2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Rowlett, TX
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Rowlett, Texas as of July 2026. That's +7% lower than the citywide median of $1,668 and +6% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Rowlett
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 Rowlett
Compare Rowlett'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? 1 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Rowlett.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Rowlett |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sachse, TX | 4.1 mi | $1,591 | +$40 (+3%) |
| Garland, TX | 5.8 mi | $1,796 | +$245 (+16%) |
| Wylie, TX | 6.6 mi | $1,728 | +$177 (+11%) |
| Rockwall, TX | 7.6 mi | $2,155 | +$604 (+39%) |
| Lavon, TX | 9.4 mi | $2,470 | +$919 (+59%) |
| Mesquite, TX | 10.6 mi | $1,336 | $-215 (-14%) |
| Richardson, TX | 11.3 mi | $1,557 | +$6 (0%) |
| Forney, TX | 13.7 mi | $1,801 | +$250 (+16%) |
| Allen, TX | 14.5 mi | $1,559 | +$8 (+1%) |
| Balch Springs, TX | 14.6 mi | $1,600 | +$49 (+3%) |
| Royse City, TX | 16.6 mi | $2,380 | +$829 (+53%) |
| Plano, TX | 16.6 mi | $1,592 | +$41 (+3%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Rowlett — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Rowlett?
As of July 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Rowlett, Texas is $1,551 per month. This is +7% below the citywide median of $1,668.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Rowlett?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $62,040 ($5,170/month gross), which works out to roughly $29.83/hour at a full-time job.
Is Rowlett expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Rowlett's 2-bedroom median of $1,551 is +6% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 44th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Rowlett rank for 2-bedroom rent in Texas?
Among the 262 cities in Texas with 2-bedroom data, Rowlett ranks #136 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Rowlett?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Mesquite ($1,336).