2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Richardson, TX
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Richardson, Texas as of July 2026. That's +7% lower than the citywide median of $1,675 and +6% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Richardson
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 Richardson
Compare Richardson'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? 3 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Richardson.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Richardson |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plano, TX | 6.3 mi | $1,592 | +$35 (+2%) |
| Garland, TX | 6.6 mi | $1,796 | +$239 (+15%) |
| Sachse, TX | 8.6 mi | $1,591 | +$34 (+2%) |
| Addison, TX | 9.3 mi | $1,459 | $-98 (-6%) |
| University Park, TX | 9.5 mi | $2,830 | +$1,273 (+82%) |
| Allen, TX | 9.7 mi | $1,559 | +$2 (0%) |
| Rowlett, TX | 11.3 mi | $1,551 | $-6 (0%) |
| Wylie, TX | 12.1 mi | $1,728 | +$171 (+11%) |
| Carrollton, TX | 13 mi | $1,505 | $-52 (-3%) |
| Farmers Branch, TX | 13.3 mi | $1,566 | +$9 (+1%) |
| Fairview, TX | 13.8 mi | $1,974 | +$417 (+27%) |
| Frisco, TX | 14.7 mi | $1,730 | +$173 (+11%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Richardson — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Richardson?
As of July 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Richardson, Texas is $1,557 per month. This is +7% below the citywide median of $1,675.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Richardson?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $62,280 ($5,190/month gross), which works out to roughly $29.94/hour at a full-time job.
Is Richardson expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Richardson's 2-bedroom median of $1,557 is +6% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 44th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Richardson rank for 2-bedroom rent in Texas?
Among the 262 cities in Texas with 2-bedroom data, Richardson ranks #137 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Richardson?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Addison ($1,459), Rowlett ($1,551), Carrollton ($1,505).