Bryan Apartments and Rentals

Bryan makes up about 43.4 square miles of land in Brazos County. The rich economy, high quality schools and state-of-the-art healthcare facilities are just a few of the reasons individuals are drawn to Bryan. Downtown Bryan boasts the motto “The Good Life, Texas Style,” where residents enjoy independently owned restaurants, boutique shopping, award-winning museums and several libraries. This historic town is perfect for families, but also offers an array of nightlife options for young professionals including hip bars, music and first friday art demonstrations. First Fridays is an art event many cities take part it where artists, musicians and community groups gather to demonstrate art.

According to statistics by the U.S. Census Bureau, the population has grown from a little more than 55,000 residents in 1990 to more than 77,000 in 2011. Bryan apartments for rent are near shopping, sports events and various open public spaces.

Beginning in the mid- to late-19th century, the region began as a small town located along the railway system, but established itself early as a bustling hub for business and trade in the area. During the Civil War, the construction of the Houston and Texas Central Railroad Company tracks was halted, but it resumed not long after the war ended. Bryan grew to a village of about 300 residents shortly after the first steam train rolled into the town in 1867.

In the early years of the 20th century, small spur tracks were constructed that linked Bryan’s five gins, two cotton yards, compresses, warehouses and rail lines and the cotton-producing lands in the area to markets all around. Bryan’s prosperous agricultural and mercantile businesses were linked to major markets across the country, making the town a vital resource to America. 

Although the train routes that allowed Bryan to grow into the prosperous town it is today are abandoned, the history is still alive. Today, the downtown center embraces the cultural significance of its past. The East Historic District, created in 1980 is near 50 homes and structures listed on the National Register of Historical Places.

Bryan is home to Texas A&M University, a public research university located in College Station. This location is the flagship of the A&M University system, and is the sixth largest school in the United States. Many apartments in Bryan are occupied by students attending the school, which ranks in the top 20 American institutes in terms of notable contributions in research.

Many residents of Bryan are employed by Texas A&M University, and many others own their own businesses in downtown Bryan. Most residents don’t need to travel far for work, and the average commute time is 8 minutes lower than the national average at 20 minutes, according to Best Places.

Bryan is a very inexpensive place to live compared to the rest of the country. According to Best Places, the overall cost of living is 15 points lower than the national average and food is 9 points lower. The small town is an ideal location for students, families and retirees seeking a quiet lifestyle that still offers access to any amenities needed.

According to statistics from the U.S. Census Bureau, the average cost for rentals in Bryan is $703. Apartments in downtown Bryan offer an abundance of activities, making the inexpensive rent a steal.

There is always something to do in Bryan. For example, the Texas Reds Festival is a signature event in Bryan. Residents enjoy all the town has to offer with wine, steaks and music in the historic downtown location. Also, since Bryan is so close to Texas A&M University, residents have made it a tradition to attend the football games at the university.

Bryan has many museums that residents and visitors explore year round including the Brazos Valley Museum of Natural History, Children’s Museum of the Brazos Valley and Lake Bryan.

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