Arlington, TX Rental Market Trends
Last updated: August 01, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau
Highlights
The average rent for an apartment in Arlington is $1,359, a 0.06% decrease compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,359.
Studio Apartments at $991 offer the most budget-friendly option with 472 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.
One-bedroom apartments provide 683 square feet for $1,146, balancing privacy and affordability.
Two-bedroom units at $1,508 offer 984 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.
Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,267 sq ft) for $1,958, suitable for larger households.
Average rent in Arlington, TX
Last updated: August 01, 2026
| Average Rent | Average Apartment Size | |
|---|---|---|
| All Rentals | $1,359 | 843 sq. ft. |
| Studio | $991 | 472 sq. ft. |
| 1 Bed | $1,146 | 683 sq. ft. |
| 2 Beds | $1,508 | 984 sq. ft. |
| 3 Beds | $1,958 | 1,267 sq. ft. |
Arlington, TX rent trends
Rental prices in Arlington, TX have decreased by 0.06% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,359 to $1,359.
What's the typical rent budget in Arlington, TX?
The largest share of rentals in Arlington, TX (56%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.
Do most people rent or own in Arlington, TX?
65,068 or 46% of the households in Arlington, TX are renter-occupied while 77,387 or 54% are owner-occupied.
Most affordable neighborhoods in Arlington?
Buena Vista $1,043/month
Hollandale $1,075/month
Woodland Park Estates $1,132/month
All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,359/month.Most expensive neighborhoods in Arlington?
Westway $1,710/month
Harris Ridge $1,822/month
Harris Crossing $2,197/month
These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.Average Rent in Arlington, TX By Neighborhood
| Neighborhood | Average Rent |
|---|---|
| Harris Crossing | $2,197 |
| Harris Ridge | $1,822 |
| Westway | $1,710 |
| Downtown Arlington | $1,503 |
| Falcon Lakes | $1,412 |
| Rolling Meadows | $1,392 |
| Parkway Central | $1,383 |
| Southwoods | $1,359 |
| Baird Farm Estates | $1,283 |
| Parkway North | $1,274 |
| Mill Creek Estates | $1,218 |
| Brookhollow | $1,192 |
| River Bend | $1,192 |
| Woodland Park Estates | $1,132 |
| Hollandale | $1,075 |
| Buena Vista | $1,043 |
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Arlington | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood
Rent in Baird Farm Estates is 8% higher than in Brookhollow
$1,283
Baird Farm Estates rent is 6% lower than Arlington average
Average Rent
$1,283
$1,192
Brookhollow rent is 12% lower than Arlington average
Average Rent
$1,192
How Arlington Compares to Other Cities
| City | Average Rent |
|---|---|
| Arlington | $1,359 |
| Houston | $1,345 |
| San Antonio | $1,264 |
| Dallas | $1,592 |
| Austin | $1,638 |
| Fort Worth | $1,453 |
| Killeen | $1,078 |
| El Paso | $1,131 |
| Irving | $1,501 |
| Plano | $1,689 |
| Denton | $1,531 |
| Lewisville, TX | $1,486 |
| Grand Prairie, TX | $1,540 |
| Carrollton, TX | $1,578 |
| Red Oak, TX | $1,750 |
| Midlothian, TX | $1,707 |
| DeSoto, TX | $1,386 |
| Euless, TX | $1,487 |
| Burleson, TX | $1,522 |
| Flower Mound, TX | $1,991 |
| Keller, TX | $1,724 |
Where this data comes from
The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.
Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Arlington apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.
Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.