What's the average rent in El Paso, TX?

Rental Market Trends in El Paso, TX

SOURCE: TRULIA DATA

Rental market highlights

As of May 2026, the average rent in El Paso, TX is $1,575 per month, which is 18% lower than the national average rent of $1,930 per month.

AVERAGE RENT

$1,575
1.6%
$25 increase month-over-month
-1.3%
-$20 decrease year-over-year

AVAILABLE RENTALS

1,212

APARTMENTS

$1,054

HOUSES

$1,850

TOWNHOUSES

$1,400
As of May 2026, apartments are the most affordable rental option in El Paso, TX at $1,054 per month, while houses are the most expensive at $1,850 per month. Townhomes average $1,400 per month, offering a mid-range alternative for renters.

Average rent by number of bedrooms

Floor plan typeAverage rent
1 Bedroom$870
2 Bedrooms$1,150
3 Bedrooms$1,675
4 Bedrooms$2,000
All$1,575
As of May 2026, the average rent for a 1 bedroom rental in El Paso, TX is $870 per month, followed by $1,150 for a 2 bedroom rental, $1,675 for a 3 bedroom rental, and $2,000 for a 4 bedroom rental.

Average rent trends and rent ranges

Average rent price over time

In the past year, rent has decreased by -3% compared to the previous year, which is a $45 decrease.
This year (2026)
Last year (2025)

Rent distribution

40% of rentals have rent of $1,500-$2,199/month

Rental price range

The price range for rentals is $425 to $9,495.
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