2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Lancaster, TX
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Lancaster, Texas as of July 2026. That's +15% lower than the citywide median of $2,253 and +15% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Lancaster
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 Lancaster
Compare Lancaster'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 Lancaster.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Lancaster |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Oak, TX | 5.6 mi | $1,890 | $-20 (-1%) |
| Desoto, TX | 6.9 mi | $1,890 | $-20 (-1%) |
| Glenn Heights, TX | 7 mi | $1,578 | $-332 (-17%) |
| Ferris, TX | 10.6 mi | $1,540 | $-370 (-19%) |
| Duncanville, TX | 11.1 mi | $1,408 | $-502 (-26%) |
| Dallas, TX | 13 mi | $1,882 | $-28 (-1%) |
| Balch Springs, TX | 13.2 mi | $1,600 | $-310 (-16%) |
| Cedar Hill, TX | 13.8 mi | $1,624 | $-286 (-15%) |
| Waxahachie, TX | 15.2 mi | $1,560 | $-350 (-18%) |
| Seagoville, TX | 15.3 mi | $1,730 | $-180 (-9%) |
| Mesquite, TX | 16.8 mi | $1,336 | $-574 (-30%) |
| Midlothian, TX | 17.7 mi | $2,000 | +$90 (+5%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Lancaster — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Lancaster?
As of July 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Lancaster, Texas is $1,910 per month. This is +15% below the citywide median of $2,253.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Lancaster?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $76,400 ($6,367/month gross), which works out to roughly $36.73/hour at a full-time job.
Is Lancaster expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Lancaster's 2-bedroom median of $1,910 is +15% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 64th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Lancaster rank for 2-bedroom rent in Texas?
Among the 262 cities in Texas with 2-bedroom data, Lancaster ranks #217 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Lancaster?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Red Oak ($1,890), Desoto ($1,890), Glenn Heights ($1,578).