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Fair Market Rent in 79159 — Amarillo, TX
The HUD Fair Market Rent for a 1-bedroom in 79159 (Amarillo, TX) is $860/month for FY2026. Limited market trend data is available for this area. Studio: $740. 2-bedroom: $1,050.
Fair Market Rent · 1-Bedroom
$860/mo
Source: HUD Fair Market Rent
This area has limited data coverage. For more detailed rent data, see the city-level analysis for Amarillo.
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The HUD Fair Market Rent for a 1-bedroom in 79159 (Amarillo, TX) is $860 for FY2026.
Rents in 79159 have decreased 4.4% year-over-year based on HUD Fair Market Rent.
The confidence level for this estimate is limited based on 1 data source.
Based on HUD Fair Market Rent, a fair rent increase in Amarillo (79159) is approximately 4.4% for 2026. The typical 1-bedroom rent is $860/month. Any increase significantly above 4.4% exceeds the local market trend and may be worth negotiating.
Sources: HUD Fair Market Rent, HUD SAFMR FY2026, Rentcast. Updated October 2025.
What Should Rent Cost in 79159 (Amarillo)?
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 79159 (Amarillo) typically rents for $740 – $851.
Rents above $979 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 1-bedroom in 79159 (Amarillo) typically rents for $860 – $989.
Rents above $1,137 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 2-bedroom in 79159 (Amarillo) typically rents for $1,050 – $1,208.
Rents above $1,389 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 3-bedroom in 79159 (Amarillo) typically rents for $1,440 – $1,656.
Rents above $1,904 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 4-bedroom in 79159 (Amarillo) typically rents for $1,670 – $1,920.
Rents above $2,208 are in the top 25% for this area.
Current Asking Rents in 79159
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Federal Rent Benchmarks for 79159
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 Amarillo, TX HUD Metro FMR Area area, not zip-specific rates.
| Bedroom Size | Fair Market Rent |
|---|---|
| Studio | $740 |
| 1-Bedroom | $860 |
| 2-Bedroom | $1,050 |
| 3-Bedroom | $1,440 |
| 4-Bedroom | $1,670 |
Source: HUD SAFMR FY2026 · Updated
Questions about rent in 79159
What is the average 1-bedroom rent in 79159?
The HUD Fair Market Rent for a 1-bedroom in 79159 (Amarillo, TX) is $860/month for FY2026. This page also shows benchmark rents for studios and 2-bedroom apartments in the same area.
What is a fair rent increase in 79159?
A rent increase up to about 4.4% is in line with the recent local market trend in 79159. 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 79159?
Rents in 79159 have fallen 4.4% year over year based on the local trend data used on this page.
How much do studios and 2-bedrooms cost in 79159?
On this page, studio rent in 79159 is $740/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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