Last updated on August 2, 2026

Average rent in
Texas City, TX

Key takeaways for renters

  • Where Texas City rent stands today

    Texas City, TX rent rose 6.4% year over year, with a current median of $1,250/month. Renters today are paying $43 more per month on average than last year, continuing a climb from the recent trough in late 2024.

  • Texas City sits 35.6% more affordable than the $1,940/month national median, offering a more accessible market for renters despite a small total rental inventory of 91 units.

  • Price ranges

    Studios in Texas City rent for about $650/month, 1-bedrooms around $908/month, and 2-bedrooms near $1,152/month. Houses command a median of $1,600/month while apartments sit at $1,128/month, reflecting distinct price tiers across property types.

  • Neighborhood spotlight

    Northside rents fell 38.0% year over year to $1,100/month across 13 rentals, a notable decline compared to the citywide 6.4% rise. Wayside Place also saw a drop of 31.9% to $950/month, showing localized cooling amid overall rent growth.

Median rent

Median rent in Texas City

$1,250/mo

increased by6%

vs previous year

The average rent in Texas City is $1,250 per month as of August 2026. This is 36% below the national average rent, or $690 less per month.

$1.20

average price per square foot

Total rentals

Available rentals in Texas City

91

for rent on Zumper.com as of August 2026

Rent price distribution

Share of Texas City rentals at each price point

65%49%33%16%0%
$0 - $750
$751 - $1,500
$1,501 - $2,250
$2,251 - $3,000
$3,001+

Rent trends in Texas City, TX

Average rent prices in Texas City have increased by 3% over the last month and have increased by 6% 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 Texas City, TX

Rent prices in Texas City vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Texas City is $1,128, whereas a house costs $1,600. 1-bedroom apartments in Texas City run $920 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,155.

Listings

Studio

$650

20%

5%

1 bedroom

$907

1%

3%

2 bedroom

$1,152

1%

2%

3 bedroom

$1,615

No Change

3%

4 bedroom

$1,840

13%

4%

Studio

Average rent

$650

Last 30 days

20%

Last year

5%

1 bedroom

Average rent

$907

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

3%

2 bedroom

Average rent

$1,152

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

2%

3 bedroom

Average rent

$1,615

Last 30 days

No Change

Last year

3%

4 bedroom

Average rent

$1,840

Last 30 days

13%

Last year

4%

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

Compare median rent prices in Texas City and Alvin by all bedroom counts and property types.

Texas City

Median rent price$1,250
decreased by36%

lower than the national median

Median rent price$979
decreased by50%

lower than the national median

Takeaway

The median rent for all rentals in Texas City, TX is 28% higher than the median rent in Alvin, TX.

Discover rentals in Texas City, TX

Coral Manor Apartments - Photo 1 of 1
Rent special

1d ago

8.3

Very good

Coral Manor Apartments

729 5th Ave N, Texas City, TX 77590

1–3 beds

1 bath

$684–$1,016

Apartment for rent

505 13th St N - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Chelsea Manor house for rent in Texas City

House for rent

2102 5th Ave N - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Texas City

2 beds

1 bath

$895

Apartment for rent

Available Jul 14

17 13th St N - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

8.3

Very good

17 13th St N

17 13th St N, Texas City, TX 77590

2 beds

1 bath

$900

Apartment for rent

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Frequently asked questions for Texas City, TX

Quick answers to common questions about the Texas City rental market.

How much is rent in Texas City?

The average rent in Texas City is $1,250 per month as of August 1, 2026.

Is rent up or down in Texas City?

Average rent prices in Texas City have increased by 3% over the last month and have increased by 6% since last year.

How does Texas City rent compare to the national average?

Rent in Texas City is 36% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $690 less per month.

Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Texas City?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Texas City are Wayside Place ($950/mo), Kohfeldt Heights ($950/mo), and Grand Cay Harbour ($952/mo).

What salary do I need to afford rent in Texas City?

To comfortably afford rent in Texas City, 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 Texas City?

Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in Texas City average around $870/month and two-bedrooms approximately $1,140/month.

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).

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