Bedroom count
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Last updated on November 2, 2026
Average rent in
Harlingen, TX
Average rent in
Last updated on November 2, 2026
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Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Harlingen rent stands today
Harlingen, TX rent rose 4.5% year over year, with a current median of $1,040/month. Renters today are paying $44 more per month on average than last year despite a recent month-over-month decline of 4.1%.
Compared to national trends
Harlingen sits 45.3% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, making it an accessible market for renters seeking value. The city offers 138 total rentals across a range of property types.
Price ranges
In Harlingen, studios rent for $1,000/month, 1-bedrooms for $799/month, 2-bedrooms for $995/month, 3-bedrooms for $1,500/month, and 4+ bedrooms for $1,400/month. The studio segment's rent doubled year over year, diverging strongly from the citywide trend.
Neighborhood spotlight
The studio bedroom segment in Harlingen saw a 100.0% year-over-year increase in rent, a sharp contrast to the overall citywide rise of 4.5%. This reveals a unique dynamic in smaller units compared to the broader market.
Median rent
Median rent in Harlingen
$1,039/mo
4%vs previous year
The average rent in Harlingen is $1,039 per month as of October 2026. This is 45% below the national average rent, or $860 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Harlingen
138
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Harlingen rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Harlingen, TX
Average rent prices in Harlingen have decreased by 4% over the last month and have increased by 4% 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
Harlingen, TX
Rent prices in Harlingen vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Harlingen is $915, whereas a house costs $1,575. 1-bedroom apartments in Harlingen run $799 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $935.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,000 | No Change | 100% | |
1 bedroom | $799 | 3% | 3% | |
2 bedroom | $995 |  6% | 1% | |
3 bedroom | $1,500 | No Change | 2% | |
4 bedroom | $1,400 | 23% | 37% |
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Harlingen, TX.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $915 | 2% | 8% | |
Condos | $1,500 | 28% | 36% | |
Houses | $1,575 | 10% | 1% |
Studio
Average rent
$1,000
Last year
100%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$799
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
3%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$995
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
1%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,500
Last year
2%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,400
Last 30 days
23%
Last year
37%
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Harlingen, TX.
Apartments
Average rent
$915
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
8%
Condos
Average rent
$1,500
Last 30 days
28%
Last year
36%
Houses
Average rent
$1,575
Last 30 days
10%
Last year
1%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Harlingen, 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 Harlingen, TX compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Harlingen and Brownsville by all bedroom counts and property types.
Harlingen
45%lower than the national median
13%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Harlingen, TX is 37% lower than the median rent in Brownsville, TX.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,650
10%$975
5%$1,050
$950
25%$1,250
4%$749
21%$1,700
7%$1,150
3%$925
8%$887
10%$2,500
38%$1,067
3%Cost of living in Harlingen, 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 | 26% lower |
| Groceries | 7% lower |
| Health | 17% lower |
| Housing | 34% lower |
| Transportation | 14% lower |
| Utilities | 23% higher |
Discover rentals in Harlingen, TX
5d+ ago
House for rent in Harlingen
618 S F St, Harlingen, TX 78550
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 Oct 16
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Harlingen
502 E Davis St #19, Harlingen, TX 78550
2 beds
1 bath
$665
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 Harlingen
709 Tumbleweed Dr #8, Harlingen, TX 78550
2 beds
2 baths
$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
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Harlingen
1612 Sam Houston Dr #DA, Harlingen, TX 78550
2 beds
1 bath
$700
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
House for rent in Harlingen
16895 Rio Red, Harlingen, TX 78552
3 beds
2.5 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.House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Harlingen
3 beds
2 baths
$2,300
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.House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Harlingen
3 beds
2 baths
$2,300
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.House for rent
3d ago
6313 Lancelot, Harlingen, TX 78550
3 beds
2 baths
$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.House for rent
Available Oct 16
16h ago
905 N Loop 499, Harlingen, TX 78550
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$869–$1,089
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
2828 E Grimes St, Harlingen, TX 78550
1 bed
1 bath
$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
1d ago
902 S Palm Court Dr, Harlingen, TX 78552
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$855–$1,585
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
2901 Haine Dr, Harlingen, TX 78550
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$899–$1,389
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
4506 N Business 77 #164, Harlingen, TX 78552
1 bed
1 bath
$599
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
Available Oct 19
5d+ ago
Verified
4506 N Business 77 #340, Harlingen, TX 78552
1 bed
1 bath
$599
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
Available Oct 19
2d ago
902 S Loop 499, Harlingen, TX 78550
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$775–$995
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 Harlingen
2422 Treasure Haven Dr, Harlingen, TX 78550
4 beds
2 baths
$2,200
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 Oct 20
5d+ ago
Verified
4506 N Business 77 #164, Harlingen, TX 78552
1 bed
1 bath
$599
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
Available Oct 19
5d+ ago
Verified
4506 N Business 77 #340, Harlingen, TX 78552
1 bed
1 bath
$599
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
Available Oct 19
8h ago
604 Camelot Dr, Harlingen, TX 78550
2 beds
2 baths
$1,800
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.Condo for rent
Available Oct 19
21h ago
House for rent in Harlingen
2610 Haverford Blvd, Harlingen, TX 78552
3 beds
2 baths
$2,100
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
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Frequently asked questions for Harlingen, TX
Quick answers to common questions about the Harlingen rental market.
How much is rent in Harlingen?
The average rent in Harlingen is $1,039 per month as of October 31, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Harlingen?
Average rent prices in Harlingen have decreased by 4% over the last month and have increased by 4% since last year.
How does Harlingen rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Harlingen is 45% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $860 less per month.
What salary do I need to afford rent in Harlingen?
To comfortably afford rent in Harlingen, you'd need to earn approximately $42,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Harlingen?
January offers the best rental deals in Harlingen, with rents running about 11% lower than peak summer months. July sees the highest rents, so timing your search for winter can lead to meaningful savings.
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).