467 Houses For Rent in Hidalgo, TX

Discover Houses for Rent in Hidalgo, TX

Hidalgo is found along the Mexican border and the Gulf of Mexico, near Pharr and Mission. Renters hunting down homes for rent will find multiple family-appropriate locations within the small city, such as Hidalgo Public Library, McAllen Park, Memorial Park, Marengo Foods Company and many others.

Interesting Facts About Hidalgo

• The land of contemporary Hidalgo was founded in 1749 by Jose de Escandon, a Spanish colonizer. 
• During the city's early history, the land was used primarily for cattle grazing.
• The city derives its distinctive name from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla, who was a famous figure in Mexico.
• Hidalgo was a crucial point for trade, serving as a frontier trading post. 
• In 1910, Hidalgo embarked on an impressive irrigation project. This helped bolster agriculture in the area, allowing for the creation of a large canal system that helped spur the production of crops such as vegetables, sugar cane, cotton and citrus. The pump house for this contraption has been preserved as a museum.
• The city was the seat of Hidalgo Country for a long time, between 1852 until 1908. Until 1905, Hidalgo was the sole city that made up Hidalgo County.

Resources for Renters

• The city's website highlights the prominent points about Hidalgo. For instance, renters can research the various departments the city has, such as public works, the youth center and code enforcement. The site also has helpful tips on safety, detailed pages on government and a profile of the city. It also lists information regarding festivities the city has - BorderFest and Festival of Lights are two large events the city puts on.
• Hidalgo Public Library has a website for renters and residents of Hidalgo. It includes links to the library's catalog, the services the library provides, programs and contact information.