2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Rockwall, TX
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Rockwall, Texas as of October 2026. That's +22% higher than the citywide median of $1,764 and +30% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,657.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Rockwall
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 Rockwall
Compare Rockwall'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 | Little Elm | $2,630 |
| 5 | Aledo | $2,560 |
| 6 | Justin | $2,500 |
| 7 | Lakeway | $2,490 |
| 8 | Forney | $2,430 |
| 9 | Keller | $2,400 |
| 10 | Royse City | $2,380 |
| 11 | Haslet | $2,370 |
| 12 | Celina | $2,340 |
| 13 | Fresno | $2,290 |
| 14 | Bellaire | $2,290 |
| 15 | Leander | $2,260 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Rockwall.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Rockwall |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rowlett, TX | 7.6 mi | $1,519 | $-636 (-30%) |
| Lavon, TX | 7.8 mi | $1,818 | $-337 (-16%) |
| Royse City, TX | 9.4 mi | $2,380 | +$225 (+10%) |
| Wylie, TX | 10 mi | $1,747 | $-408 (-19%) |
| Sachse, TX | 10.7 mi | $1,579 | $-576 (-27%) |
| Forney, TX | 10.9 mi | $2,430 | +$275 (+13%) |
| Garland, TX | 13.3 mi | $1,796 | $-359 (-17%) |
| Terrell, TX | 13.8 mi | $1,550 | $-605 (-28%) |
| Mesquite, TX | 14.2 mi | $1,355 | $-800 (-37%) |
| Princeton, TX | 17.5 mi | $2,130 | $-25 (-1%) |
| Balch Springs, TX | 17.7 mi | $1,600 | $-555 (-26%) |
| Richardson, TX | 18.8 mi | $1,532 | $-623 (-29%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Rockwall — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Rockwall?
As of October 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Rockwall, Texas is $2,155 per month. This is +22% higher than the citywide median of $1,764.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Rockwall?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $86,200 ($7,183/month gross), which works out to roughly $41.44/hour at a full-time job.
Is Rockwall expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Rockwall's 2-bedroom median of $2,155 is +30% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,657. It ranks in the 75th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Rockwall rank for 2-bedroom rent in Texas?
Among the 250 cities in Texas with 2-bedroom data, Rockwall ranks #231 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Rockwall?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Rowlett ($1,519), Lavon ($1,818), Wylie ($1,747).