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Eviction in Brazos County (Bryan/College Station), Texas

Where eviction cases are filed in Brazos County (Bryan/College Station), what it costs, local rent levels and where to get help — with the official court, county and HUD sources.

Quick facts: eviction in Brazos County (Bryan/College Station)

Eviction court
Brazos County Justice of the Peace Courts (Precincts 1-4) — Justice of the Peace court Court page
Filing fee
$179 for an eviction (forcible detainer): $54 filing + $125 service; writ of possession $185 ($5 + $180 service, plus $65 per hour per deputy after 2 hours) Brazos County Justices of the Peace - Fees, Forms, and Additional Resources (updated Jan. 1, 2026)
Notice before filing (state law)
At least 3 days' written notice to vacate before filing, unless the written lease provides a shorter or longer period. For a tenant evicted solely for nonpayment who was not delinquent before the month of the notice, the notice must be a notice to pay rent or vacate. Texas rules
HUD Fair Market Rent, 2-bedroom (FY2026)
$1,186/month HUD
Renter households
48,421 (53% of households) Census ACS 2020–2024

Last verified against official sources: 2026-10-23

Where eviction cases are filed in Brazos County (Bryan/College Station)

Eviction cases in Brazos County (Bryan/College Station) are heard by the Brazos County Justice of the Peace Courts (Precincts 1-4) (Justice of the Peace court).

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File in the justice court for the precinct where the property is located. Dockets are posted on the county courts dockets page (https://brazoscountytx.gov/courts/dockets/). Amendments to Texas Property Code ch. 24 (SB 38) apply to eviction cases filed on or after January 1, 2026 (statewide change, not county-specific).

How much it costs to file an eviction in Brazos County (Bryan/College Station)

$179 for an eviction (forcible detainer): $54 filing + $125 service; writ of possession $185 ($5 + $180 service, plus $65 per hour per deputy after 2 hours)

Totals include the justice court filing fee and the Brazos County constable or sheriff service fee. Service fees are effective Jan. 1, 2026 until further order of Commissioners Court (https://brazoscountytx.gov/courts/fee-schedules-for-services-provided-by-sheriffs-office-and-constables/). A Statement of Inability to Afford Payment of Court Costs may be filed instead of paying fees.

Source: Brazos County Justices of the Peace - Fees, Forms, and Additional Resources (updated Jan. 1, 2026)

How eviction cases work locally

Writ of possession serviceConstable/sheriff writ of possession service is $180, plus $65 per hour per deputy after 2 hours.
Source: Official source

The Texas eviction process

Texas state law sets the notice periods and court steps everywhere in the state, including Brazos County (Bryan/College Station):

  1. Written notice to vacate (at least 3 days unless lease says otherwise; pay-or-vacate form for first-time nonpayment) delivered by a method in Sec. 24.005(f-3)
  2. File sworn petition in justice court; landlord may include a sworn motion for summary disposition (Sec. 24.00505, 24.005106)
  3. Sheriff/constable must make a diligent effort to serve citation within 5 business days of filing; otherwise landlord may use another trained officer (Sec. 24.0051(f))
  4. Tenant may file a response to a summary disposition motion no later than the 4th day after service; trial is set 10-21 days after filing and not earlier than 4 days after service (Sec. 24.0051(g), 24.005106)
  5. Judgment; appeal to county court by bond, cash deposit, or statement of inability within 5 days after judgment is signed (Sec. 24.005107)
  6. Writ of possession may not issue before the 6th day after judgment (absent possession bond); officer serves it within 5 business days, posts a 24-hour warning, then executes (Sec. 24.0061)

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Rent in Brazos County (Bryan/College Station)

HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rents for the College Station-Bryan, TX MSA (the rent levels used for Section 8 vouchers):

Studio$1,025
1 bedroom$1,082
2 bedrooms$1,186
3 bedrooms$1,649
4 bedrooms$1,928

Source: HUD Fair Market Rent documentation

Median gross rent in Brazos County (Bryan/College Station): $1,193/month (Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates).

County tenant ordinance

No county-level landlord-tenant ordinance identified; eviction procedure is governed by state law (Tex. Prop. Code ch. 24 and Tex. R. Civ. P. 510). City rules, if any, are on city pages.

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Frequently asked questions

Where do I file an eviction in Brazos County (Bryan/College Station)?
Eviction cases in Brazos County (Bryan/College Station) are filed with the Brazos County Justice of the Peace Courts (Precincts 1-4).
How much does it cost to file an eviction in Brazos County (Bryan/College Station)?
$179 for an eviction (forcible detainer): $54 filing + $125 service; writ of possession $185 ($5 + $180 service, plus $65 per hour per deputy after 2 hours)
Where can I get help with an eviction in Brazos County (Bryan/College Station)?
Lone Star Legal Aid.
What is the fair market rent in Brazos County (Bryan/College Station)?
HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for a 2-bedroom unit is $1,186 per month (1-bedroom: $1,082).

General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.