What is the average apartment size in Arlington?

The average size for a Arlington, TX apartment is 842 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Arlington?

As of Sep / 2026, the average rent in Arlington is $1,361 per month, a 0.65% increase from last years average of $1,353.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Arlington?

In Arlington, studios rent for $984 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,149 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,511 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $1,969 per month

What is the average apartment size in Arlington?

The typical apartment in Arlington offers about 842 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Arlington?

Studio apartments in Arlington average 472 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 683 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 985 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,268 sq. ft.

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Arlington?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Arlington include Buena Vista ($1,055/month), Forest Lake ($1,097/month), and Hollandale ($1,101/month), all below the citywide average of $1,361.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Arlington?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Arlington are Westway ($1,700/month), Harris Ridge ($1,796/month), and Harris Crossing ($2,187/month), often due to premium locations and high-end amenities.

Arlington, TX Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Arlington?

The typical rent budget in Arlington ranges from $1,001 to $1,500 per month, with 57% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Arlington?

In Arlington, 46% of households rent while 54% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: October 31, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Arlington is $1,361, a 0.65% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,353.

Studio Apartments at $984 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 $1,149, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-bedroom units at $1,511 offer 985 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,268 sq ft) for $1,969, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Arlington, TX

Last updated: October 31, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,361	842 sq. ft.
Studio	$984	472 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,149	683 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,511	985 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$1,969	1,268 sq. ft.

Arlington, TX rent trends

Rental prices in Arlington, TX have increased by 0.65% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,353 to $1,361.

What's the typical rent budget in Arlington, TX?

The largest share of rentals in Arlington, TX (57%) 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 $1,055/month

Forest Lake $1,097/month

Hollandale $1,101/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,361/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Arlington?

Westway $1,700/month

Harris Ridge $1,796/month

Harris Crossing $2,187/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	$2,187
Harris Ridge	$1,796
Westway	$1,700
Downtown Arlington	$1,533
Arlington Tech Centre	$1,416
Rolling Meadows	$1,389
Southwoods	$1,385
Parkway Central	$1,372
Falcon Lakes	$1,360
Baird Farm Estates	$1,288
Stoneridge	$1,253
Parkway North	$1,224
Brookhollow	$1,180
Mill Creek Estates	$1,174
River Bend	$1,150
Woodland Park Estates	$1,131
Hollandale	$1,101
Forest Lake	$1,097
Buena Vista	$1,055

Arlington | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Arlington Tech Centre is 10% higher than in Baird Farm Estates

$1,416

Arlington Tech Centre rent is 4% higher than Arlington average

Average Rent $1,416

$1,288

Baird Farm Estates rent is 5% lower than Arlington average

Average Rent $1,288

How Arlington Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Arlington	$1,361
San Antonio	$1,254
Houston	$1,343
Dallas	$1,594
Austin	$1,643
Fort Worth	$1,462
Temple	$1,141
Killeen	$1,076
Irving	$1,513
El Paso	$1,150
Plano	$1,694
Grand Prairie	$1,541
Lewisville	$1,486
Carrollton, TX	$1,575
Red Oak, TX	$1,770
Euless, TX	$1,497
Midlothian, TX	$1,681
Mansfield, TX	$1,664
Crowley, TX	$1,696
DeSoto, TX	$1,403
North Richland Hills, TX	$1,445

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.