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Typical Rent in 78520 — Brownsville, TX
The typical 1-bedroom rent in 78520 (Brownsville, TX) is $920/month as of 2026, based on 5 data sources. Rents have risen 3.7% year over year, so an increase above 3.7% exceeds the local market trend. Studio: $780. 2-bedroom: $1,050.
Rents in Brownsville have changed approximately -2.5% – +16.0% over the past year based on local market data. A rent increase above 16.0% is above the local market trend.
Estimated Rent · 1-Bedroom
$920/mo
Source: HUD Estimated Rent
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Based on 5 independent data sources including local market trends and nearby listings.
The HUD Fair Market Rent for a 1-bedroom in 78520 (Brownsville, TX) is $870 for FY2026.
Rents in 78520 have increased 3.7% year-over-year based on local market data.
The confidence level for this estimate is high based on 5 data sources.
Based on local market data, a fair rent increase in Brownsville (78520) is approximately 3.7% for 2026. The typical 1-bedroom rent is $920/month. Any increase significantly above 3.7% exceeds the local market trend and may be worth negotiating.
Sources: local market data, HUD SAFMR FY2026, Rentcast. Updated February 2026.
What Should Rent Cost in 78520 (Brownsville)?
Typical rent ranges based on HUD benchmarks and market data. In areas with limited listing data, ranges reflect federal benchmarks and may be wider than actual market conditions.
A studio in 78520 (Brownsville) typically rents for $780 – $842.
Rents above $968 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 1-bedroom in 78520 (Brownsville) typically rents for $870 – $940.
Rents above $1,081 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 2-bedroom in 78520 (Brownsville) typically rents for $1,050 – $1,134.
Rents above $1,304 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 3-bedroom in 78520 (Brownsville) typically rents for $1,420 – $1,534.
Rents above $1,764 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 4-bedroom in 78520 (Brownsville) typically rents for $1,480 – $1,598.
Rents above $1,838 are in the top 25% for this area.
Current Asking Rents in 78520
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Rent Trends in Brownsville, TX
+3.7%
Rents in 78520 (Brownsville) are rising at +3.7% year-over-year.
ℹ Limited data
Market sources range from -2.5% to +16.0%
Why the range? Zillow ZORI tracks what landlords are asking for units (+9.0%), while Apartment List tracks what renters actually sign leases at (-2.5%).Landlords are asking more than renters are paying — this suggests renters may have negotiating leverage in 78520 (Brownsville) right now.
Sources: Apartment List, Zillow ZORI, HUD Fair Market Rent
Federal Rent Benchmarks for 78520
HUD Fair Market Rents are federal rent benchmarks used for housing programs, published annually by HUD.Note: These values represent the HUD metro-area benchmark for the Brownsville-Harlingen, TX MSA area, not zip-specific rates.
| Bedroom Size | Fair Market Rent | Estimated Rent |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $780 | $821 |
| 1-Bedroom | $870 | $920 |
| 2-Bedroom | $1,050 | $1,112 |
| 3-Bedroom | $1,420 | $1,501 |
| 4-Bedroom | $1,480 | $1,571 |
Source: HUD SAFMR FY2026 · Updated
Questions about rent in 78520
What is the average 1-bedroom rent in 78520?
The typical 1-bedroom rent in 78520 (Brownsville, TX) is $920/month as of 2026. This page also shows nearby bedroom benchmarks, including studio rent at $780 and 2-bedroom rent at $1,050.
What is a fair rent increase in 78520?
A rent increase up to about 3.7% is in line with the recent local market trend in 78520. An increase above that level is above trend and may justify a closer review against local pricing and comparable apartments.
Are rents going up or down in 78520?
Rents in 78520 have risen 3.7% year over year based on the local trend data used on this page.
How much do studios and 2-bedrooms cost in 78520?
On this page, studio rent in 78520 is $780/month and 2-bedroom rent is $1,050/month. These figures help show whether your current or proposed rent fits the broader local bedroom mix.
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