Average Rent in Denton, TX
What is the average rent in Denton, TX?
The average listed apartment rent in Denton, TX is $1,552 per month, as of November 8, 2026. This sample includes 953 priced apartments in 39 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 6, 2026 through November 8, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
39 apartment buildings, 953 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Denton, TXCheapest
$775/mo
The Village
Properties
39
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Units
953
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Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
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Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
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Denton, TX Rent Prices
All 39 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Across The Street Apartments
1701 W Oak St, Denton, TX 76201, USA
Crash Pads / The Hangar Apartments
814 Bernard St, Denton, TX 76201, USA
Iconic Village Apartments
2411 W Hickory St, Denton, TX 76201, USA
The Quarter Apartments
1003 Eagle Dr, Denton, TX 76201, USA
The Village
1112 Eagle Dr, Denton, TX 76201, USA
Woodhill
1408 Teasley Ln, Denton, TX 76205, USA
The Loop Apartments
517 N Loop 288, Denton, TX 76209, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Across The Street Apartments 1701 W Oak St, Denton, TX 76201, USA | $479 as of Sep 29 | $636 | $0.92/ft² | 1.8 (54) | 6 |
| 2 | Crash Pads / The Hangar Apartments 814 Bernard St, Denton, TX 76201, USA | $489 as of Sep 29 | $634 | $0.61/ft² | 3.2 (25) | 4 |
| 3 | Iconic Village Apartments 2411 W Hickory St, Denton, TX 76201, USA | $489 as of Sep 29 | $642 | $0.71/ft² | 2.6 (103) | 6 |
| 4 | The Quarter Apartments 1003 Eagle Dr, Denton, TX 76201, USA | $489 as of Sep 29 | $601 | $0.59/ft² | 2.7 (102) | 5 |
| 5 | The Village 1112 Eagle Dr, Denton, TX 76201, USA | $775 | $775 | $1.63/ft² | 5 (2) | 1 |
| 6 | Woodhill 1408 Teasley Ln, Denton, TX 76205, USA | $780 | $1,179 | $1.39/ft² | 3.3 (258) | 48 |
| 7 | The Loop Apartments 517 N Loop 288, Denton, TX 76209, USA | $815 | $1,001 | $1.11/ft² | 3.6 (217) | 4 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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Across The Street Apartments
1.8 (54)1701 W Oak St, Denton, TX 76201, USA
Crash Pads / The Hangar Apartments
3.2 (25)814 Bernard St, Denton, TX 76201, USA
Iconic Village Apartments
2.6 (103)2411 W Hickory St, Denton, TX 76201, USA
The Quarter Apartments
2.7 (102)1003 Eagle Dr, Denton, TX 76201, USA
The Village
5 (2)1112 Eagle Dr, Denton, TX 76201, USA
Woodhill
3.3 (258)1408 Teasley Ln, Denton, TX 76205, USA
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Denton, TX neighborhoods
Tracked buildings across 6 named neighborhoods. Pick one to see its apartments.
Denton, TX Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Denton, TX is $1,552 per month, based on 953 units across 39 apartment communities. Prices range from $775 at The Village to $2,829 at The Beverley at Denton.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,345/mo | $1,195/mo | 2 |
| 1 Bed | $1,288/mo | $775/mo | 428 |
| 2 Bed | $1,673/mo | $888/mo | 376 |
| 3 Bed | $1,991/mo | $1,149/mo | 122 |
| 4 Bed | $2,140/mo | $1,644/mo | 25 |
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.
Building Economics
How much do Denton, TX apartments earn?
The 14 buildings we can estimate generate about $4.6M in rental revenue per month ($55M a year). Estimated from each building's unit-level listing and leasing activity.
| Building | Est. Monthly Revenue | Asking / Leased | Est. Occupancy | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.Hickory Creek Ranch Apartments | $1.1M/mo | $1,613 / $1,581 | 99% | 704 |
| 2.Yardly Elm | $509K/mo | 88% | 316 | |
| 3.Prose Prominence | $437K/mo | $1,641 / $1,340 | 91% | 360 |
| 4.Carmel Villas | $410K/mo | $2,030 / $2,000 | 89% | 230 |
| 5.Woodhill | $317K/mo | $1,181 / $1,105 | 85% | 336 |
| 9 more estimated buildings | $1.8M/mo |
Research estimates from listing activity, not operator financials. Asking is the average listed rent; leased is the average rent at which units left the market. Click any building for the full revenue breakdown and methodology.
Market Context
Who rents in Denton, TX, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Denton, TX averages $1,288/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $1,673/mo. At the local median household income of $73,719, that works out to 25% of gross income, well within the 25 percent comfortable-rent threshold.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Denton, TX at $1,344/mo. The current tracked market average runs 15% 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 Denton, TX while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
Who employs renters in Dallas-Fort Worth
Demand in the Dallas-Fort Worth rental market is shaped by the metro's largest private and public employers. The following organizations anchor local hiring and influence what renters can pay:
- University of North Texas
- Peterbilt Motors
- Tetra Pak
Mean one-way commute in Denton, TX is 25 minutes, per the Census ACS, useful context when weighing which properties sit inside reasonable reach of these employers.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Denton, 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
$62,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,552/mo.
Comfortable income
$74,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($775/mo), you need to earn at least $31,000/year.
Median household income in Denton, TX is $73,719 , about 1% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Denton, TX
Overall prices in Denton, TX runs above the national average by about 2% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 102.5, 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 Denton, TX's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,552 |
| Utilities | $507 |
| Groceries | $560 |
| Transportation | $1,208 |
| Healthcare | $589 |
| Other goods and services | $943 |
| Estimated total | $5,358/mo |
Population
146,987
Median household income
$73,719
Census median rent
$1,344/mo
Census rent burden
34.9%
Median age
31.0
Mean commute
25 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.
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Nearby cities in Texas
How Denton, TX rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Denton, TX | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas, TX | $1,512 | -3% | -3.3% | 710 |
| Addison, TX | $1,652 | +6% | -0.2% | 367 |
| Austin, TX | $1,776 | +14% | -1.7% | 304 |
| Houston, TX | $1,928 | +24% | -2% | 244 |
| Irving, TX | $1,590 | +2% | +5% | 143 |
| Arlington, TX | $1,403 | -10% | +0.6% | 83 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Denton, TX?
The average listed apartment rent in Denton, TX is $1,552 per month, as of November 8, 2026. This sample includes 953 priced apartments in 39 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Denton, TX?
The median asking rent in Denton, TX is $1,500 per month, computed from 953 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $1,552/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Denton, TX?
The lowest available rent in Denton, TX starts at $775 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Denton, TX?
1-bedroom apartments in Denton, TX average $1,288/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $775/mo across 428 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Denton, TX?
2-bedroom apartments in Denton, TX average $1,673/mo. Units start from $888/mo across 376 units currently listed.
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