Average Rent in Brownsville, TX
What is the average rent in Brownsville, TX?
The average listed apartment rent in Brownsville, TX is $1,292 per month, as of November 8, 2026. This sample includes 46 priced apartments in 9 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Included building observations run from November 7, 2026 through November 8, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
9 apartment buildings, 46 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Brownsville, TXCheapest
$859/mo
Borders Apartments
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9
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Units
46
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Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
Compare pricing across all 9 properties in Brownsville, TX.
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Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
Price per Square Foot
Brownsville, TX Rent Prices
All 9 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Borders Apartments
375 Media Luna Rd, Brownsville, TX 78521, USA
Citrus Gardens
2100 Grapefruit St, Brownsville, TX 78521, USA
La Nueva Casa Grande
2425 Barnard Rd, Brownsville, TX 78520, USA
Los Cedros Apartments
1025 Wild Rose Ln # 604B, Brownsville, TX 78520, USA
La Villita Apartments
529 Old Port Isabel Rd, Brownsville, TX 78521, USA
La Residencia Apartments
2454 E Price Rd, Brownsville, TX 78521, USA
Rosemont of El Dorado
185 Robindale Rd, Brownsville, TX 78521, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Borders Apartments 375 Media Luna Rd, Brownsville, TX 78521, USA | $859 | $1,125 | $1.12/ft² | 4.1 (195) | 11 |
| 2 | Citrus Gardens 2100 Grapefruit St, Brownsville, TX 78521, USA | $873 | $1,032 | $0.95/ft² | 4.2 (27) | 4 |
| 3 | La Nueva Casa Grande 2425 Barnard Rd, Brownsville, TX 78520, USA | $950 | $1,346 | $1.06/ft² | 3.2 (59) | 10 |
| 4 | Los Cedros Apartments 1025 Wild Rose Ln # 604B, Brownsville, TX 78520, USA | $959 | $1,025 | $1.56/ft² | 4.4 (62) | 4 |
| 5 | La Villita Apartments 529 Old Port Isabel Rd, Brownsville, TX 78521, USA | $990 as of Jul 6 | $1,178 | $1.26/ft² | 4.3 (58) | 5 |
| 6 | La Residencia Apartments 2454 E Price Rd, Brownsville, TX 78521, USA | $1,055 as of Oct 12 | $1,134 | -- | 3.4 (153) | 32 |
| 7 | Rosemont of El Dorado 185 Robindale Rd, Brownsville, TX 78521, USA | $1,139 | $1,208 | $1.27/ft² | 5 (38) | 4 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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Borders Apartments
4.1 (195)375 Media Luna Rd, Brownsville, TX 78521, USA
Citrus Gardens
4.2 (27)2100 Grapefruit St, Brownsville, TX 78521, USA
La Nueva Casa Grande
3.2 (59)2425 Barnard Rd, Brownsville, TX 78520, USA
Los Cedros Apartments
4.4 (62)1025 Wild Rose Ln # 604B, Brownsville, TX 78520, USA
La Villita Apartments
4.3 (58)529 Old Port Isabel Rd, Brownsville, TX 78521, USA
La Residencia Apartments
3.4 (153)2454 E Price Rd, Brownsville, TX 78521, USA
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Brownsville, TX Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Brownsville, TX is $1,292 per month, based on 46 units across 9 apartment communities. Prices range from $859 at Borders Apartments to $2,197 at La Mansion Del Paso.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bed | $1,090/mo | $859/mo | 10 |
| 2 Bed | $1,261/mo | $950/mo | 25 |
| 3 Bed | $1,373/mo | $1,184/mo | 8 |
| 4 Bed | $1,920/mo | $1,895/mo | 2 |
We schedule daily price checks. The included observations can have different dates. Request an area we do not cover so we can review it for coverage.
Market Context
Who rents in Brownsville, TX, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Brownsville, TX averages $1,090/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $1,261/mo. At the local median household income of $48,675, that works out to 32% of gross income, above the 30 percent affordability ceiling, a stretched-budget market.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Brownsville, TX at $906/mo. The current tracked market average runs 43% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Brownsville, TX while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Brownsville, TX?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$52,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,292/mo.
Comfortable income
$62,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($859/mo), you need to earn at least $34,000/year.
Median household income in Brownsville, TX is $48,675 , about 22% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Brownsville, TX
Overall prices in Brownsville, TX runs below the national average by about 14% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 85.7, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Brownsville, TX's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,292 |
| Utilities | $240 |
| Groceries | $502 |
| Transportation | $571 |
| Healthcare | $279 |
| Other goods and services | $446 |
| Estimated total | $3,329/mo |
Population
188,023
Median household income
$48,675
Census median rent
$906/mo
Census rent burden
29.4%
Median age
30.9
Mean commute
21 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
Compare
Nearby cities in Texas
How Brownsville, TX rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Brownsville, TX | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas, TX | $1,512 | +17% | -3.3% | 710 |
| Addison, TX | $1,652 | +28% | -0.2% | 367 |
| Austin, TX | $1,776 | +37% | -1.7% | 304 |
| Houston, TX | $1,928 | +49% | -2% | 244 |
| Irving, TX | $1,590 | +23% | +5% | 143 |
| Arlington, TX | $1,403 | +9% | +0.6% | 83 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Brownsville, TX?
The average listed apartment rent in Brownsville, TX is $1,292 per month, as of November 8, 2026. This sample includes 46 priced apartments in 9 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Brownsville, TX?
The median asking rent in Brownsville, TX is $1,251 per month, computed from 46 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $1,292/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Brownsville, TX?
The lowest available rent in Brownsville, TX starts at $859 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Brownsville, TX?
1-bedroom apartments in Brownsville, TX average $1,090/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $859/mo across 10 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Brownsville, TX?
2-bedroom apartments in Brownsville, TX average $1,261/mo. Units start from $950/mo across 25 units currently listed.
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