Rentometer, Inc. | Data as of 10/23/2025
Temple, Texas offers a balanced rental market that blends the convenience of city living with the charm of a close‑knit community. Prospective renters can choose from a variety of housing options, from modern studio apartments in the revitalized downtown corridor to spacious single‑family homes in family‑friendly neighborhoods such as West Temple and the historic district near the Temple Chamber of Commerce. The city’s central location provides easy access to major employers, medical centers, and the vibrant cultural scene anchored by Temple College and the popular Texas Rose Festival.
Apartment seekers will find a range of unit sizes to suit different lifestyles. Studios typically sit in the $800s, while one‑bedroom apartments often fall within the $1100 range, offering contemporary amenities and proximity to dining, shopping, and entertainment along Main Street. Larger two‑ and three‑bedroom units cater to growing families or roommates, with rents generally ranging from the low $1200s to the $1500s. For those preferring the privacy of a house, one‑bedroom homes are commonly priced in the $900s, and three‑bedroom properties commonly sit in the $1700s, providing ample space and often larger yards.
Beyond the rental options, Temple’s appeal is enhanced by its numerous parks, such as Riverside Park, and its close proximity to Fort Hood, making it an attractive hub for military families and professionals alike. Excellent schools, diverse dining options, and a growing downtown revitalization effort ensure that renters enjoy a high quality of life while staying within a competitive and welcoming rental market.
Property Type | Bedrooms | Average | Median | Min - Max | 25th - 75th |
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Apartment | Studio | $844 | $909 | $675 - $949 | $675 - $949 |
Apartment | 1 Bedroom | $1,089 | $1,084 | $729 - $1,675 | $919 - $1,225 |
Apartment | 2 Bedroom | $1,252 | $1,210 | $829 - $1,900 | $1,099 - $1,450 |
Apartment | 3 Bedroom | $1,582 | $1,567 | $1,072 - $2,122 | $1,289 - $1,875 |
House | 1 Bedroom | $1,117 | $935 | $800 - $1,800 | $925 - $1,800 |
House | 2 Bedroom | $1,338 | $1,172 | $850 - $2,950 | $1,000 - $1,500 |
House | 3 Bedroom | $1,773 | $1,725 | $950 - $5,500 | $1,595 - $1,900 |
House | 4+ Bedroom | $2,156 | $2,050 | $1,200 - $4,350 | $1,895 - $2,375 |
In the current period, the average rent in Temple was $844 for Studio, $1,092 for 1 Bedroom, $1,291 for 2 Bedroom, $1,763 for 3 Bedroom, and $2,143 for 4+ Bedroom.
Data provided by Rentometer, Inc.