2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Grand Prairie, TX
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Grand Prairie, Texas as of October 2026. That's +17% higher than the citywide median of $1,673 and +18% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,657.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Grand Prairie
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 Grand Prairie
Compare Grand Prairie'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 | Forney | $2,430 |
| 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? 5 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Grand Prairie.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Grand Prairie |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arlington, TX | 6.9 mi | $1,342 | $-618 (-32%) |
| Duncanville, TX | 7.5 mi | $1,402 | $-558 (-28%) |
| Cedar Hill, TX | 8.4 mi | $1,694 | $-266 (-14%) |
| Mansfield, TX | 12.1 mi | $2,080 | +$120 (+6%) |
| Irving, TX | 12.1 mi | $1,483 | $-477 (-24%) |
| Desoto, TX | 12.2 mi | $1,890 | $-70 (-4%) |
| Euless, TX | 12.7 mi | $1,488 | $-472 (-24%) |
| Bedford, TX | 13.4 mi | $1,224 | $-736 (-38%) |
| Hurst, TX | 14.3 mi | $1,630 | $-330 (-17%) |
| Kennedale, TX | 14.3 mi | $1,540 | $-420 (-21%) |
| Glenn Heights, TX | 14.7 mi | $1,578 | $-382 (-19%) |
| Midlothian, TX | 15.3 mi | $2,000 | +$40 (+2%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Grand Prairie — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Grand Prairie?
As of October 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Grand Prairie, Texas is $1,960 per month. This is +17% higher than the citywide median of $1,673.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Grand Prairie?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $78,400 ($6,533/month gross), which works out to roughly $37.69/hour at a full-time job.
Is Grand Prairie expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Grand Prairie's 2-bedroom median of $1,960 is +18% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,657. It ranks in the 66th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Grand Prairie rank for 2-bedroom rent in Texas?
Among the 250 cities in Texas with 2-bedroom data, Grand Prairie ranks #212 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Grand Prairie?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Arlington ($1,342), Duncanville ($1,402), Cedar Hill ($1,694).