Texas Dominates Ranking of Best U.S. Cities for Renters

While I’m a big advocate for owning your home, sometimes it’s not possible. The good news is that a city in Texas was determined to be the best in the entire country for renters.

The Reality of the “Homeowner Blues”

Even though I love owning our home, my wife and I like to joke about the “homeowner blues.” That’s when you have to fix something yourself, or even worse, have to pay someone to fix it for you. I do miss being able to pick up the phone and call the landlord when something breaks.

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Speaking of landlords, having a good one was top priority when looking for a place to rent. I’ve heard horror stories about landlords not being responsive to renters who have issues; thankfully, I never had to deal with that.

What Makes a City Great for Renters?

Of course, there are plenty of other factors to consider when looking for a new place: apartment quality, neighborhood safety, and cost of living immediately come to mind. After analyzing those factors and others, RentCafe found McKinney to be the best U.S. city for renters.

Texas Cities Dominate the Rankings

In fact, Texas is a great place for renters, in general. Austin, Round Rock, Plano, Conroe, San Marcos, Denton, Fort Worth, and San Antonio were all ranked among the 50 best cities for renters. 

Yet more proof that the Lone Star State is a great place to hang your hat.