Average Rent in Midtown, Houston, TX

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Current Versus Historical Midtown, Houston, TX Rents

Midtown rentals average $1,350 for a studio rental to $4,700 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $1,850, or roughly $2 per square feet.
For the apartment units and housing in March 2025, median rents have risen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $268 (-16.18%) year-over-year from $1,655 to $1,388. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $375 (18.02%) year-over-year from $2,079 to $2,454. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $2,255 (68.78%) year-over-year from $3,279 to $5,534. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $174 (6.16%) year-over-year from $2,821 to $2,995. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $183 (4.35%) year-over-year from $4,217 to $4,400. Note that this figure includes all active and rented listings throughout the month.
Month-to-month, seasonality might have a bigger impact than overall trend price changes. Studio rents have gone down by 16.14% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 5.26% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 26.06% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 3.66% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone down by 4.35% this month.
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Price / Sqft
Mar 2025 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio $2.24 $1,388 $1,655 (-16.18%) $1,387 (0.07%)
1 BR $2.23 $2,454 $2,079 (18.02%) $1,677 (46.27%)
2 BR $1.92 $5,534 $3,279 (68.78%) $2,995 (84.80%)
3 BR $1.32 $2,995 $2,821 (6.16%) $2,661 (12.57%)
4+ BR $1.34 $4,400 $4,217 (4.35%) $3,631 (21.18%)

Historical Rents in Midtown, Houston, TX

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Top Cities Near Midtown

There are a total of 15 cities nearby Midtown. The average rent in Midtown is currently $2,000 per month. A total of 5 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Baytown, TX, with an average rent of $1,600, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Midtown, Houston, TX is Fulshear, TX. Monthly rents here are on average $3,200 per month.

Let's compare Midtown, Houston, TX's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 38.49% more expensive. Two bedrooms in Midtown, Houston, TX are about 27.33% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 27.08% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 15 total cities near Midtown, Houston, TX in the following chart.
City Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Baytown, TX $823 $900 $1,200 $1,600
Houston, TX $1,299 $1,253 $1,647 $1,800
Pasadena, TX N/A $875 $1,313 $1,850
Mission Bend, TX N/A $1,475 $1,650 $1,938
Spring, TX N/A N/A $1,525 $2,000
Missouri City, TX N/A N/A N/A $2,400
Atascocita, TX N/A $1,258 $1,709 $2,400
League City, TX N/A $895 $1,595 $2,400
Pearland, TX N/A N/A $1,400 $2,450
Sugar Land, TX N/A $2,175 $1,800 $2,450

Top Neighborhoods Near Midtown

There are a total of 46 neighborhoods in or near Midtown. Some of these neighborhoods include South Main, Sharpstown, and Greater Eastwood. We've included the top 30 neighborhoods out of 46 total neighborhoods in or near Midtown, Houston, TX in the following chart.

The average rent for these 30 neighborhoods in or near Midtown, Houston, TX is currently around $1,853 per month. A total of 23 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only seven neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $1,853. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than Midtown's average rent, which is only $1,850. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Midtown, Greater Inwood has the most affordable average rent at $1,050 per month. Whereas, at $2,950 average rent per month, Sterling Ridge is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Midtown. View the following chart for more information.
Neighborhood Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
South Main, Houston, TX N/A $1,100 $1,295 $1,250
Sharpstown, Houston, TX N/A $906 $1,350 $1,311
Greater Eastwood, Houston, TX $1,125 $1,200 $1,550 $1,375
Woodlake - Briar Meadow, Houston, TX $850 $1,000 $1,500 $1,450
Braeswood Place, Houston, TX $1,249 $1,200 $1,480 $1,480
Neartown - Montrose, Houston, TX $925 $1,273 $2,000 $1,499
Astrodome, Houston, TX N/A $1,295 $1,565 $1,500
Greater Third Ward, Houston, TX $700 $1,050 $1,200 $1,625
Spring Branch East, Houston, TX $3,525 $1,410 $1,795 $1,639
Trinity - Houston Gardens, Houston, TX $5,250 $769 $1,175 $1,650
South Park, Houston, TX N/A N/A $1,300 $1,650
University Place, Houston, TX N/A $1,495 $2,000 $1,716
Greater Heights, Houston, TX $1,409 $1,629 $2,225 $1,767
Second Ward, Houston, TX $775 $1,000 $1,675 $1,775
OST - South Union, Houston, TX $2,400 $1,013 $1,250 $1,800
Greenway - Upper Kirby, Houston, TX N/A $1,456 $2,075 $1,820
Sunnyside, Houston, TX N/A N/A $1,300 $1,885
MacGregor, Houston, TX N/A $1,600 $1,625 $1,900
Northside Village, Houston, TX $1,000 $1,050 $1,600 $1,950
Downtown Houston, Houston, TX $1,580 $1,905 $2,450 $1,960
Great Uptown, Houston, TX N/A $1,399 $2,000 $1,980
Central Southwest, Houston, TX $1,500 $1,293 $1,488 $1,998
Northside - Northline, Houston, TX N/A $950 $1,425 $2,000
Greater Fifth Ward, Houston, TX $800 $1,571 $1,038 $2,100
Acres Home, Houston, TX N/A $1,513 $1,375 $2,195
South Acres - Crestmont Park, Houston, TX N/A N/A N/A $2,270
Independence Heights, Houston, TX N/A $1,499 $1,500 $2,350
The Museum District, Houston, TX N/A $1,831 $2,695 $2,456
Oak Forest - Garden Oaks, Houston, TX N/A $1,394 $1,650 $2,500
Washington Avenue - Memorial Park, Houston, TX $849 $1,220 $2,026 $2,875

Top Counties Near Midtown

There are a total of 46 counties located by Midtown, Houston, TX. Some of these counties include Baytown, TX, Pasadena, TX, and Houston, TX. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,003. That's roughly around $1 per sqft. A total of 6 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Prairie View-Waller, TX. It's average rent per month is $1,350. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,550, Fulshear-Simonton, TX is the most expensive county by Midtown, Houston, TX.

Typically, rent for studios in Midtown, Houston, TX is 19.81% more expensive than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in Midtown, Houston, TX is 24.57% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in Midtown, Houston, TX is 28.25% more expensive than other counties nearby. We've listed the top 10 counties in the chart below.
County Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Baytown, TX $850 $900 $1,250 $1,599
Pasadena, TX N/A $838 $1,275 $1,800
Houston, TX $1,329 $1,265 $1,625 $1,890
Southeast Harris, TX N/A $1,375 $1,525 $1,973
Northeast Harris, TX $1,075 $1,818 $1,295 $1,988
Stafford-Missouri City, TX N/A $1,665 $2,069 $2,034
Northwest Harris, TX $1,090 $999 $1,420 $2,150
Rosenberg-Richmond, TX $4,000 $1,345 $2,105 $2,199
Sugar Land, TX N/A $1,452 $1,977 $2,400
Alvin-Pearland, TX $2,900 $795 $1,300 $2,400

Top Zipcodes Near Midtown

There are a total of 49 zipcodes in or near Midtown, Houston, TX. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,000. A total of 17 zipcodes have a average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 77036, Houston, TX at $1,136 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $2,900 per month is 77008, Houston, TX.

Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near Midtown, Houston, TX is $1,204 per month. Or in other words, $2 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,700 per month. Which comes out to $2 per sqft. The following chart includes the top 10 zipcodes in Midtown, Houston, TX. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.
Zipcode Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
77006, Houston, TX $925 $1,450 $2,174 $1,650
77002, Houston, TX $1,530 $1,860 $2,195 $1,895
77004, Houston, TX $725 $1,400 $1,700 $1,985
77019, Houston, TX $1,095 $1,390 $2,300 $2,295
77007, Houston, TX $1,409 $1,649 $2,052 $2,100
77098, Houston, TX $890 $1,450 $2,230 $1,895
77021, Houston, TX $2,400 $1,013 $1,315 $1,800
77027, Houston, TX N/A $1,340 $1,830 $1,830
77054, Houston, TX N/A $1,204 $1,508 $1,400
77008, Houston, TX $1,095 $1,275 $2,470 $2,900

Frequently Asked Questions - Midtown Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Midtown, Houston, TX?
The average monthly rental price for Midtown, Houston, TX apartments for rent is approximately $1,850. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.
Do Midtown, Houston, TX rent prices drop in winter?
Yes! On average we see a 3.4% drop in rental prices between the peak summer months and the slower winter months. With the added bonus of decreased competition from other renters looking to move, winter is generally considered the best time of the year to find an apartment for rent in Midtown, Houston, TX.
How much is a studio apartment in Midtown, Houston, TX?
The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,350 and an average price per square feet of $2.24. There are a total of 11 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in Midtown.
How much is a one bedroom apartment in Midtown, Houston, TX?
The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,625 and an average price per square feet of $2.23. There are a total of 57 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Midtown.
How much is a two bedroom apartment in Midtown, Houston, TX?
The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $2,195 and an average price per square feet of $1.92. There are a total of 31 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Midtown.
How have rent prices in Midtown, Houston, TX changed this year?
Rent prices for rentals in Midtown, Houston, TX can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.16%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.18%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.69%, and three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.06% year-over-year.
What is a reasonable rent price in Midtown, Houston, TX?
A reasonable rent price in Midtown, Houston, TX is around $1,480/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.
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