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Life in Brownsville & Beyond

Brownsville shares many of the great qualities that make Texas a desirable place to live.

Texas is a state known for its rich history, diverse culture, and abundant natural beauty. Learn the history and tradition of this place by visiting iconic sites like the Alamo, San Jacinto Monument, and the Texas State Capitol. Texas is also home to top-notch universities like the University of Texas at Austin, Texas A&M University, and Rice University. In addition, a blend of the energy, technology, and agriculture industries sustains a robust economy in Texas.

Texas offers a range of adventures, from scenic drives in the Hill Country to the beautiful beaches of South Padre Island. Sports fans can enjoy the Dallas Cowboys (NFL), Houston Texans (NFL), Dallas Stars (NHL), Houston Astros (MLB), Texas Rangers (MLB), Houston Rockets (NBA), San Antonio Spurs (NBA), and Dallas Mavericks (NBA) at venues like AT&T Stadium or Minute Maid Park, or cheer on the state's many fantastic college sports teams. In addition, make sure to take advantage of famous attractions like the Space Center Houston, the San Antonio Riverwalk, or the Fort Worth Stockyards.

With its thriving economy, affordable living, and welcoming communities, embrace the Lone Star State and see why Texas is such a great place to live.

Rental Market Trends

Brownsville, TX

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As of November 2026, Brownsville's rental market is highly competitive, with rentals spending about 23 days on the market, faster than in Texas (32), and rents about flat over the past year. Brownsville's average rent is 36.9% ($628) lower than the Texas average of $1,704 and 47.2% ($960) lower than the U.S. average of $2,036.

Average Rent
$1,076
Monthly ChangeMonth Over Month Change
Decreased0.19% ($2)
Yearly ChangeYear Over Year Change
Decreased0.4% ($4)
Days on Market
23
Unit Type Average Rent Monthly ChangeMonth Over Month Change Yearly ChangeYear Over Year Change
1 Bed $962 Increased0.18% ($2) Decreased2.9% ($29)
2 Beds $1,108 Increased0.70% ($8) Increased3.3% ($35)
3 Beds $1,210 Decreased0.84% ($10) Decreased2.4% ($30)
Nearby Cities Average Rent Avg. Rent vs. BrownsvilleAverage Rent vs. Brownsville Days on Market
Olmito $1,629 Increased51.4% ($553) 25 days
Port Isabel $1,777 Increased65.1% ($701) 24 days
Los Fresnos $1,538 Increased42.9% ($462) 25 days
San Benito $931 Decreased13.5% ($145) 27 days
Harlingen $1,196 Increased11.2% ($120) 28 days
Based on rentals advertised on RentalSource in and around Brownsville.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Explore rental prices, market conditions, and affordability in Brownsville, TX.

The average rent in Brownsville, TX is about $1,076 per month.
In Brownsville, the average rent is about $962 per month for a 1-bedroom home, about $1,108 for a 2-bedroom home and about $1,210 for a 3-bedroom home.
The average rent in Brownsville is 47.2% ($960) lower than the national average of $2,036 per month.
The rental market in Brownsville, TX is currently highly competitive, with rentals spending about 23 days on the market, faster than in Texas (32), and rents about flat over the past year.
Based on the current averages, a household would need an annual income of about $44,300 to comfortably afford a 2-bedroom home in Brownsville.
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