Last updated on October 16, 2026

Average rent in
Laredo, TX

Key takeaways for renters

  • The bottom line

    Laredo, TX rent slipped 13.1% year over year, with a current median of $1,195/month. Renters today are paying $337 less per month on average than last year, while month-to-month rent is essentially flat.

  • Compared to national trends

    Laredo sits 37.1% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, making it an accessible market for renters seeking value in Texas.

  • Price ranges

    Studios in Laredo run at $7,500/month, 1-bedrooms at $878/month, 2-bedrooms at $1,050/month, 3-bedrooms at $1,600/month, and 4+ bedrooms at $2,200/month. This range reflects the diversity of rental options by bedroom count.

  • Neighborhood spotlight

    Killam Industrial Park rents fell 97.5% year over year to $1,400/month across 23 rentals. This steep local decline contrasts with the citywide drop of 13.1%, showing a hyperlocal shift in Laredo's rental market.

Median rent

Median rent in Laredo

$1,195/mo

decreased by13%

vs previous year

The average rent in Laredo is $1,195 per month as of October 2026. This is 37% below the national average rent, or $705 less per month.

$1.30

average price per square foot

Total rentals

Available rentals in Laredo

115

for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026

Rent price distribution

Share of Laredo rentals at each price point

70%53%35%18%0%
$0 - $750
$751 - $1,500
$1,501 - $2,250
$2,251 - $3,000
$3,001+

Rent trends in Laredo, TX

Average rent prices in Laredo have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 13% 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 Laredo, TX

Rent prices in Laredo vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Laredo is $975, whereas a house costs $1,700. 1-bedroom apartments in Laredo run $850 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,000.

Listings

Studio

$7,500

25%

26%

1 bedroom

$878

No Change

2%

2 bedroom

$1,050

1%

1%

3 bedroom

$1,600

No Change

1%

4 bedroom

$2,200

8%

2%

Studio

Average rent

$7,500

Last 30 days

25%

Last year

26%

1 bedroom

Average rent

$878

Last 30 days

No Change

Last year

2%

2 bedroom

Average rent

$1,050

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

1%

3 bedroom

Average rent

$1,600

Last 30 days

No Change

Last year

1%

4 bedroom

Average rent

$2,200

Last 30 days

8%

Last year

2%

The table above reflects average rent prices in Laredo, 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 Laredo, TX compare to other cities?

Compare median rent prices in Laredo and Alamo by all bedroom counts and property types.

Laredo

Median rent price$1,195
decreased by37%

lower than the national median

Median rent price$1,225
decreased by36%

lower than the national median

Takeaway

The median rent for all rentals in Laredo, TX is 2% lower than the median rent in Alamo, TX.

Average rent in nearby cities

Explore rent trends in neighboring markets

Alamo

$1,225

decreased by2%
Last year
Alton

$1,100

increased by1%
Last year
Edinburg

$1,000

decreased by1%
Last year
Hidalgo

$1,250

increased by15%
Last year
Mcallen

$1,200

increased by3%
Last year
Mercedes

$780

decreased by19%
Last year

Discover rentals in Laredo, TX

Rio Grande Ranch - Photo 1 of 1
Rent special

13h ago

10

Excellent

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Verified

Rio Grande Ranch

409 Riverhill Loop, Laredo, TX 78046

2–4 beds

1–2 baths

$800–$1,441

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.

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Casa Verde - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8.8

Very good

Casa Verde

8501 Casa Verde Rd, Laredo, TX 78041

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$815–$1,115

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.
Merida Vista Apartments - Photo 1 of 1
3D tour

5d+ ago

7.9

Very good

Merida Vista Apartments

109 N Merida Dr, Laredo, TX 78043

2 beds

1 bath

$849–$1,383

Price droppedFees 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.
2601 Springfield Ave ##4 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Las Lomas apartment for rent in Laredo

2601 Springfield Ave ##4, Laredo, TX 78040

2 beds

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.

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Frequently asked questions for Laredo, TX

Quick answers to common questions about the Laredo rental market.

How much is rent in Laredo?

The average rent in Laredo is $1,195 per month as of October 10, 2026.

Is rent up or down in Laredo?

Average rent prices in Laredo have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 13% since last year.

How does Laredo rent compare to the national average?

Rent in Laredo is 37% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $705 less per month.

Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Laredo?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Laredo are Casa Verde Acres ($1,012/mo), Las Lomas ($1,015/mo), and Heights ($1,050/mo).

What salary do I need to afford rent in Laredo?

To comfortably afford rent in Laredo, you'd need to earn approximately $48,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.

When is the best time of year to rent in Laredo?

December offers the lowest rents in Laredo, with approximately 9% savings compared to March when rents peak. October also presents good opportunities with the least competitive rental market conditions.

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).

Apartments for rent in Laredo

Houses for rent in Laredo

Houses for rent in Central Business District

9975 Grotto Dr, Laredo, TX 78045, USA
1005 Andrew Ave, Laredo, TX 78045, USA
101 Martingale Lane, Laredo, TX 78041, USA
103 Yellowstone Lake Dr, Laredo, TX 78041, USA
1300 E Hillside Rd, Laredo, TX 78041, USA
1920 Madison St, Laredo, TX 78040, USA
206 Northpoint Drive, Laredo, TX 78041, USA
305 Lake Clark Ct, Laredo, TX 78041, USA
506 Shiloh Dr, Laredo, TX 78045, USA
507 Altozano Dr, Laredo, TX 78045, USA
6101 Ruger Dr, Laredo, TX 78043, USA
806 E Bustamante St, Laredo, TX 78041, USA
8120 Stillmeadow Ct, Laredo, TX 78045, USA
9809 Sterling, Laredo, TX 78045, USA
9921 Bijan Dr, Laredo, TX 78045, USA
1511 Don Camilo Blvd, Laredo, TX 78046, USA
1808 Chacon St, Laredo, TX 78043, USA
201 Gumwood Ln, Laredo, TX 78041, USA
205 W San Carlos St, Laredo, TX 78041, USA
226 Sunset Loop, Laredo, TX 78046, USA