How much does it cost to rent in Bellaire, TX?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Bellaire, TX is $2,490. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Bellaire cheaper than other Texas cities?

Bellaire is one of the pricier cities in Texas, ranking #9 out of 269 cities tracked at $2,490/mo.

When was Bellaire rent data last updated?

Bellaire rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Bellaire

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Pop. 17,206·9th most expensive in Texas·Rental market data updated monthly for Bellaire, TX

Median rent (all units)

$2,490/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

+11.9%

vs US Median

+$525

Rising (Monthly)

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Bellaire · $2,490

More expensive than 79% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

12% of income

VERY AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,490/mo, rent takes about 12% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$100,000/yr

Local median income

$244,015/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Bellaire's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,840

1 BR

$1,920

2 BR

$2,290

3 BR

$3,050

4 BR+

$3,850

Research median

$2,290/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$29,880/yr

At $2,490/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +11.9% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Bellaire, TX is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 83.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

17,206

Median income

$244,015

Median age

43.1

Renters

12.1%

Age distribution

26.8%

28.4%

14.8%

18.5%

Under 1826.8%

18–3411.5%

35–5428.4%

55–6414.8%

65+18.5%

Gender

50.6%

49.4%

Male50.6%

Female49.4%

Race & ethnicity

62.8%

22.5%

White62.8%

Black0.6%

Hispanic10.9%

Asian22.5%

Other3.2%

Education (25+)

83.5%

No HS diploma1.1%

HS diploma4.3%

Some college11.1%

Bachelor's+83.5%

Housing tenure

87.9%

12.1%

Owner87.9%

Renter12.1%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Bellaire, TX has changed in 5 years

Income

$211,202 → $244,015

up 15.5%

Population

17,262 → 17,206

down 0.3%

Renter share

11.2% → 12.1%

+0.9 pts

Bachelor's+

80.7% → 83.5%

+2.8 pts

Median age

46 → 43.1

-2.9 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Bellaire, TX now reports about $244,015, up from $211,202 in 2021. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 80.7% to 83.5% across the same window.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Bellaire on your salary?

At $2,490/mo, how Bellaire rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 31.9% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $66,409/yr · Rent = 45% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $76,497/yr · Rent = 39.1% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $136,729/yr · Rent = 21.9% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $174,705/yr · Rent = 17.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $62,182/yr · Rent = 48.1% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 53.2% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 43.2% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Bellaire rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Bellaire. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

Tips for renters in Bellaire

About renting in Bellaire, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Bellaire is $2,490/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,840/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,290/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,920/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,050/mo.

At 12% of local median household income ($244,015/yr), Bellaire ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Bellaire an affordable city for renters?

Bellaire is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,490/mo, rent takes approximately 12% of the local median household income ($244,015/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Bellaire falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Bellaire?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $100,000/year (~$48/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,490/mo in Bellaire. The local median household income is $244,015/yr, meaning the typical Bellaire household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Bellaire?

Rent in Bellaire has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 2026.

How does Bellaire rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Bellaire is one of the pricier cities in Texas for rent, ranking #9 out of 269 tracked cities at $2,490/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Bellaire?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Bellaire ($2,490/mo): Stafford ($1,548/mo), Houston ($1,567/mo), Sugar Land ($2,065/mo).

What percentage of Bellaire residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 12.1% of Bellaire households are renters, while 87.9% are owner-occupied. Bellaire leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.