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$1,363/mo College Station, TX average rental price, February 2023

The average monthly rent of apartments in College Station, TX is $1,363.

College Station, TX apartment rent ranges

About 32% of apartment rents in College Station, TX range between $1,001-$1,500. Meanwhile, apartments priced over $1,501-$2,000 represent 12% of apartments. Around 33% of College Station’s apartments are in the $701-$1,000 price range. 6% of apartments are priced between $501-$700.

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Compared to the national average rent of $1,727, the average rent in College Station, TX is $1,363.

Getting around in College Station, TX

11 /100

Car-Dependent

42 /100

Somewhat Bikeable

Walk Score®: 11, Bike Score®: 42

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in College Station, TX last updated?

Prices and availability in College Station, TX were last updated on 6 Feb 2023.

What are the best apartments in College Station, TX?

The best apartments in College Station, TX are: Pearl Apartment Homes, Sausalito Apartments, Sundance Apartments, The Bend at Crescent Pointe and Hunters Point.

What is the average rent in College Station, TX?

The average rent in College Station, TX is $1,363. Start your search for apartments in College Station, TX now.

What is the price range for a studio apartment in College Station, TX?

The price range for a studio apartment in College Station, TX is between $600 and $880. View all studio apartments in College Station, TX.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in College Station, TX?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in College Station, TX is between $625 and $1,905. Browse all available 1-bedroom apartments in College Station, TX now.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in College Station, TX?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in College Station, TX is between $670 and $2,520. Browse and find a 2-bedroom apartment in College Station, TX.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in College Station, TX?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in College Station, TX is between $650 and $2,515. Browse all available 3-bedroom apartments in College Station, TX.

What type of rental buildings are in College Station, TX?

In College Station, 63% of the residents are renting compared to 37% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 11% of College Station’s rentals, 67% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 21% are single-family rentals.

What do typical apartment communities look like in College Station, TX?

The average age of rental buildings in College Station is 26 years old, with 49% being newer apartment buildings completed since 2000. The average height of apartment buildings in the city is 4 stories, of which 83% are garden-style apartment communities, 15% are mid-sized buildings, and 2% are high-rises. These characteristics describe large-scale apartment communities of 50 apartments or more.

What apartment floorplans are common in College Station, TX?

Rental apartments in College Station come in a range of sizes and floorplans. Studio apartments represent 3% of units for rent, ideal for singles, renters on a budget and people who value central locations more than space. Rentals with 1-bedroom floorplans make up 27% of the total apartments in the city, while 2-bedroom floorplans represent around 44% of all rentals in College Station. The rest are larger floorplans with 3 bedrooms or more, typically preferred by families, larger households or roommates sharing space.

Renter's guide to College Station, TX

College Station is an upbeat city in the Bryan-College Station metropolitan area—a region in the heart of Texas that, as the name implies, also covers the neighboring city of Bryan. Though a small city itself, College Station’s central Texas location means that its residents are within a short driving distance from some of the largest cities in the entire state.

First, College Station is 95 miles southeast of Houston, a city which is 54 times more populated and 6 times larger. Second, College Station is 106 miles northeast of Austin, which has 8 times more of a population and is also about 6 times as large. Third, College station is 180 miles south of Dallas, which is about 10 times larger and 30 times more populated.

The local climate is humid and subtropical, and the weather in College Station, TX greatly varies from season to season. Winters average 51°F and are mostly warm, with occasional spats of freezing weather. Springs have a gradual buildup and lots of rain, averaging 67°F. Summers average 82°F and are hot and humid with scattered showers. Autumns average 68°F and are generally warm, but with occasional cold fronts.

Tips for renting in College Station, TX

If you are moving to College Station from Houston, be prepared for a much younger population of mostly students. At the same time, you are legally entitled to “quiet enjoyment”, and can force the landlord to silence noisy neighbors.

College Station, TX demographics

115,802Total Population
57,116 Female

58,686 Male
23.1Median Age

College Station, TX has a population of 115,802 according to the most recent data from the U.S. Census Bureau. 57,116 of College Station’s residents are women and 58,686 are men. The median age of those who live in College Station, TX is 23.1.

Living in College Station, TX

Even though the area is experiencing a population boom, living in College Station feels more like a laid-back small town, but with way more entertainment and diversity than you’d ordinarily expect to find. A great commute time, a close proximity to other major cities, and some of the lowest property taxes in the state are three pros of living in College Station.

Perhaps this is why Forbes consistently ranked College Station as number one for “Best Small Texas Cities for Jobs” in 2016, and number one for “Best Small Places in Texas for Business and Careers” in 2015. At the same time, this charming and tranquil atmosphere may become a con of living in College Station for those who are used to a more fast-paced way of life.

College Station, TX households

20,487 Family

21,195 Non-family
11,049 Children

30,633 No Children

41,682Total Number of Households
2.5Average People Per Household
$47,456Median Household Income

According to U.S. Census data, there are 41,682 households in College Station, TX. 20,487 are family households and 21,195 are non-family households. There are 11,049 households with children in College Station and 30,633 households without children. On average, about 2.5 people live in a household in College Station, TX.

Things to do in College Station, TX

College Station is a wondrous blend of urban landscapes and rural settings. If you are looking for free things to do with kids in some of the most beautiful places in College Station, you have 55 public parks to choose from. The most popular of College Station’s many family attractions is Veterans Park, which has soccer and baseball fields along with a monument dedicated to College Station veterans.

Other attractions and points of interest include the George Bush Presidential Library and Museum, which attracts more than 100,000 visitors from all over the country every year. If you drop by in April, you and your family will be able to participate in the annual Easter Celebration, which includes face painting, scavenger hunts, and sometimes even a visit from George W. and Barbara Bush.

Shopping in College Station is much more than just Best Buy, Target, Walmart or Lowes (although these are all available, too). Instead, try the Post Oak Mall in College Station for over 120 world-famous retail stores (such as Sears and JC Penny).

For nightlife and casual dining, head over to the Northgate District (across from the A&M University campus) to find local landmarks such as the Potato Shack, a casual restaurant serving stuffed baked potatoes and alcohol.

Common chain restaurants include Olive Garden and Texas Roadhouse, but for the best restaurants in College Station, check out The Republic (a true Texas steakhouse), Los Cucos (for excellent traditional Mexican food), or buy local foods from the HEB grocery store. If you’ve only tried Dominoes and Pizza Hut before, the Blue Baker and Hungry Howies are two local pizzerias that make you go, “wow!”

College Station, TX employment & economy

As its name implies, education is a major focus of the College Station community. The College Station Independent School District has been nominated for over 100 national awards in the last decade alone, and the A&M Consolidated High School has an Advanced Placement score that is a full point over the Texas average, and exceeds the national average as well. The Texas A&M University is a member of the Southeastern Conference, and they are well-represented by a terrific football team, the Texas Aggies.

Education in College Station, TX

Education and biotechnology are College Station’s two major industries. A&M University, as one of the largest colleges in the nation, further employs the area with large-scale projects funded by NASA, the National Institutes of Health, and the National Science Foundation. These projects take place in what’s known as the “Research Valley Biocorridor”. Cognizant Technology Solutions is one of the many research companies headquartered in College Station.

College Station, TX education statistics

The level of education of the population of College Station, TX is as follows: 1% have no high school education, 23% completed some high school, 18% partially completed college, 7% have an Associate Degree, 29% have a Bachelor Degree, and 21% have a Graduate Degree.

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