2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Forest Hill, TX
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Forest Hill, Texas as of September 2026. That's +30% lower than the citywide median of $1,924 and +18% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,657.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Forest Hill
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 Forest Hill
Compare Forest Hill'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 | Justin | $2,500 |
| 6 | Lakeway | $2,490 |
| 7 | Forney | $2,430 |
| 8 | Keller | $2,400 |
| 9 | Royse City | $2,380 |
| 10 | Haslet | $2,370 |
| 11 | Celina | $2,340 |
| 12 | Fresno | $2,290 |
| 13 | Bellaire | $2,290 |
| 14 | Leander | $2,260 |
| 15 | Cibolo | $2,250 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 3 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Forest Hill.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Forest Hill |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haltom City, TX | 9.1 mi | $1,450 | +$95 (+7%) |
| Burleson, TX | 10 mi | $1,740 | +$385 (+28%) |
| Richland Hills, TX | 10.3 mi | $1,501 | +$146 (+11%) |
| Arlington, TX | 10.7 mi | $1,342 | $-13 (-1%) |
| Mansfield, TX | 11.1 mi | $2,080 | +$725 (+54%) |
| Hurst, TX | 11.7 mi | $1,630 | +$275 (+20%) |
| Westworth Village, TX | 12.1 mi | $1,395 | +$40 (+3%) |
| Crowley, TX | 12.1 mi | $2,030 | +$675 (+50%) |
| Watauga, TX | 13.6 mi | $2,200 | +$845 (+62%) |
| North Richland Hills, TX | 13.7 mi | $1,423 | +$68 (+5%) |
| White Settlement, TX | 14.4 mi | $1,263 | $-92 (-7%) |
| Bedford, TX | 14.8 mi | $1,224 | $-131 (-10%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Forest Hill — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Forest Hill?
As of September 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Forest Hill, Texas is $1,355 per month. This is +30% below the citywide median of $1,924.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Forest Hill?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $54,200 ($4,517/month gross), which works out to roughly $26.06/hour at a full-time job.
Is Forest Hill expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Forest Hill's 2-bedroom median of $1,355 is +18% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,657. It ranks in the 30th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Forest Hill rank for 2-bedroom rent in Texas?
Among the 257 cities in Texas with 2-bedroom data, Forest Hill ranks #89 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Forest Hill?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Arlington ($1,342), White Settlement ($1,263), Bedford ($1,224).