Average Rent in 77005, West University Place, TX

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Current Versus Historical 77005, West University Place, TX Rents

77005 rentals average $1,698 for a studio rental to $7,100 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $3,550, or roughly $25 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in August 2026, median rents have risen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $493 (40.87%) year-over-year from $1,205 to $1,698. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $221 (14.69%) year-over-year from $1,504 to $1,725. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $410 (-14.59%) year-over-year from $2,810 to $2,400. 3-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $1,183 (-23.99%) year-over-year from $4,933 to $3,750. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $208 (3.31%) year-over-year from $6,292 to $6,500. Note that this figure includes all active and rented listings throughout the month.

Month-to-month, seasonality might have a bigger impact than overall trend price changes. Studio rents have gone up by 5.65% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 5.52% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 2.76% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 6.60% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone down by 14.10% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Aug 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$27.35	$1,698	$1,205 (40.87%)	$1,615 (5.11%)
1 BR	$28.85	$1,725	$1,504 (14.69%)	$1,515 (13.84%)
2 BR	$24.86	$2,400	$2,810 (-14.59%)	$4,990 (-51.90%)
3 BR	$20.66	$3,750	$4,933 (-23.99%)	$9,359 (-59.93%)
4+ BR	$25.35	$6,500	$6,292 (3.31%)	$4,350 (49.43%)

Historical Rents in 77005, West University Place, TX

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Top Cities Near 77005

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All

Top Neighborhoods Near 77005

There are a total of 7 neighborhoods in or near 77005. Some of these neighborhoods include Astrodome, Braeswood Place, and Neartown - Montrose. We've included all of these top 7 neighborhoods in or near 77005, West University Place, TX in the following table.

The average rent for these 7 neighborhoods in or near 77005, West University Place, TX is currently around $1,900 per month. A total of 7 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is less than 77005's average rent, which is actually $3,550. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 77005, Astrodome has the most affordable average rent at $1,400 per month. Whereas, at $2,625 average rent per month, The Museum District is the most expensive neighborhood in or near 77005. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Astrodome, Houston, TX	$850	$1,100	$1,475	$1,400
Braeswood Place, Houston, TX	$730	$1,115	$1,480	$1,700
Neartown - Montrose, Houston, TX	$925	$1,289	$2,100	$1,750
University Place, Houston, TX	$1,075	$1,400	$1,890	$1,900
Midtown, Houston, TX	$1,182	$1,668	$2,196	$1,925
Greenway - Upper Kirby, Houston, TX	$1,459	$1,679	$2,221	$2,139
The Museum District, Houston, TX	$1,150	$1,850	$2,171	$2,625

Top Counties Near 77005

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All

Top Zipcodes Near 77005

There are a total of 7 zipcodes in or near 77005, West University Place, TX. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $1,700. A total of 7 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 77081, Houston, TX at $1,147 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $2,100 per month is 77098, Houston, TX.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $825. That's at least $22 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near 77005, West University Place, TX is $1,250 per month. Or in other words, $22 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,800 per month. Which comes out to $18 per sqft. The following table includes the top 7 zipcodes in 77005, West University Place, TX. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
77006, Houston, TX	$985	$1,395	$2,175	$1,795
77054, Houston, TX	$850	$1,100	$1,475	$1,438
77027, Houston, TX	N/A	$1,729	$2,419	$2,018
77025, Houston, TX	$765	$1,102	$1,435	$1,700
77098, Houston, TX	$825	$1,425	$2,203	$2,100
77030, Houston, TX	$1,232	$1,250	$1,800	$1,647
77081, Houston, TX	$800	$909	$1,295	$1,147

Frequently Asked Questions - 77005 Average Rents

What is the average rent price in 77005, West University Place, TX?

The average monthly rental price for 77005, West University Place, TX apartments for rent is approximately $3,550. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do 77005, West University Place, TX rent prices drop in winter?

Yes! On average we see a 3.4% drop in rental prices between the peak summer months and the slower winter months. With the added bonus of decreased competition from other renters looking to move, winter is generally considered the best time of the year to find an apartment for rent in 77005, West University Place, TX.

How much is a studio apartment in 77005, West University Place, TX?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,698 and an average price per square feet of $27.35. There are a total of 2 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in 77005.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in 77005, West University Place, TX?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,700 and an average price per square feet of $28.85. There are a total of 9 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 77005.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in 77005, West University Place, TX?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $2,800 and an average price per square feet of $24.86. There are a total of 15 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 77005.

How have rent prices in 77005, West University Place, TX changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in 77005, West University Place, TX can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 0.41%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.15%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.15%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.24% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in 77005, West University Place, TX?

A reasonable rent price in 77005, West University Place, TX is around $2,840/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.