Average Rent in Temple, TX
What is the average rent in Temple, TX?
The average listed apartment rent in Temple, TX is $1,237 per month, as of November 11, 2026. This sample includes 350 priced apartments in 21 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 11, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
21 apartment buildings, 350 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Temple, TXCheapest
$700/mo
Legacy at Bird Creek
Properties
21
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Units
350
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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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Temple, TX Rent Prices
All 21 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Legacy at Bird Creek
2944 W Avenue K, Temple, TX 76504, USA
Ramona Courtyard
512 W Avenue G, Temple, TX 76504, USA
Hunnington Townhomes
3701 Robinhood Dr, Temple, TX 76502, USA
Bridge Apartments
404 Fryers Creek Cir, Temple, TX 76504, USA
The Hilltop Apartment Homes
2402 S 61st St, Temple, TX 76502, USA
Creekview at 61st
3311 SW H K Dodgen Loop, Temple, TX 76502, USA
Riverwood Apartments
3550 SW H K Dodgen Loop, Temple, TX 76504, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Legacy at Bird Creek 2944 W Avenue K, Temple, TX 76504, USA | $700 | $871 | $1.17/ft² | 4 (3) | 40 |
| 2 | Ramona Courtyard 512 W Avenue G, Temple, TX 76504, USA | $750 | $750 | -- | 5 (1) | 1 |
| 3 | Hunnington Townhomes 3701 Robinhood Dr, Temple, TX 76502, USA | $765 | $765 | $0.71/ft² | 3.4 (29) | 1 |
| 4 | Bridge Apartments 404 Fryers Creek Cir, Temple, TX 76504, USA | $800 | $1,066 | $1.39/ft² | 3.7 (167) | 33 |
| 5 | The Hilltop Apartment Homes 2402 S 61st St, Temple, TX 76502, USA | $810 as of Oct 27 | $954 | $1.31/ft² | 3.4 (219) | 8 |
| 6 | Creekview at 61st 3311 SW H K Dodgen Loop, Temple, TX 76502, USA | $845 | $1,040 | $1.13/ft² | 3.9 (63) | 11 |
| 7 | Riverwood Apartments 3550 SW H K Dodgen Loop, Temple, TX 76504, USA | $845 | $913 | $1.37/ft² | 3.8 (129) | 4 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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Legacy at Bird Creek
4 (3)2944 W Avenue K, Temple, TX 76504, USA
Ramona Courtyard
5 (1)512 W Avenue G, Temple, TX 76504, USA
Hunnington Townhomes
3.4 (29)3701 Robinhood Dr, Temple, TX 76502, USA
Bridge Apartments
3.7 (167)404 Fryers Creek Cir, Temple, TX 76504, USA
The Hilltop Apartment Homes
3.4 (219)2402 S 61st St, Temple, TX 76502, USA
Creekview at 61st
3.9 (63)3311 SW H K Dodgen Loop, Temple, TX 76502, USA
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Temple, TX neighborhoods
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Temple, TX Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Temple, TX is $1,237 per month, based on 350 units across 21 apartment communities. Prices range from $700 at Legacy at Bird Creek to $2,750 at Chappell Creek Village.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bed | $1,146/mo | $700/mo | 164 |
| 2 Bed | $1,289/mo | $765/mo | 165 |
| 3 Bed | $1,577/mo | $1,284/mo | 20 |
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 Temple, TX apartments earn?
The 10 buildings we can estimate generate about $1.6M in rental revenue per month ($19M a year). Estimated from each building's unit-level listing and leasing activity.
| Building | Est. Monthly Revenue | Asking / Leased | Est. Occupancy | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.Bell Tower Apartments | $282K/mo | $1,389 / $1,341 | 97% | 216 |
| 2.Ariza Temple Apartments | $251K/mo | $1,583 / $1,440 | 87% | 200 |
| 3.Bridge Apartments | $198K/mo | $1,062 / $1,025 | 86% | 224 |
| 4.Encore Landing Apartment Homes | $194K/mo | $1,193 / $1,277 | 84% | 180 |
| 5.Echo Station Apartments | $179K/mo | $1,237 / $1,158 | 88% | 176 |
| 5 more estimated buildings | $452K/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 Temple, TX, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Temple, TX averages $1,146/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $1,289/mo. At the local median household income of $64,945, that works out to 23% 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 Temple, TX at $1,174/mo. The current tracked market average runs 5% 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 Temple, TX while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Temple, 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
$49,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,237/mo.
Comfortable income
$59,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($700/mo), you need to earn at least $28,000/year.
Median household income in Temple, TX is $64,945 , about 9% above the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Temple, TX
Overall prices in Temple, TX runs below the national average by about 8% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 92.3, 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 Temple, TX's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,237 |
| Utilities | $359 |
| Groceries | $502 |
| Transportation | $855 |
| Healthcare | $417 |
| Other goods and services | $667 |
| Estimated total | $4,037/mo |
Population
86,358
Median household income
$64,945
Census median rent
$1,174/mo
Census rent burden
30.6%
Median age
33.8
Mean commute
22 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 Temple, TX rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Temple, TX | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas, TX | $1,525 | +23% | +1.3% | 711 |
| Addison, TX | $1,653 | +34% | -2.2% | 367 |
| Austin, TX | $1,764 | +43% | +0.5% | 304 |
| Houston, TX | $1,910 | +54% | +2.3% | 246 |
| Irving, TX | $1,590 | +29% | +1% | 143 |
| Arlington, TX | $1,396 | +13% | +1.2% | 83 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Temple, TX?
The average listed apartment rent in Temple, TX is $1,237 per month, as of November 11, 2026. This sample includes 350 priced apartments in 21 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Temple, TX?
The median asking rent in Temple, TX is $1,190 per month, computed from 350 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $1,237/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Temple, TX?
The lowest available rent in Temple, TX starts at $700 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Temple, TX?
1-bedroom apartments in Temple, TX average $1,146/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $700/mo across 164 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Temple, TX?
2-bedroom apartments in Temple, TX average $1,289/mo. Units start from $765/mo across 165 units currently listed.
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