Bedroom count
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Last updated on November 2, 2026
Average rent in
McAllen, TX
Average rent in
Last updated on November 2, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Mcallen, TX rent rose 4.2% year over year, with a current median of $1,250/month. Renters today are paying $50 more per month than last year as the market shows a modest upward trend within the recent two-year period.
Compared to national trends
Mcallen, TX sits 34.2% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering a lower-cost option for renters with 370 total rentals available.
Price ranges
Studio rents in Mcallen, TX are $900/month, 1-bedroom units are $750/month, 2-bedrooms $1,000/month, 3-bedrooms $1,550/month, and 4+ bedrooms $2,600/month. This range reflects the diversity of rental options by bedroom count.
Neighborhood spotlight
La Mansion rents fell 81.8% year over year to $1,095/month across 11 rentals, a large local decline compared to the citywide 4.2% rise. Parkland Estates and The Country Place also saw large drops of 70.6% and 59.4%.
Median rent
Median rent in Mcallen
$1,250/mo
4%vs previous year
The average rent in Mcallen is $1,250 per month as of October 2026. This is 34% below the national average rent, or $650 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Mcallen
370
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Mcallen rentals at each price point
Rent trends in McAllen, TX
Average rent prices in Mcallen have increased by 2% 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
McAllen, TX
Rent prices in Mcallen vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Mcallen is $950, whereas a house costs $1,900. 1-bedroom apartments in Mcallen run $750 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $950.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $900 | No Change | 24% | |
1 bedroom | $750 | No Change |  6% | |
2 bedroom | $1,000 | No Change | No Change | |
3 bedroom | $1,550 | 3% | 3% | |
4 bedroom | $2,600 | No Change | 11% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Fairway Grande | $1,200 | |
Gardenia Terrace Arther Terrace | $1,300 | |
Hackbury Creek | $1,200 | |
La Mansion | $1,095 | |
Parkwood Manor | $1,350 | |
Ponderosa | $1,550 | |
Regency Park Estates | $1,400 | |
Tierra Del Sol | $1,450 | |
Village Of Westlakes | $900 | |
Wood Hollow Trenton Park | $1,450 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $950 | 3% | 5% | |
Condos | $1,300 | No Change | 30% | |
Houses | $1,900 | No Change | 3% |
Studio
Average rent
$900
Last year
24%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$750
Last year
6%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,000
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,550
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
3%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,600
Last year
11%
Gardenia Terrace Arther Terrace
Average rent
$1,300
Fairway Grande
Average rent
$1,200
Tierra Del Sol
Average rent
$1,450
Hackbury Creek
Average rent
$1,200
Ponderosa
Average rent
$1,550
La Mansion
Average rent
$1,095
Parkwood Manor
Average rent
$1,350
Regency Park Estates
Average rent
$1,400
Wood Hollow Trenton Park
Average rent
$1,450
Village Of Westlakes
Average rent
$900
Apartments
Average rent
$950
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
5%
Condos
Average rent
$1,300
Last year
30%
Houses
Average rent
$1,900
Last year
3%
The table above reflects average rent prices in McAllen, 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 Mcallen, TX compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Mcallen and Alamo by all bedroom counts and property types.
Mcallen
34%lower than the national median
36%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Mcallen, TX is 2% higher than the median rent in Alamo, TX.
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Cost of living in McAllen, TX
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Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 17% lower |
| Groceries | 8% lower |
| Health | 20% lower |
| Housing | 40% lower |
| Transportation | 9% lower |
| Utilities | 18% higher |
Discover rentals in McAllen, TX
5d+ ago
3900 S Ware Rd, Mcallen, TX 78503
2–3 beds
2 baths
$590–$1,133
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 Mcallen
2 beds
1 bath
$600
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 Mcallen
2 beds
1 bath
$600
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 Mcallen
3616 Harvey St #14, Mcallen, TX 78501
2 beds
1 bath
$675
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 Nov 1
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Mcallen
Col Rowe Blvd #300, Mcallen, TX 78504
1 bed
2 baths
$25,000
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.Condo for rent
Available Nov 1
5d+ ago
La Mansion house for rent in McAllen
5501 N 1st Ln, McAllen, TX 78504
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
House for rent in Mcallen
505 W Esperanza Ave, Mcallen, TX 78501
3 beds
3 baths
$5,000
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 Mcallen
3616 S G St, Mcallen, TX 78503
3 beds
3 baths
$4,900
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.House for rent
3d ago
5701 Quail Ct, McAllen, TX 78504
3 beds
2 baths
$1,150
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
3d ago
Verified
3408 Fuerte Ave #3, Mcallen, TX 78504
2 beds
2 baths
$875
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 15
4d ago
Verified
5000 Toronto Ave #3, McAllen, TX 78503
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,750
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
Available Oct 28
5d+ ago
Verified
3508 N 23rd Ln #202, Mcallen, TX 78501
2 beds
2 baths
$895
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 27
5d+ ago
Verified
503 N 11th St #6, Mcallen, TX 78501
1 bed
1 bath
$700
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 Nov 2
5d+ ago
Verified
2924 N J St #225, Mcallen, TX 78501
2 beds
2 baths
$775
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 Nov 9
5d+ ago
Verified
3508 N 23rd Ln #202, Mcallen, TX 78501
2 beds
2 baths
$895
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 27
5d+ ago
Verified
901 E Yuma Ave #102, McAllen, TX 78503
2 beds
2 baths
$1,000
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
Available Oct 15
3d ago
5701 Quail Ct, McAllen, TX 78504
3 beds
2 baths
$1,150
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
2901 W State Highway 107, Mcallen, TX 78504
2 beds
1 bath
$899
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
3101 N 8th St, Mcallen, TX 78501
2 beds
2 baths
$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
3d ago
Verified
3408 Fuerte Ave #3, Mcallen, TX 78504
2 beds
2 baths
$875
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 15
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Frequently asked questions for McAllen, TX
Quick answers to common questions about the Mcallen rental market.
How much is rent in Mcallen?
The average rent in Mcallen is $1,250 per month as of October 31, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Mcallen?
Average rent prices in Mcallen have increased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 4% since last year.
How does Mcallen rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Mcallen is 34% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $650 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Mcallen?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Mcallen are Village Of Westlakes ($900/mo), La Mansion ($1,095/mo), and Fairway Grande ($1,200/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Mcallen?
To comfortably afford rent in Mcallen, you'd need to earn approximately $50,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Mcallen?
September offers the best rental opportunities in McAllen, with the lowest rents of the year and less competitive conditions. July sees the highest rents, with approximately a 7% difference between peak and off-peak 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).