2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Alvarado, TX
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Alvarado, Texas as of August 2026. That's +8% lower than the citywide median of $1,626 and +9% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Alvarado
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 2-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Alvarado
Compare Alvarado's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 2-bedroom in Texas
Most expensive cities for a 2-bedroom in Texas
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | University Park | $2,830 |
| 2 | Argyle | $2,830 |
| 3 | Flower Mound | $2,765 |
| 4 | Little Elm | $2,630 |
| 5 | Aledo | $2,560 |
| 6 | Justin | $2,500 |
| 7 | Lakeway | $2,490 |
| 8 | Lavon | $2,470 |
| 9 | Keller | $2,400 |
| 10 | Royse City | $2,380 |
| 11 | Haslet | $2,370 |
| 12 | Celina | $2,340 |
| 13 | Fresno | $2,290 |
| 14 | Bellaire | $2,290 |
| 15 | Leander | $2,260 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 3 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Alvarado.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Alvarado |
|---|---|---|---|
| Venus, TX | 7.6 mi | $1,630 | +$130 (+9%) |
| Burleson, TX | 11 mi | $1,740 | +$240 (+16%) |
| Mansfield, TX | 11.4 mi | $2,080 | +$580 (+39%) |
| Midlothian, TX | 14.9 mi | $2,000 | +$500 (+33%) |
| Kennedale, TX | 15.6 mi | $1,540 | +$40 (+3%) |
| Cleburne, TX | 16.8 mi | $1,455 | $-45 (-3%) |
| Forest Hill, TX | 18.4 mi | $1,355 | $-145 (-10%) |
| Crowley, TX | 19 mi | $2,030 | +$530 (+35%) |
| Cedar Hill, TX | 19.8 mi | $1,679 | +$179 (+12%) |
| Arlington, TX | 20.5 mi | $1,394 | $-106 (-7%) |
| Grand Prairie, TX | 22.8 mi | $1,960 | +$460 (+31%) |
| Glenn Heights, TX | 25.4 mi | $1,578 | +$78 (+5%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Alvarado — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Alvarado?
As of August 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Alvarado, Texas is $1,500 per month. This is +8% below the citywide median of $1,626.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Alvarado?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $60,000 ($5,000/month gross), which works out to roughly $28.85/hour at a full-time job.
Is Alvarado expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Alvarado's 2-bedroom median of $1,500 is +9% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 40th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Alvarado rank for 2-bedroom rent in Texas?
Among the 261 cities in Texas with 2-bedroom data, Alvarado ranks #119 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Alvarado?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Cleburne ($1,455), Forest Hill ($1,355), Arlington ($1,394).