Southlake Villas
1826 County 111-1 Rd,
Abilene, TX 79602
3 Beds | $1,795
Rental Market Trends in Abilene, TX
What is the average rent in Abilene, TX?
$902/month
Average Rent
656 Sq Ft
Average Apartment Size
+4.8%
Increase in the Last Year
As of March 2025, the average rent in Abilene, TX is $902 per month. This is 42% lower than the national average rent of $1,557/month, making renting in Abilene more affordable than most cities in the US. When you rent an apartment in Abilene, you can expect to pay about $770 per month for a studio, $902 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $1,097 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $1,315 or more.
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How much has average rent changed in Abilene, TX?
In the past year, rent has increased by 4.8%, which averages out to $44 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
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Rent Ranges in Abilene, TX
Last Updated March 2025
$700 - $1,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
14%
Below $700/month
49%
$700 - $1,000/month
33%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
3%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
0%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
Last Updated Today
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Abilene?
Based on current rent prices, North College, Downtown Abilene and Westwood Richland are the most affordable neighborhoods in Abilene.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Abilene?
Based on current rent prices, Far Southside, Chimney Rock Area and Abilene are the most expensive neighborhoods in Abilene.
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Which Abilene neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Abilene with the most apartments available are Abilene, River Oaks-Brookhollow and North Abilene .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Abilene, TX?
Because the average rent in Abilene is $902, you’ll want to make about $3,006 per month or $36,072 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Abilene, TX is 8.4% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Abilene is 19.5% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $770 - $1,315. You can expect to pay 4.8% less for groceries, 4.1% more for utilities, and 4.6% less for transportation.
How does Abilene, TX compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Abilene, TX to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
Studio
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One Bedroom
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$1,018/month
Two Bedroom
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$1,264/month
Three Bedroom
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$1,484/month
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Methodology
† Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.