2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Alvin, TX
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Alvin, Texas as of July 2026. That's +32% lower than the citywide median of $1,710 and +30% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Alvin
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 Alvin
Compare Alvin'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 | Prosper | $2,670 |
| 5 | Little Elm | $2,630 |
| 6 | Aledo | $2,560 |
| 7 | Justin | $2,500 |
| 8 | Lakeway | $2,490 |
| 9 | Lavon | $2,470 |
| 10 | Royse City | $2,380 |
| 11 | Haslet | $2,370 |
| 12 | Celina | $2,340 |
| 13 | Grapevine | $2,300 |
| 14 | Fresno | $2,290 |
| 15 | Bellaire | $2,290 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 1 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Alvin.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Alvin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friendswood, TX | 9.9 mi | $1,930 | +$770 (+66%) |
| Manvel, TX | 10.9 mi | $1,320 | +$160 (+14%) |
| Pearland, TX | 12.9 mi | $1,480 | +$320 (+28%) |
| League City, TX | 13.6 mi | $1,880 | +$720 (+62%) |
| Webster, TX | 13.7 mi | $1,576 | +$416 (+36%) |
| Dickinson, TX | 15.6 mi | $1,550 | +$390 (+34%) |
| Iowa Colony, TX | 15.7 mi | $1,200 | +$40 (+3%) |
| Arcola, TX | 17.4 mi | $1,023 | $-137 (-12%) |
| La Marque, TX | 18.1 mi | $1,270 | +$110 (+9%) |
| Kemah, TX | 18.3 mi | $1,800 | +$640 (+55%) |
| Fresno, TX | 19.4 mi | $2,290 | +$1,130 (+97%) |
| Bacliff, TX | 19.6 mi | $1,360 | +$200 (+17%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Alvin — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Alvin?
As of July 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Alvin, Texas is $1,160 per month. This is +32% below the citywide median of $1,710.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Alvin?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $46,400 ($3,867/month gross), which works out to roughly $22.31/hour at a full-time job.
Is Alvin expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Alvin's 2-bedroom median of $1,160 is +30% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 17th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Alvin rank for 2-bedroom rent in Texas?
Among the 262 cities in Texas with 2-bedroom data, Alvin ranks #44 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Alvin?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Arcola ($1,023).