1970 Market Report
Bryan & College Station rental market report
Average rents, occupancy, and investment ROI for houses for rent in Bryan/College Station in 1970. Built by a local property manager for owners deciding whether to rent, buy, or hold in the Brazos Valley.
avg. occupancy
across our portfolio
managing BCS
long-term rentals
in-house teams
mgmt · leasing · maintenance · marketing
Portfolio-wide average over the last decade. Individual results vary.
Live BCS market pulse
Real numbers pulled from RentCast's BCS zip-code market feeds, refreshed every 24 hours. Covers 7 zip codes across Bryan and College Station.
Median rent (all SFR)
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Across all BCS zip codes
RentCast market feed
Median rent · 3-bed
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Typical 3-bed / 2-bath SFR
RentCast market feed
Median rent per sqft
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Blended across zips
RentCast market feed
Active listings on market
2,092
180 new in last 30 days
RentCast market feed
Avg days on market
71 days
Volume-weighted across zips
RentCast market feed
Rent change · 12 months
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Median rent, year over year
RentCast market feed
Bryan · median rent
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Weighted across 5 Bryan zips
RentCast market feed
College Station · median rent
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Weighted across 2 CS zips
RentCast market feed
Average rent by house type
Ranges reflect condition, age, and location within each city. Homes zoned to CSISD and homes within 3 miles of campus consistently rent at the top of the range.
| Property type | Bryan | College Station | Notes |
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| 3-bed / 2-bath single-family | $1,450 – $1,900 | $1,750 – $2,400 | The workhorse of the BCS rental market. Highest demand from grad students, young families, and A&M staff. |
| 4-bed / 3-bath single-family | $1,850 – $2,400 | $2,200 – $3,000 | Preferred by roommate groups (undergrad and grad) — lease on the academic calendar for best results. |
| Premium new-build / gated | $2,200 – $2,900 | $2,500 – $3,600+ | Pebble Creek, Castlegate, Creek Meadows, Traditions. Faculty, medical, and relocation tenants. |
| Duplex / townhome (per unit) | $1,100 – $1,500 | $1,350 – $1,800 | Steady demand, easier turnover. Popular with young professionals and grad students. |
Occupancy & the A&M leasing cycle
Why BCS occupancy stays high
Bryan/College Station has one of the tightest single-family rental markets in Texas because rental demand is anchored by Texas A&M and reinforced by non-student employment (medical, biotech, RELLIS). Single-family supply has not kept pace with enrollment or population growth, so well-maintained homes leased on the academic calendar rarely sit vacant.
Our own portfolio has averaged 97%+ occupancy for 10+ years — and the vast majority of vacancy days are planned turnover between August cycles, not lost demand.
The August cycle, in one paragraph
Roughly 70% of BCS single-family leases start in July or August, aligned to the A&M academic year. To hit that window, homes need to be photographed and listed in May, with applications approved in June and leases signed by early July. Miss the August window and a home can sit 6–10 months waiting for the next real leasing cycle — the single biggest hidden cost for out-of-state owners and DIY landlords.
Investment ROI in Bryan/College Station
BCS is a durable, medium-yield, medium-appreciation market. It rewards owners who buy right, lease on the A&M calendar, and hold for 5+ years. Here's what typical single-family numbers look like in 1970.
Cap rate (turnkey SFR)
5 – 7%
Unlevered NOI ÷ purchase price. Higher in Bryan, lower in premium CS neighborhoods.
Gross yield
7 – 9%
Annual gross rent ÷ purchase price for a typical 3/2 in an established BCS neighborhood.
10-yr rent growth
~4 – 7% / yr
Single-family rent growth has outpaced inflation and the Texas statewide average.
Vacancy assumption
2 – 5%
Realistic for well-maintained SFR leased on the A&M calendar with active management.
Turnover cost
$800 – $2,500
Typical make-ready between tenants — paint touch-up, cleaning, minor repairs, re-list.
Management fee
8 – 10% of collected rent
Market range for full-service SFR management in BCS. See our pricing page for ours.
Illustrative ranges based on Hometown's active BCS portfolio and public MLS data. Not investment advice — every property underwrites individually.
What's driving the 1970 market
Texas A&M anchor demand
75,000+ students, plus faculty, staff, and research employees. Enrollment growth has outpaced housing supply almost every year of the past decade — the primary reason BCS vacancy stays near zero.
Diversifying employment base
Baylor Scott & White, CHI St. Joseph, the RELLIS technology campus, and expanding biotech / advanced-manufacturing employers add non-student rental demand that softens summer-cycle risk.
Rent growth outpacing inflation
Single-family rents in BCS have grown roughly 4–7% annually over the last decade — ahead of the Texas statewide average and well ahead of core inflation.
Constrained new supply
Most new construction has been purpose-built student housing (multifamily near campus), not detached single-family. That keeps demand for houses tight, especially in CSISD-zoned neighborhoods.
Drill down by neighborhood
Live rent, days-on-market, and 12-month rent change for the neighborhoods we actively manage. Rent bands reflect our on-the-ground portfolio; other stats come from the RentCast market feed for each neighborhood's zip.
College Station · 77840
Northgate
Zip median rent
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3-bed median
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$/sqft
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Avg DOM
76.64 d
Portfolio band: $1,400 – $2,800/mo (varies by bed count)
Graduate students, A&M faculty, and young professionals who want to walk to campus, the Northgate bars, and Kyle Field.
College Station · 77840
Wolf Pen Creek
Zip median rent
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3-bed median
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$/sqft
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Avg DOM
76.64 d
Portfolio band: $1,500 – $2,400/mo
A&M faculty, medical and tech professionals at the nearby corporate corridor, and small families that want walkable amenities.
College Station · 77845
Pebble Creek
Zip median rent
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3-bed median
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$/sqft
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Avg DOM
60.91 d
Portfolio band: $2,500 – $4,500/mo
Relocating A&M faculty/leadership, energy and tech execs, physicians, and visiting professors on multi-year contracts.
College Station · 77845
Castlegate & Castlegate II
Zip median rent
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3-bed median
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$/sqft
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Avg DOM
60.91 d
Portfolio band: $2,100 – $3,400/mo
Relocating families, dual-income professionals, and medical staff at the Baylor Scott & White / CHI St. Joseph campuses.
College Station · 77840
Southside Historic District
Zip median rent
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3-bed median
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$/sqft
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Avg DOM
76.64 d
Portfolio band: $1,600 – $3,200/mo
A&M faculty, grad-student couples, and academic-year visiting researchers.
College Station · 77845
Creek Meadows
Zip median rent
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3-bed median
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$/sqft
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Avg DOM
60.91 d
Portfolio band: $1,950 – $2,900/mo
Relocating families, A&M staff, and medical professionals.
Bryan · 77807
Traditions
Zip median rent
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3-bed median
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$/sqft
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Avg DOM
71.71 d
Portfolio band: $2,400 – $4,800/mo
A&M Health Science Center faculty, physicians at Baylor Scott & White and CHI St. Joseph, and corporate relocations.
Bryan · 77802
Miramont
Zip median rent
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3-bed median
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$/sqft
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Avg DOM
73.07 d
Portfolio band: $2,200 – $4,200/mo
Physicians, A&M Health Science Center faculty, and dual-income relocating families.
Bryan · 77808
Austin's Colony
Zip median rent
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3-bed median
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$/sqft
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Avg DOM
63.44 d
Portfolio band: $1,650 – $2,400/mo
Relocating families, blue-collar professionals, A&M support staff, and medical-corridor workers.
Bryan · 77802
Edgewater
Zip median rent
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3-bed median
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$/sqft
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Avg DOM
73.07 d
Portfolio band: $1,700 – $2,400/mo
Working families, medical-corridor staff, and long-term A&M support employees.
Bryan · 77803
Downtown Bryan
Zip median rent
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3-bed median
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$/sqft
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Avg DOM
62.8 d
Portfolio band: $1,200 – $2,400/mo
Young professionals, artists, A&M grad students, and downtown employees who want walkability.
Bryan · 77802
Copperfield
Zip median rent
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3-bed median
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$/sqft
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Avg DOM
73.07 d
Portfolio band: $1,750 – $2,500/mo
Working families, A&M staff, and medical-corridor commuters.
Market questions owners ask
What is the average rent for a house in Bryan, TX?
Single-family rents in Bryan currently run about $1,450–$1,900/mo for a 3-bed / 2-bath home, depending on square footage, condition, and proximity to Texas A&M. New-build and CSISD-zoned homes on the south side push higher; older Bryan ISD inventory rents lower. For your specific address, run a free instant rent estimate.
What is the average rent for a house in College Station?
College Station single-family rents average $1,750–$2,400/mo for a 3-bed / 2-bath, with premium neighborhoods (Pebble Creek, Castlegate, Creek Meadows) reaching $2,500–$3,200+. Proximity to A&M campus, CSISD schools, and newer construction are the biggest price drivers.
How high is occupancy in the Bryan/College Station rental market?
BCS runs one of the tightest rental markets in Texas because of Texas A&M. Structural vacancy sits near zero for well-maintained single-family homes leased on the academic calendar. Our managed portfolio has averaged 97%+ occupancy for 10+ years.
Is Bryan/College Station a good market for rental property investment?
Yes — BCS combines steady demand from Texas A&M's 75,000+ students, growing medical and biotech employment, and long-term population growth. Cap rates typically land in the 5–7% range for turnkey single-family, with rent growth outpacing statewide averages over the last decade.
When is the best time of year to lease a house in College Station?
The August move-in window (aligned to the A&M academic calendar) drives 70%+ of annual leasing. Listing in May–June for an August 1 start is ideal. Homes that miss August can sit vacant 6–10 months waiting for the next cycle — one of the most important reasons to work with a manager who knows the calendar.
How does the Bryan rental market compare to College Station?
Bryan offers lower entry prices and stronger cash-on-cash yields; College Station commands higher rents and appreciation but costs more to acquire. Investors chasing yield often buy in Bryan; investors chasing long-term appreciation and premium tenants lean College Station.
What would your BCS house actually rent for?
Free instant rent estimate — no signup, no sales call. Grounded in the same local comps we use to price our own portfolio.
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