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Apartments for Rent in El Paso, TX
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Average rent in El Paso, TX

$1,014/mo El Paso, TX average rental price, October 2022
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The average monthly rent of apartments in El Paso, TX is $1,014.

El Paso, TX apartment rent ranges

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Getting around in El Paso, TX

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Walk Score®: 3, Bike Score®: 26

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in El Paso, TX last updated?

Prices and availability in El Paso, TX were last updated on 22 Mar 2023.

What are the best apartments in El Paso, TX?

The best apartments in El Paso, TX are: Siena Village Town Homes,, LAKE FAIRWAY, INDEPENDENCE PLACE, RIDGEMAR and DESERT COMMONS.

What is the average rent in El Paso, TX?

The average rent in El Paso, TX is $1,014. Start your search for apartments in El Paso, TX now.

What is the price range for a studio apartment in El Paso, TX?

The price range for a studio apartment in El Paso, TX is between $648 and $1,527. View all studio apartments in El Paso, TX.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in El Paso, TX?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in El Paso, TX is between $750 and $2,351. Browse all available 1-bedroom apartments in El Paso, TX now.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in El Paso, TX?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in El Paso, TX is between $836 and $2,782. Browse and find a 2-bedroom apartment in El Paso, TX.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in El Paso, TX?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in El Paso, TX is between $750 and $2,299. Browse all available 3-bedroom apartments in El Paso, TX.

What type of rental buildings are in El Paso, TX?

In El Paso 40% of the housing is rented out compared to 60% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 9% of El Paso’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 56% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 33% are single-family rentals.

What do typical apartment communities look like in El Paso, TX?

The age and size of multifamily buildings are among the most visible characteristics of the rental market in a city.  In this case, the apartment buildings in El Paso are about 35 years old, on average. Of these, 30% have been built since 2000, representing the newer options on the market and typically offering more amenities. Rental buildings in the city have an average height of 2 stories. About 98% of the rental communities here are low-rise, garden-style communities, 2% are mid-rises, and none are high-rise buildings. These are true especially for large-scale multifamily buildings with over 50 apartments.

What apartment floorplans are common in El Paso, TX?

Rental apartments in El Paso come in a range of sizes and floorplans. Studio apartments represent 4% 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 33% of the total apartments in the city, while 2-bedroom floorplans represent around 46% of all rentals in El Paso. The rest are larger floorplans with 3 bedrooms or more, typically preferred by families, larger households or roommates sharing space.

El Paso, TX in the news

Renter's guide to El Paso, TX

If you look at a map, you'll find El Paso resting right on the border of Texas and Mexico.

But it's not just its location that makes this city so unique. El Paso boasts a low cost of living, some of the best parks in the country, and is also one of the most walkable cities, with tons of sidewalks around town.

Combined with being one of the safest big cities in the country and El Paso's great school and library systems, this city is an excellent place for both families and singles. It ranks 9th among US cities for quality of living, and is considered the best city in Texas for recreation and raising a family.

El Paso is 256 square miles wide, which is pretty sizeable. But it's still only half the size of Phoenix and Houston. Speaking of Phoenix, it's 430 miles away from El Paso. Tucson, AZ is 316 miles away, and Houston, TX is 551 miles away.

El Paso has a desert climate, with hot summers and mild winters. Nicknamed The Sun City, El Paso has over 300 days of sunshine and 100 days with temperatures of over 90°F per year, though the city does get a decent amount of rain in the summer months.

However, the rest of the year is pretty dry, and you can even get dust storms during the spring. El Paso sits up to 3,800 feet above sea level, which means snow is not uncommon in the colder months either.

Tips for renting in El Paso, TX

If you've got your heart set on becoming an El Paso resident, you'll probably want to know a little about the tenant laws there.

For starters, when applying for a lease, landlords are required to provide a written copy of their eligibility criteria. If they don't, they'll have to return your application fee and/or deposit if your application is rejected. This saves you from wasting money applying for rentals that you're not eligible for.

You can only be charged a late fee for past due rent if it's written into your lease agreement. Landlords are also required to give you a grace period of at least one full business day after rent is due before they assess a late fee.

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El Paso, TX demographics

El Paso, TX has a population of 676,395 according to the most recent data from the U.S. Census Bureau. 343,501 of El Paso’s residents are women and 332,894 are men. The median age of those who live in El Paso, TX is 33.5.

Living in El Paso, TX

What are the pros and cons of living in El Paso?

First off, you've got good weather and great food options, plus the cost of living is very affordable. Not only is the city close to Mexico, it's got a majority Hispanic population—that means plenty of tacos and margaritas!

And of course you're surrounded by some beautiful nature, with the nearby mountains providing a splendid backdrop. El Paso is a great city to walk around in too, with plenty of sidewalks around.

On the other hand, El Paso is fairly isolated. The closest major cities are all over 250 miles away in either direction. There aren't a lot of non-stop flights out of El Paso either.

El Paso, TX households

  • 166,629 Family
    70,079 Non-family
  • 88,384 Children
    148,324 No Children
  • 236,708Total Number of Households
  • 2.83Average People Per Household
  • $51,325Median Household Income

According to U.S. Census data, there are 236,708 households in El Paso, TX. 166,629 are family households and 70,079 are non-family households. There are 88,384 households with children in El Paso and 148,324 households without children. On average, about 2.83 people live in a household in El Paso, TX.

Things to do in El Paso, TX

Whether you're in El Paso for the weekend or a lifetime, you'll need some stuff to do.

Let's start with one of El Paso's biggest attractions: nature. Have an adventure at Franklin Mountain State Park—and make sure to try the Wyler Aerial Tramway while you're at it. Or explore the ancient rock carvings at Hueco Tanks State Historic Site.

If you're really adventurous, why not try rafting down the Rio Grande River?

The kids will love the El Paso Zoo and the Wet N' Wild water park, while teens skate at Westside Community Park or play sports at Yucca Park.

Things to do

The kids will love the El Paso Zoo and the Wet N' Wild water park, while teens skate at Westside Community Park or play sports at Yucca Park.

Of course, you can always just stroll around town, taking in the sites. El Paso ranks as one of the most walkable cities in the country and has plenty of sidewalks.

Sports fans won't want to miss the Sun Bowl, which has been played in El Paso every year since 1937. It's college football's second oldest bowl game.

There's also UTEP's local college games, plus the El Paso Chihuahuas minor league baseball team.

There's also UTEP's local college games, plus the El Paso Chihuahuas minor league baseball team.

El Paso also hosts a few events that music and culture lovers will definitely want to check out, which includes the Sun City Music Festival and the Neon Desert Music Festival.

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El Paso, TX employment & economy

El Paso's major industries include education, manufacturing, defense, and food production/agriculture. Call centers are among the biggest employers, along with the military installation, Fort Bliss.

Forbes also placed El Paso among the top 5 cities nationwide for its cost of doing business, which makes it a great location for small businesses and startups.

Education in El Paso, TX

If you want to further your education while living in El Paso, you've got a few really good options.

The University of Texas at El Paso – or UTEP, for short – regularly ranks among the top 10 colleges in the country.

There's also an El Paso branch of the Texas Tech University College of Architecture, as well as Texas University Health Sciences Center El Paso, which is now its own school within the TTU system.

Two-year students will want to check out the El Paso Community College.

For the high schoolers, there are four public school districts that operate in El Paso, plus at least a dozen private schools to choose from. The city also has top-rated public libraries, which is great for bookworms young and old.

El Paso, TX education statistics

The level of education of the population of El Paso, TX is as follows: 9% have no high school education, 32% completed some high school, 27% partially completed college, 9% have an Associate Degree, 16% have a Bachelor Degree, and 8% have a Graduate Degree.

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