Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on October 31, 2026
Average rent in
Waco, TX
Average rent in
Last updated on October 31, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Waco rent stands today
Waco, TX rent rose modestly year over year, with a current median of $1,497/month. Renters are paying $17 more per month on average than last year, a modest increase in the market.
Compared to national trends
Waco is 21.2% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, providing a more accessible market for renters. The city has 318 total rentals available across various property types.
Price ranges
Studio rents in Waco are about $1,470/month, 1-bedrooms $1,095/month, and 4+ bedrooms reach $1,998/month. These bedroom tiers represent the range of rents available for different household sizes in the city.
Neighborhood spotlight
Mountainview rents rose 138.4% year over year to $1,895/month, contrasting with the citywide modest increase. Twin River Golf Club saw a decline of 45.1% to $1,700/month, showing significant local variation in Waco's rental market.
Median rent
Median rent in Waco
$1,497/mo
1%vs previous year
The average rent in Waco is $1,497 per month as of October 2026. This is 21% below the national average rent, or $403 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Waco
318
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Waco rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Waco, TX
Average rent prices in Waco have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 1% 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
Waco, TX
Rent prices in Waco vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Waco is $1,350, whereas a house costs $1,585. 1-bedroom apartments in Waco run $1,022 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,287.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,470 | No Change | 7% | |
1 bedroom | $1,095 |  1% | 4% | |
2 bedroom | $1,275 | No Change | 2% | |
3 bedroom | $1,695 | No Change | No Change | |
4 bedroom | $1,997 | No Change | 9% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Alta Vista | $1,500 | |
Baylor | $1,495 | |
Brazos | $1,725 | |
Brook Oaks | $1,500 | |
Dean Highlands | $1,400 | |
Heart Of Texas | $1,350 | |
North Waco | $1,272 | |
Oakwood | $1,800 | |
Richland Hills | $1,400 | |
West Waco | $1,447 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,350 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,375 | 23% | 1% | |
Houses | $1,585 | 3% | 6% |
Studio
Average rent
$1,470
Last year
7%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,095
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
4%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,275
Last year
2%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,695
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,997
Last year
9%
Brazos
Average rent
$1,725
Baylor
Average rent
$1,495
Oakwood
Average rent
$1,800
Alta Vista
Average rent
$1,500
West Waco
Average rent
$1,447
North Waco
Average rent
$1,272
Richland Hills
Average rent
$1,400
Heart Of Texas
Average rent
$1,350
Dean Highlands
Average rent
$1,400
Brook Oaks
Average rent
$1,500
Apartments
Average rent
$1,350
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
No Change
Condos
Average rent
$1,375
Last 30 days
23%
Last year
1%
Houses
Average rent
$1,585
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
6%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Waco, 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 Waco, TX compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Waco and Bellmead by all bedroom counts and property types.
Waco
21%lower than the national median
17%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Waco, TX is 6% lower than the median rent in Bellmead, TX.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,585
18%$1,622
2%$1,395
7%$1,695
6%$1,250
$1,310
9%$2,200
10%$1,450
3%$1,795
24%$1,495
4%$1,450
3%$1,995
11%Cost of living in Waco, 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 | 6% lower |
| Groceries | 8% lower |
| Health | 1% higher |
| Housing | 21% lower |
| Transportation | 7% lower |
| Utilities | 1% lower |
Discover rentals in Waco, TX
5d+ ago
Austin Avenue house for rent in Waco
2001 Franklin Ave #4, Waco, TX 76701
Studio
0 baths
$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
Available Oct 10
2d ago
2406 S University Parks Dr, Waco, TX 76706
1–4 beds
1–4 baths
$425–$1,700
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
4d ago
218 Gurley Ln, Waco, TX 76706
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
1d ago
1825 S 3rd St, Waco, TX 76706
2 beds
2 baths
$525
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
North Waco house for rent in Waco
3201 Edward Dr, Waco, TX 76708
4 beds
3.5 baths
$5,850
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.House for rent
2h ago
414 S University Parks Dr, Waco, TX 76706
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,440–$4,155
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
Oakwood townhouse for rent in Waco
2318 S 4th St #1, Waco, TX 76706
4 beds
4 baths
$4,100
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
Available Jun 10
5d+ ago
Brazos condo for rent in Waco
3 beds
3.5 baths
$3,750
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.Condo for rent
3d ago
Verified
2100 S New Rd, Waco, TX 76711
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,829
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
3000 S New Rd, Waco, TX 76706
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,349–$1,879
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
9114 Royal Ln, Waco, TX 76712
1 bed
1 bath
$1,295–$1,395
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
Alta Vista apartment for rent in Waco
4 beds
2 baths
$1,450
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
2d ago
Verified
2405 J J Flewellen Rd, Waco, TX 76704
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$985–$1,173
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 Sep 1
5d+ ago
Verified
10001 Panther Way #106, Waco, TX 76712
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,780
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.House for rent
Available Nov 20
3d ago
Verified
2100 S New Rd, Waco, TX 76711
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,829
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
3000 S New Rd, Waco, TX 76706
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,349–$1,879
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
2100 S New Rd, Waco, TX 76711
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,829
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
9114 Royal Ln, Waco, TX 76712
1 bed
1 bath
$1,295–$1,395
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
Mountainview house for rent in Waco
3 beds
2 baths
$1,575
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
Alta Vista apartment for rent in Waco
4 beds
2 baths
$1,450
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
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Frequently asked questions for Waco, TX
Quick answers to common questions about the Waco rental market.
How much is rent in Waco?
The average rent in Waco is $1,497 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Waco?
Average rent prices in Waco have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 1% since last year.
How does Waco rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Waco is 21% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $403 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Waco?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Waco are North Waco ($1,272/mo), Heart Of Texas ($1,350/mo), and Richland Hills ($1,400/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Waco?
To comfortably afford rent in Waco, you'd need to earn approximately $60,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Waco?
February offers the lowest rents in Waco with about a 3.5% difference from peak September prices, while November sees less overall demand making it another good time to search.
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).