
El Paso High house for rent in El Paso
1005 Arizona Ave, El Paso, TX 79902
1 bed
1 bath
$475
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
Available Sep 7
5d+ ago
Sunset Heights apartment for rent in El Paso
803 Upson Dr #2, El Paso, TX 79902
1 bed
1 bath
$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.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
El Paso High apartment for rent in El Paso
1001 E Nevada Ave #4-7, El Paso, TX 79902
2 beds
1 bath
$600
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
2h ago
4408 Sunrise Ave, El Paso, TX 79904
1–2 beds
1 bath
$670–$770
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
Apartment for rent in El Paso
PN-124414 Medusa Street, El Paso, TX 79928
Studio
0 baths
$95,000
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
Apartment for rent in El Paso
Lehigh Ln, El Paso, TX 79928
Studio
0 baths
$10,000
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
Lancaster apartment for rent in El Paso
Brandywine Rd, El Paso, TX 79907
Studio
0 baths
$7,900
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
5d+ ago
San Juan apartment for rent in El Paso
5538 E Paisano Dr, El Paso, TX 79905
Studio
0 baths
$5,950
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
18h ago
Verified
9375 Viscount Blvd, El Paso, TX 79925
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,345–$1,695
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
5249 Wren Ave, El Paso, TX 79924
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$800–$1,344
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
2d ago
Verified
4600 Fairbanks Dr, El Paso, TX 79924
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,054–$1,545
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
3d ago
Verified
9353 Viscount Blvd, El Paso, TX 79925
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$955
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
5249 Wren Ave, El Paso, TX 79924
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$800–$1,344
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
3d ago
Verified
200 N Mesa Hills Dr, El Paso, TX 79912
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$959–$1,069
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
5890 Bandolero Dr, El Paso, TX 79912
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,065
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
9375 Viscount Blvd, El Paso, TX 79925
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,345–$1,695
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
5249 Wren Ave, El Paso, TX 79924
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$800–$1,344
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
3d ago
Verified
9353 Viscount Blvd, El Paso, TX 79925
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$955
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
3d ago
Verified
7401 Phoenix Ave, El Paso, TX 79915
3 beds
2 baths
Call for price
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
200 N Mesa Hills Dr, El Paso, TX 79912
1 bed
1 bath
$959
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
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Frequently asked questions for El Paso, TX
Quick answers to common questions about the El Paso rental market.
How much is rent in El Paso?
The average rent in El Paso is $1,600 per month as of November 7, 2026.
Is rent up or down in El Paso?
Average rent prices in El Paso have decreased by 3% over the last month and have increased by 3% since last year.
How does El Paso rent compare to the national average?
Rent in El Paso is 16% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $300 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in El Paso?
The most affordable neighborhoods in El Paso are Sunset Heights ($780/mo), Logan Heights ($800/mo), and Angel's Triangle ($849/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in El Paso?
To comfortably afford rent in El Paso, you'd need to earn approximately $64,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in El Paso?
March and December offer the best rental deals in El Paso, with March seeing the lowest rents of the year and December representing the least competitive period with reduced 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).