1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Magnolia, TX
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Magnolia, Texas as of July 2026. That's +34% lower than the citywide median of $1,914 and +9% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Magnolia
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 1-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Magnolia
Compare Magnolia's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in Texas
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Clute | $648 |
| 2 | Burnet | $692 |
| 3 | Bonham | $710 |
| 4 | Lake Worth | $739 |
| 5 | Alton | $750 |
| 6 | Kemp | $754 |
| 7 | Marshall | $756 |
| 8 | Del Rio | $770 |
| 9 | Wharton | $780 |
| 10 | Corsicana | $790 |
| 11 | San Juan | $790 |
| 12 | Weslaco | $795 |
| 13 | Brownsville | $800 |
| 14 | Eagle Pass | $800 |
| 15 | Harlingen | $800 |
Most expensive cities for a 1-bedroom in Texas
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | University Park | $2,410 |
| 2 | Argyle | $2,410 |
| 3 | Flower Mound | $2,360 |
| 4 | Prosper | $2,280 |
| 5 | Little Elm | $2,240 |
| 6 | Aledo | $2,190 |
| 7 | Justin | $2,130 |
| 8 | Lavon | $2,110 |
| 9 | Lakeway | $2,110 |
| 10 | Royse City | $2,030 |
| 11 | Haslet | $2,030 |
| 12 | Celina | $1,990 |
| 13 | Grapevine | $1,970 |
| 14 | Bellaire | $1,920 |
| 15 | Leander | $1,910 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Magnolia.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Magnolia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hockley, TX | 9.5 mi | $1,410 | +$140 (+11%) |
| Tomball, TX | 9.6 mi | $1,515 | +$245 (+19%) |
| Cypress, TX | 13.4 mi | $1,675 | +$405 (+32%) |
| Waller, TX | 13.7 mi | $1,080 | $-190 (-15%) |
| Montgomery, TX | 16.1 mi | $1,535 | +$265 (+21%) |
| Spring, TX | 19.4 mi | $1,713 | +$443 (+35%) |
| Shenandoah, TX | 20.3 mi | $1,336 | +$66 (+5%) |
| Jersey Village, TX | 22.2 mi | $920 | $-350 (-28%) |
| Conroe, TX | 24.7 mi | $1,264 | $-6 (0%) |
| Navasota, TX | 25.1 mi | $800 | $-470 (-37%) |
| Katy, TX | 25.1 mi | $1,703 | +$433 (+34%) |
| Willis, TX | 29.3 mi | $1,195 | $-75 (-6%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Magnolia — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Magnolia?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Magnolia, Texas is $1,270 per month. This is +34% below the citywide median of $1,914.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Magnolia?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $50,800 ($4,233/month gross), which works out to roughly $24.42/hour at a full-time job.
Is Magnolia expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Magnolia's 1-bedroom median of $1,270 is +9% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 41th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Magnolia rank for 1-bedroom rent in Texas?
Among the 260 cities in Texas with 1-bedroom data, Magnolia ranks #120 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Magnolia?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Waller ($1,080), Jersey Village ($920), Conroe ($1,264).