# Average Rent in Sugar Land, TX &amp; Rent Trends

> Average rent in Sugar Land, TX is $1,479/mo as of November 2026, down 10.4% this month. 1BR $1,317. Daily price history for 155 units in 8 buildings.

Canonical: https://average-rent.com/city/sugar-land-tx/trends/

Latest included observation: November 8, 2026

## What is the average rent in Sugar Land, TX?

The average listed apartment rent in Sugar Land, TX is $1,479 per month, as of November 8, 2026. This sample includes 155 priced apartments in 8 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.

Rent prices and market trends across 8 apartment communities in Sugar Land, TX. Prices update after successful source checks.

Area [All Areas](https://average-rent.com/city/sugar-land-tx/trends/?bedrooms=all) [Alkire Lake](https://average-rent.com/city/sugar-land-tx/trends/77478/?bedrooms=all)[Brazos Landing](https://average-rent.com/city/sugar-land-tx/trends/77479/?bedrooms=all)[Woodbridge Fbc](https://average-rent.com/city/sugar-land-tx/trends/77498/?bedrooms=all)

Beds [All Bedrooms](https://average-rent.com/city/sugar-land-tx/trends/?bedrooms=all) [1 Bed](https://average-rent.com/city/sugar-land-tx/trends/?bedrooms=1)[2 Bed](https://average-rent.com/city/sugar-land-tx/trends/?bedrooms=2)[3 Bed](https://average-rent.com/city/sugar-land-tx/trends/?bedrooms=3)

Showing any bedrooms in Sugar Land, TX.

Market Average

$1,479/mo

▼ 10.4% from last month

Lowest Available

$1,052/mo

cheapest unit on market

Communities

8

tracked daily

Units Listed

155

available now

## Rent by Neighborhood in Sugar Land, TX

Compare average rent across Sugar Land, TX neighborhoods. Click any area to see detailed trends.

| Neighborhood | Avg Rent | 30d Change | From | Properties | Units |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Woodbridge Fbc](https://average-rent.com/city/sugar-land-tx/trends/77498/?bedrooms=all) | $1,638 | ▲ $199 | $1,095 | 5 | 65 |
| [Brazos Landing](https://average-rent.com/city/sugar-land-tx/trends/77479/?bedrooms=all) | $1,609 | - | $1,161 | 2 | 36 |
| [Alkire Lake](https://average-rent.com/city/sugar-land-tx/trends/77478/?bedrooms=all) | $1,339 | - | $1,052 | 2 | 62 |

## Is Rent Going Up or Down in Sugar Land, TX?

As of November 2026, the average rent in Sugar Land, TX is $1,479 per month across 8 apartment communities and 155 available units. Rents have decreased $171 (10.4%) over the past month.

The most affordable option is [Foundations at River Crest &amp; Lions Head](https://average-rent.com/city/sugar-land-tx/foundations-at-river-crest-lions-head-sugar-land-tx/) starting at $1,052/mo. By unit type, a 1-bedroom averages $1,317/mo, a 2-bedroom averages $1,588/mo, a 3-bedroom averages $1,915/mo.

Prices range from $1,052 to $2,464 per month. The most common price point is the $1,200 range, where 48 units are currently listed.

## Sugar Land, TX Rent Price History

Timeframe

View as table

| Month | Avg Rent | Change | Properties |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| October 2026 | $1,515 | - | 10 |
| November 2026 | $1,486 | -$29 | 10 |

The trend line and monthly averages track each building's average listed price, recorded daily with outliers trimmed. The current month is a month-to-date figure, so it can sit above or below today's live market average shown at the top of this page.

## Average Rent by Bedroom

## Rent Price Distribution

## Rent by Bedroom Type in Sugar Land, TX

1 Bed

$1,317

from $1,052 · 79 units

2 Bed

$1,588

from $1,202 · 62 units

3 Bed

$1,915

from $1,682 · 14 units

## Rent Prices by Apartment in Sugar Land, TX

| Property | Starting at | Average | Units | Rating |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Foundations at River Crest &amp; Lions Head](https://average-rent.com/city/sugar-land-tx/foundations-at-river-crest-lions-head-sugar-land-tx/) | $1,052/mo | $1,331/mo | 46 | 4.2 |
| [The Addison at Sugar Land](https://average-rent.com/city/sugar-land-tx/the-addison-at-sugar-land-sugar-land-tx/) | $1,095/mo | $1,375/mo | 16 | 3.8 |
| [Foundations at Edgewater](https://average-rent.com/city/sugar-land-tx/foundations-at-edgewater-sugar-land-tx/) | $1,145/mo | $1,362/mo | 16 | 4.1 |
| [The Flats at Sugarland](https://average-rent.com/city/sugar-land-tx/the-flats-at-sugarland-sugar-land-tx/) | $1,161/mo | $1,516/mo | 26 | 4.1 |
| [Marquis at Sugar Land](https://average-rent.com/city/sugar-land-tx/marquis-at-sugar-land-sugar-land-tx/) | $1,202/mo | $1,217/mo | 2 | 4.8 |
| [Enclave at Woodbridge](https://average-rent.com/city/sugar-land-tx/enclave-at-woodbridge-sugar-land-tx/) | $1,229/mo | $1,590/mo | 27 | 4.2 |
| [Broadstone New Territory Apartments](https://average-rent.com/city/sugar-land-tx/broadstone-new-territory-apartments-sugar-land-tx/) | $1,344/mo | $1,850/mo | 10 | 4.2 |

## Frequently Asked Questions About Rent in Sugar Land, TX

### What is the average rent in Sugar Land, TX?

The average listed apartment rent in Sugar Land, TX is $1,479 per month, as of November 8, 2026. This sample includes 155 priced apartments in 8 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.

### What rent range can I find in Sugar Land, TX?

The apartment listings we track in Sugar Land, TX range from $1,052 to $2,464 per month, as of November 8, 2026. These are the lowest and highest listed prices. They are not a typical price for every apartment. The building, floor plan, and lease terms can affect the price.

### Are rents going up or down in Sugar Land, TX?

There is not enough comparable history to report a reliable 30-day rent change for apartment listings in Sugar Land, TX. Missing dates or a change in the buildings we track can prevent a comparison. Missing history does not mean rents stayed flat.

### How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Sugar Land, TX?

1-bedroom apartments average $1,317 per month across 79 priced listings in Sugar Land, TX. Listed rents range from $1,052 to $1,741 per month, as of November 8, 2026. Compare apartments with similar floor plans and lease terms.

### How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Sugar Land, TX?

2-bedroom apartments average $1,588 per month across 62 priced listings in Sugar Land, TX. Listed rents range from $1,202 to $2,464 per month, as of November 8, 2026. Compare apartments with similar floor plans and lease terms.

### How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Sugar Land, TX?

3-bedroom apartments average $1,915 per month across 14 priced listings in Sugar Land, TX. Listed rents range from $1,682 to $2,366 per month, as of November 8, 2026. Compare apartments with similar floor plans and lease terms.

### How do 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom rents compare in Sugar Land, TX?

The 1-bedroom average is $1,317 per month across 79 listings. The 2-bedroom average is $1,588 across 62 listings, $271 (20.6%) higher. This is a comparison of listing groups, not the cost to upgrade a specific apartment.

### Which tracked building has the lowest starting rent in Sugar Land, TX?

Foundations at River Crest &amp; Lions Head has the lowest starting rent among the buildings in the comparison table, at $1,052 per month. We track 46 priced listings matching your bedroom choice in that building, as of November 8, 2026. The starting price applies to its lowest-priced matching apartment. Check that apartment's latest price and availability.

### Which rent range has the most listings in Sugar Land, TX?

The $1,200 to $1,400 monthly range has the most matching listings: 48 units, or 31.0% of the priced apartments we track in Sugar Land, TX. This count does not tell us how fast the apartments rent.

### How many apartment listings do you track in Sugar Land, TX?

We track 155 priced units at 8 apartment buildings, as of November 8, 2026. This is not the total number of apartments in those buildings. A listing can change or become unavailable. Open the apartment details to check its latest status.

### How much rent history is available for Sugar Land, TX?

We have recorded rent data on 15 days from October 2026 through November 2026 for apartment listings in Sugar Land, TX. Some dates can be missing. The chart only shows recorded data. The current month includes the days recorded so far.

### Why can the headline rent differ from the trend chart in Sugar Land, TX?

The average at the top of the page gives each matching apartment equal weight. The chart first averages recorded prices within each building, then compares buildings. It removes the highest and lowest groups when at least ten buildings contribute and omits days with fewer than five buildings. Different dates, building counts, and listing mixes can produce different figures. The monthly table averages the recorded daily figures.

### Does my bedroom choice change the prices and answers?

Yes. Your chosen area and bedroom count filter the asking rents, listing counts, rent ranges, and answers on this page. The active community exclusions are Student housing and 55+ / senior community and Corporate housing and Military / active duty housing and Veteran housing. When you choose a bedroom count, the history chart uses recorded prices for matching apartments with a known identity. If those records are missing, we leave the chart empty rather than use prices for other bedroom types. Open an individual apartment to check its own price history.

### Do these rents include utilities, parking, and other fees?

We use the published total monthly rent when it is available and the base rent otherwise. Unknown fees are not zero. Utilities, parking, pet charges, deposits, and one-time costs can add to the amount you pay. Check the selected unit and lease terms for a complete quote.

### How should I compare free-rent offers with listed rent?

A free-rent offer can reduce the effective cost over a lease without changing the listed monthly rent. Compare the same lease length and move-in date, then include required charges and the offer conditions. The market averages do not assume an unconfirmed discount.

### Does this page represent every rental in the market?

These figures describe the priced apartment listings we track, not every rental home or every occupied apartment. Coverage and the mix of bedrooms, buildings, and locations can change. A lower market average does not prove that the same apartment received a price cut.

### How fresh are the Sugar Land, TX rent figures?

We schedule rent updates each day, but buildings can have different price-check dates. The latest accepted price check for these listings was November 8, 2026. The month label does not mean we checked every price today. Open the building or apartment details for its latest price and availability.

## What salary do I need to live comfortably in Sugar Land, 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

$59,000/year

Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,479/mo.

Comfortable income

$71,000/year

Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.

To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,052/mo), you need to earn at least **$42,000/year**.

Median household income in Sugar Land, TX is **$137,511** , about 94% above the comfortable-living threshold.

## Explore Sugar Land, TX Apartments

Browse all 8 communities with daily-updated pricing and availability.

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## Cost of living in Sugar Land, TX

Overall prices in Sugar Land, TX matches the national average by about 0% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 99.7, 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 Sugar Land, TX's regional price parities.

| Category | Monthly estimate |
| --- | --- |
| Rent (market average) | $1,479 |
| Utilities | $457 |
| Groceries | $549 |
| Transportation | $1,089 |
| Healthcare | $531 |
| Other goods and services | $850 |
| Estimated total | $4,956/mo |

Population

109,735

Median household income

$137,511

Census median rent

$1,939/mo

Census rent burden

29.5%

Median age

42.5

Mean commute

29 min

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## Google Search Trends for Sugar Land, TX Apartments

Search interest for apartments in this area over the past 12 months.

### Search Interest Over Time

[Explore more on Google Trends](https://trends.google.com/trends/explore?q=apartments%20in%20Sugar%20Land&geo=US&date=today%2012-m)

| Date or category | Average monthly rent (USD) |
| --- | --- |
| 2026-10-13 | 1,590 |
| 2026-10-16 | 1,572 |
| 2026-10-17 | 1,534 |
| 2026-10-21 | 1,482 |
| 2026-10-22 | 1,425 |
| 2026-10-23 | 1,538 |
| 2026-10-24 | 1,510 |
| 2026-10-25 | 1,483 |
| 2026-10-27 | 1,506 |
| 2026-10-28 | 1,507 |
| 2026-11-02 | 1,525 |
| 2026-11-04 | 1,486 |
| 2026-11-06 | 1,446 |
| 2026-11-07 | 1,547 |
| 2026-11-08 | 1,425 |
