How much does it cost to rent in Sachse, TX?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Sachse, TX is $1,711. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Sachse cheaper than other Texas cities?

Sachse falls in the middle range for Texas, ranking #114 out of 269 cities at $1,711/mo.

When was Sachse rent data last updated?

Sachse rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Sachse

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Pop. 30,491·114th most expensive in Texas·Sachse rents have dropped 6.1%, currently a renter's market

Median rent (all units)

$1,711/mo

Year-over-Year

-6.1%

Month-over-Month

-2.0%

vs US Median

-$254

Falling (Monthly)

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Sachse · $1,711

More affordable than 60% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

65/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 8% below what Sachse's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,711/mo

Expected by trend

$1,852/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Sachse's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,294

1 BR

$1,356

2 BR

$1,591

3 BR

$1,990

4 BR+

$2,561

Research median

$1,591/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$20,532/yr

At $1,711/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are down 6.1% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (-6.1% YoY, -2.0% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Sachse, TX is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 48.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

30,491

Median income

$131,808

Median age

39.9

Renters

15.3%

Age distribution

24.3%

18.8%

34.1%

Under 1824.3%

18–3418.8%

35–5434.1%

55–6411.1%

65+11.8%

Gender

48.9%

51.1%

Male48.9%

Female51.1%

Race & ethnicity

49%

12.5%

16.6%

19.8%

White49%

Black12.5%

Hispanic16.6%

Asian19.8%

Other2.2%

Education (25+)

20.5%

25.2%

48.5%

No HS diploma5.8%

HS diploma20.5%

Some college25.2%

Bachelor's+48.5%

Housing tenure

84.7%

15.3%

Owner84.7%

Renter15.3%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2022 vs 2026

How Sachse, TX has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,681 → $1,711

up 1.8%

Income

$114,593 → $131,808

up 15.0%

Population

26,797 → 30,491

up 13.8%

Renter share

8.9% → 15.3%

+6.4 pts

Bachelor's+

41.9% → 48.5%

+6.6 pts

Median age

42.1 → 39.9

-2.2 yrs

The median rent in Sachse, TX stood at $1,681 in 2022 and currently runs about $1,711, reflecting a 1.8% increase over the period. Median household income rose from $114,593 to $131,808 between 2021 and 2024, a 15.0% shift. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. The population has grown by 13.8% since 2021, moving from about 26,797 residents to roughly 30,491. Renters now make up 15.3% of households, compared with 8.9% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 48.5% of adults here, versus 41.9% in 2021. Taken together, the five-year picture in Sachse, TX reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Sachse on your salary?

At $1,711/mo, how Sachse rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 22% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $66,409/yr · Rent = 30.9% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $76,497/yr · Rent = 26.8% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $136,729/yr · Rent = 15% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $174,705/yr · Rent = 11.8% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $62,182/yr · Rent = 33% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 36.6% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 29.7% income

affordable

By apartment size

Sachse rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Sachse. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Sachse, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Sachse is $1,711/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,294/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,591/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,356/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,990/mo.

At 16% of local median household income ($131,808/yr), Sachse ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 6.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Sachse an affordable city for renters?

Sachse is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,711/mo, rent takes approximately 16% of the local median household income ($131,808/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Sachse falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Sachse?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $68,000/year (~$33/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,711/mo in Sachse. The local median household income is $131,808/yr, meaning the typical Sachse household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Sachse?

Rent in Sachse has decreased 6.1% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Sachse rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Sachse is middle-of-the-pack for Texas for rent, ranking #114 out of 269 tracked cities at $1,711/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Sachse?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Sachse ($1,711/mo): Garland ($1,519/mo), Rowlett ($1,668/mo), Richardson ($1,675/mo).

What percentage of Sachse residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 15.3% of Sachse households are renters, while 84.7% are owner-occupied. Sachse leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.