2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Kennedale, TX
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Kennedale, Texas as of July 2026. That's +8% lower than the citywide median of $1,666 and +7% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Kennedale
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 Kennedale
Compare Kennedale'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? 5 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Kennedale.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Kennedale |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mansfield, TX | 6.9 mi | $2,080 | +$540 (+35%) |
| Arlington, TX | 8.1 mi | $1,413 | $-127 (-8%) |
| Burleson, TX | 9.6 mi | $1,740 | +$200 (+13%) |
| Haltom City, TX | 11.8 mi | $1,450 | $-90 (-6%) |
| Richland Hills, TX | 12.2 mi | $1,501 | $-39 (-3%) |
| Hurst, TX | 12.5 mi | $1,630 | +$90 (+6%) |
| Grand Prairie, TX | 14.3 mi | $1,960 | +$420 (+27%) |
| Crowley, TX | 14.5 mi | $2,030 | +$490 (+32%) |
| Bedford, TX | 15 mi | $1,283 | $-257 (-17%) |
| North Richland Hills, TX | 15.4 mi | $1,407 | $-133 (-9%) |
| Alvarado, TX | 15.6 mi | $1,500 | $-40 (-3%) |
| Watauga, TX | 16 mi | $2,200 | +$660 (+43%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Kennedale — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Kennedale?
As of July 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Kennedale, Texas is $1,540 per month. This is +8% below the citywide median of $1,666.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Kennedale?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $61,600 ($5,133/month gross), which works out to roughly $29.62/hour at a full-time job.
Is Kennedale expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Kennedale's 2-bedroom median of $1,540 is +7% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 43th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Kennedale rank for 2-bedroom rent in Texas?
Among the 262 cities in Texas with 2-bedroom data, Kennedale ranks #128 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Kennedale?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Arlington ($1,413), Haltom City ($1,450), Richland Hills ($1,501).