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Average rent in Port Arthur, TX

$1,267/mo Port Arthur, TX average rental price, April 2025

The average monthly rent of apartments in Port Arthur, TX is $1,267.

Port Arthur, TX apartment rent ranges

About 17% of apartment rents in Port Arthur, TX range between $1,501-$2,000. Meanwhile, apartments around $2,001-$2,500 represent 5% of apartments. Around 41% of Port Arthur’s apartments are in the $1,001-$1,500 price range. 38% of apartments are priced ≤ $1000

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Compared to the national average rent of $1,736, the average rent in Port Arthur, TX is $1,267.

Getting around in Port Arthur, TX

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Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Port Arthur, TX last updated?

Prices and availability in Port Arthur, TX were last updated on 23 May 2025.

What are the best apartments in Port Arthur, TX?

The best apartments in Port Arthur, TX are: Encore At 9th Avenue, Seahawk Landing, Bent Tree Apartments, Autumn Chase Park and Pebble Creek.

What is the price range for a studio apartment in Port Arthur, TX?

The price range for a studio apartment in Port Arthur, TX is between $25 and $890.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Port Arthur, TX?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Port Arthur, TX is between $25 and $945.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Port Arthur, TX?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Port Arthur, TX is between $25 and $1,195.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Port Arthur, TX?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Port Arthur, TX is between $1,013 and $1,285.

What type of rental buildings are in Port Arthur, TX?

In Port Arthur 43% of the housing is rented out compared to 57% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 6% of Port Arthur’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 58% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 35% are single-family rentals.

What do typical apartment communities look like in Port Arthur, 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 Port Arthur are about 0 years old, on average. Of these, none 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 0 stories. About none of the rental communities here are low-rise, garden-style communities, none 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 Port Arthur, TX?

Studio apartments in Port Arthur are around 0% of rentals, while 1-bedroom floor plans represent 0% of the total stock. For those in search of larger rentals, 2-bedroom floorplans make up 0% of all rentals. More generous apartments with 3 bedrooms or more are also available in this city for those in search of more space.

Living in Port Arthur, TX

Port Arthur, TX, is a city in the Beaumont-Port Arthur metropolitan area in Jefferson County. A part of the city also extends into Orange County. Port Arthur is praised among local renters for housing the largest oil refinery in the United States, and the city is known as the center of the oil boom. The city is also about an hour away from Houston. Sitting on the banks of Sabine Lake, Port Arthur is a few miles from the Gulf of Mexico, making it an ideal spot for renters who enjoy nature and beaches. The city also appeals to renters who enjoy the great outdoors, with spots like Remarkable Cave, Port Arthur Historic Site and attractive lavender fields. Port Arthur has a warm and temperate climate with a significant amount of rain and long and hot summers. It’s also wet and partly cloudy throughout the year. The city has 59 inches of rain and 211 sunny days per year with no snow.

Renting in Port Arthur, TX

Renters looking for a place in Port Arthur can choose from one of 21 constituent neighborhoods, most of which have a low population density and quiet environment. The city has a sparse, suburban feel, with most renters being families and retirees. Port Arthur’s most desired areas are in the northeastern parts of the city, while renters on a budget go for homes in the southwestern region. The city offers a wide range of single-family and multifamily homes for rent; mobile homes; and new construction. Renters look for homes with a two-car garage, corner lot, waterfront, lake view and fenced yard. Note that there’s no rent control available in Port Arthur, and landlords must give renters a three-day notice before filing an eviction claim with the court. Also, landlords must serve renters a 30-day notice before increasing the rent. Renters can also sue landlords for refusing to take care of repairs and damages.

Shopping in Port Arthur, TX

Port Arthur is home to a wide range of shopping malls and local stores that its renters can turn to. The Central Mall is the most popular in the city, with various department stores and a theatre. Other malls include The Shoppes at Port Arthur, Jefferson City Shopping Center and Snell Shopping Center. Shopping for groceries is easy for renters with options like H-E-B, Sunrise Grocery, SRZ Grocery and Market Basket. Plus, renters don’t have to visit neighboring cities for department stores as Port Arthur is home to JCPenney, Dillard’s, T.J.Maxx, Target, Ross Dress for Less and more.

Transportation in Port Arthur, TX

Port Arthur offers impressive walkability, so renters can run a lot of errands on foot. There are also different bike lanes in the city, and renters without a car can rely on Port Arthur Transit (PAT). The local bus transit provides fixed routes and paratransit services and also works with Greyhound buses. PAT also offers specialized transportation services for seniors and disabled renters who are unable to use the fixed routes. There are also taxi and rideshare services. Finally, the nearest airport to Port Arthur is Jack Brooks Regional Airport, northeast of the city.

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STUDIO	$890
1 BED	$819
2 BEDS	$1,015

2 BEDS	$985
3 BEDS	$1,185

1 BED	$945
2 BEDS	Ask for Pricing

STUDIO	$25+
1 BED	$25+
2 BEDS	Ask for Pricing

1 BED	$707
2 BEDS	$897+
3 BEDS	$1,013

STUDIO	Call for pricing
1 BED	Call for pricing
2 BEDS	Call for pricing

1 BED	$929
2 BEDS	$1,123+
3 BEDS	$1,142+

1 BED	$695+
2 BEDS	$795

1 BED	$769
2 BEDS	$1,025+

1 BED	$950+
2 BEDS	$1,175+
3 BEDS	$1,375+

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