Average Rent in Abilene, TX
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Abilene’s rental market offers a balanced mix of apartments and single‑family homes, catering to students, military personnel, and growing families alike. Apartment rentals start in the $800 range for studio units, with one‑bedroom options typically near $900, two‑bedroom spaces around $1,100, and three‑bedroom apartments approaching the $1,400 mark. For those seeking more space, houses in the area generally fall in the $800‑$1,000 range for a single bedroom, about $1,100 for two bedrooms, around $1,600 for three bedrooms, and larger four‑plus bedroom homes reaching the $2,100 range.
Neighborhoods such as the historic 31st Street District and the vibrant Westgate area provide convenient access to downtown’s dining, shopping, and cultural attractions, including the Grace Museum and the Paramount Theatre. Families often gravitate toward the Westside and Abram’s Ridge, where newer developments and easy commutes to schools like Abilene Independent School District’s top‑rated campuses are a draw. Meanwhile, students and staff from Dyess Air Force Base and nearby West Texas A&M University appreciate the proximity of rental apartments to campus life, public transit routes, and recreational spots such as the Abilene Zoo and the Taylor Ranch nature preserve.
Overall, Abilene’s rental landscape combines affordability with a variety of housing styles, making it an appealing choice for anyone looking to settle in West Texas. Whether you’re searching for a modern apartment in the city center or a spacious house in a quiet suburb, the city’s diverse neighborhoods and competitive rental ranges provide ample opportunities to find a comfortable home.
Abilene Rent by Property Type & Bedroom Count
Averages, medians, and ranges across recent rental listings
| Property Type | Bedrooms | Average | Median | Min – Max | 25th – 75th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment | 1 Bedroom | $1,047 | $1,000 | $421 – $2,500 | $895 – $1,100 |
| Apartment | 2 Bedroom | $1,370 | $1,252 | $975 – $2,498 | $1,090 – $1,455 |
| Apartment | 3 Bedroom | $1,766 | $1,600 | $1,250 – $2,899 | $1,397 – $2,299 |
| House | 1 Bedroom | $1,189 | $850 | $600 – $5,500 | $695 – $995 |
| House | 2 Bedroom | $1,545 | $1,325 | $750 – $5,500 | $1,065 – $1,500 |
| House | 3 Bedroom | $2,325 | $2,200 | $895 – $8,500 | $1,695 – $2,595 |
| House | 4+ Bedroom | $3,102 | $2,722 | $1,195 – $10,000 | $2,195 – $3,750 |
Current rent in Abilene (all property types): 1 Bedroom $1,091, 2 Bedroom $1,471, 3 Bedroom $2,293, 4+ Bedroom $3,050.
Note: This analysis includes only bedroom types with sufficient data.
Map of City of Abilene
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