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1007 W St Charles St

1400 Palo Blanco Dr, Unit #C, Unit #C

4853 Boca Chica Blvd

219 E 3rd St
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221 E 3rd St, Unit Bottom unit

2734 Pompeii St

913 E Jefferson St

63 Calgary Ct

95 Poinciana Dr
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3325 S Oklahoma Ave

16 Barnard Rd

15 Barnard Rd

1025 Beach Blvd

1313 Palo Blanco Dr
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Brownsville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brownsville 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,618 | $800 | $2,500 |
| Brownsville 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,065 | $1,400 | $3,500 |
| Brownsville 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,911 | $1,800 | $4,200 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Brownsville, TX
Pricing Updated: 05/22/2026Current apartment rentals in the Brownsville, TX area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Brownsville Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southmost | $1,189 | $464 | 42 |
| West End Brownsville | $1,279 | $389 | 37 |
| Brownsville Historic District | $1,294 | $464 | 38 |
| Downtown Brownsville | $1,294 | $464 | 30 |
Cheapest Available Brownsville Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Brownsville, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Paseo Pointe priced from $387. Capella Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $387. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Brownsville apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paseo Pointe | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $387 |
| Capella Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom A1 | 1BR,1BA | $387 |
| Retama Park | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $392 |
| Reypres Square Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $575 |
| Hacienda Del Sol Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $686 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brownsville, TX
As of May 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Brownsville area is the $1.07 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Luxury Villa Plus Office Room Model at Villas Turqueza Luxury Townhomes Phase 2 in the starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Brownsville apartment is the Three Bedroom Two Bath Model at Hacienda Del Sol Apartments starting at $1,160 with a $0.93 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Brownsville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villas Turqueza Luxury Townhomes Phase 2 | 2 Bedroom Luxury Villa Plus Office Room | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.07 |
| Hacienda Del Sol Apartments | Three Bedroom Two Bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.93 |
| First Street Apartments | 3 BEDROOM TOWNHOUSE | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.09 |
| The Carlton Apartments | Model 1 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.19 |
| Paseo Pointe | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.46 |
| Real Apartments | Newly Remodeled | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Capella Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom A1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.54 |
| Retama Park | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.55 |
| Conquistador | A1-Premium | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Posada de las Palmas | A-1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Brownsville?
There are currently 184 Apartments for Rent in Brownsville, TX with pricing that ranges from $328 to $2,300. There are also 63 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Brownsville ranging from $800 to $4,200.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Brownsville?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Brownsville ranges from $800 to $4,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,948.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Brownsville?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Brownsville range from $352 to $1,675, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,400 to $3,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $365.
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