City Report · TX

Grapevine

Pop. 51,139·63rd most expensive in Texas·Grapevine rents are up 11.6% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,937/mo
Year-over-Year
+11.6%
Month-over-Month
-1.0%
vs US Median
-$28
Falling (Monthly)
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Grapevine · $1,937
More expensive than 55% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
66/100
Good value
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 8% below what Grapevine's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$1,937/mo
Expected by trend
$2,106/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,850
1 BR
$1,970
2 BR
$2,300
3 BR
$3,040
4 BR+
$3,710
Research median
$2,300/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
$23,244/yr
At $1,937/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 11.6% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+11.6% YoY, -1.0% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Grapevine, TX is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income above the national average, 57.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
51,139
Median income
$111,376
Median age
39.7
Renters
47.3%
Age distribution
21.3%
21.7%
28.8%
14.1%
14.1%
Under 1821.3%
18–3421.7%
35–5428.8%
55–6414.1%
65+14.1%
Gender
50.5%
49.5%
Male50.5%
Female49.5%
Race & ethnicity
68.2%
21%
White68.2%
Black4.7%
Hispanic21%
Asian7.9%
Education (25+)
15.4%
21.6%
57.5%
No HS diploma5.5%
HS diploma15.4%
Some college21.6%
Bachelor's+57.5%
Housing tenure
52.7%
47.3%
Owner52.7%
Renter47.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Grapevine, TX has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,455 → $1,937
up 33.1%
Income
$99,667 → $111,376
up 11.7%
Population
50,548 → 51,139
up 1.2%
Renter share
47.7% → 47.3%
-0.4 pts
Bachelor's+
52.7% → 57.5%
+4.8 pts
Median age
38.6 → 39.7
+1.1 yrs

The median rent in Grapevine, TX stood at $1,455 in 2021 and currently runs about $1,937, reflecting a 33.1% increase over the period. Household income in the area moved from $99,667 to $111,376 across the same window, up 11.7% versus 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 1.2% since 2021, moving from about 50,548 residents to roughly 51,139. College-educated residents now make up 57.5% of adults here, versus 52.7% in 2021. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Grapevine, TX look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Grapevine rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Grapevine, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Grapevine is $1,937/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,850/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,300/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,970/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,040/mo.

At 21% of local median household income ($111,376/yr), Grapevine ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 11.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Grapevine an affordable city for renters?

Grapevine is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,937/mo, rent takes approximately 21% of the local median household income ($111,376/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Grapevine falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Grapevine?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $77,000/year (~$37/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,937/mo in Grapevine. The local median household income is $111,376/yr, meaning the typical Grapevine household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Grapevine?

Rent in Grapevine has increased 11.6% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Grapevine rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Grapevine is one of the pricier cities in Texas for rent, ranking #63 out of 269 tracked cities at $1,937/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Grapevine?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Grapevine ($1,937/mo): Bedford ($1,405/mo), Euless ($1,567/mo), Irving ($1,592/mo).

What percentage of Grapevine residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 47.3% of Grapevine households are renters, while 52.7% are owner-occupied. Grapevine leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Grapevine rent compare to the national average?

Grapevine's median rent of $1,937/mo is $28 (1%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Texas, it ranks #63 out of 269 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
21%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,937/mo, rent takes ~21% of Grapevine's median household income ($111,376/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Grapevine 21%Benchmark 30%
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