What is the average apartment size in El Paso?

The average size for a El Paso, TX apartment is 831 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in El Paso?

As of Feb / 2026, the average rent in El Paso is $1,117 per month, a 2.09% increase from last years average of $1,094.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in El Paso?

In El Paso, studios rent for $765 per month, one-bedroom units average $999 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,166 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $1,446 per month

What is the average apartment size in El Paso?

The typical apartment in El Paso offers about 831 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in El Paso?

Studio apartments in El Paso average 382 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 650 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 925 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,204 sq. ft.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in El Paso?

The most expensive neighborhoods in El Paso are Ranchos del Sol ($1,357/month), Borderland ($1,516/month), and North Hills ($1,569/month), often due to premium locations and high-end amenities.

El Paso, TX Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in El Paso?

The typical rent budget in El Paso ranges from $1,001 to $1,500 per month, with 46% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in El Paso?

In El Paso, 40% of households rent while 60% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Q: What are the most affordable neighborhoods in El Paso?

The most affordable neighborhoods in El Paso include Hacienda Heights - Sageland ($821/month), Angel's Triangle ($852/month), and Lincoln Park ($861/month), all below the citywide average of $1,117.

Last updated: April 02, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in El Paso is $1,117, a 2.09% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,094.

Studio Apartments at $765 offer the most budget-friendly option with 382 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 650 square feet for $999, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,166 offer 925 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,204 sq ft) for $1,446, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in El Paso, TX

Last updated: April 02, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,117	831 sq. ft.
Studio	$765	382 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$999	650 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,166	925 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$1,446	1,204 sq. ft.

El Paso, TX rent trends

What's the typical rent budget in El Paso, TX?

The largest share of rentals in El Paso, TX (46%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in El Paso, TX?

96,529 or 40% of the households in El Paso, TX are renter-occupied while 145,953 or 60% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in El Paso?

Hacienda Heights - Sageland $821/month

Angel's Triangle $852/month

Lincoln Park $861/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,117/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in El Paso?

Ranchos del Sol $1,357/month

Borderland $1,516/month

North Hills $1,569/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in El Paso, TX By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
North Hills	$1,569
Borderland	$1,516
Ranchos del Sol	$1,357
Americas	$1,314
Los Paseos	$1,275
Mesa Hills	$1,271
Las Tierras	$1,268
Castner Heights	$1,256
Las Palmas	$1,231
Coronado	$1,226
Franklin State Park	$1,219
Indian Ridge	$1,219
West Green	$1,200
Thunderbird	$1,191
Upper Mesa Hills	$1,152
Vista Hills Park	$1,125
Shearman Park	$1,114
Mountain Park - Sunrise	$1,102
Lakehurst	$1,098
Album	$1,096
Ranchland	$1,094
Vista de Oro	$1,094
Summit Place	$1,072
Stone Ridge	$1,071
Marty Robbins	$1,070
Montoya Heights	$1,061
Ysleta	$1,048
Mountain Arroyos	$1,042
Pebble Brook	$1,018
Cielo Vista	$1,014
Rosedale Farms	$991
Cork - Scotsdale	$970
Milagro Hills	$969
Shawver Park	$936
Buena Vista - Hidden Valley	$935
Mission Hills	$920
Golden Hill	$917
Sunset Heights	$906
Mountain View - Dolphin	$896
Yucca	$869
Lincoln Park	$861
Angel's Triangle	$852
Hacienda Heights - Sageland	$821

El Paso | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Album is 17% lower than in Americas

$1,096

Album rent is 2% lower than El Paso average

Average Rent $1,096

$1,314

Americas rent is 18% higher than El Paso average

Average Rent $1,314

How El Paso Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
El Paso	$1,117
Houston	$1,346
San Antonio	$1,256
Dallas	$1,582
Austin	$1,623
Fort Worth	$1,432
Irving	$1,485
Plano	$1,687
Arlington	$1,350
Sachse	$1,673
Spring	$1,457
Santa Teresa, NM	$1,291
Las Cruces, NM	$1,257
Socorro, TX	$1,011

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all El Paso apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.