Average Rent in 78240, San Antonio, TX

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Current Versus Historical 78240, San Antonio, TX Rents

78240 rentals average $969 for a studio rental to $1,463 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $1,220, or roughly $16 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in August 2026, median rents have fallen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $281 (-22.46%) year-over-year from $1,250 to $969. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $356 (-25.76%) year-over-year from $1,383 to $1,027. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $357 (-22.65%) year-over-year from $1,577 to $1,220. 3-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $224 (-12.29%) year-over-year from $1,820 to $1,596. 4-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $178 (-10.82%) year-over-year from $1,640 to $1,463. 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 down by 0.00% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 9.07% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 9.38% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 8.63% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone down by 7.62% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Aug 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$22.02	$969	$1,250 (-22.46%)	$1,348 (-28.12%)
1 BR	$17.73	$1,027	$1,383 (-25.76%)	$1,296 (-20.77%)
2 BR	$14.86	$1,220	$1,577 (-22.65%)	$1,408 (-13.35%)
3 BR	$14.30	$1,596	$1,820 (-12.29%)	$1,877 (-14.96%)
4+ BR	$16.51	$1,463	$1,640 (-10.82%)	$2,032 (-28.01%)

Historical Rents in 78240, San Antonio, TX

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Top Cities Near 78240

There are a total of 7 cities nearby 78240. The average rent in 78240 is currently $1,665 per month. Our records show that San Antonio, TX, with an average rent of $1,232, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near 78240, San Antonio, TX is Lakeway, TX. Monthly rents here are on average $3,000 per month.

Let's compare 78240, San Antonio, TX's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in 78240, San Antonio, TX is 1.81% more affordable than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 30.96% more affordable. Two bedrooms in 78240, San Antonio, TX are about 29.51% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 12.78% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 7 cities near 78240, San Antonio, TX in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
San Antonio, TX	$969	$1,020	$1,242	$1,232
Lockhart, TX	N/A	$1,345	$1,250	$1,468
San Marcos, TX	$1,395	$988	$1,295	$1,650
New Braunfels, TX	$987	$1,569	$1,580	$1,665
Austin, TX	$1,275	$1,450	$1,750	$1,870
Kyle, TX	$1,565	$1,700	$1,758	$1,899
Lakeway, TX	N/A	$981	$1,943	$3,000

Top Neighborhoods Near 78240

There are a total of 36 neighborhoods in or near 78240. Some of these neighborhoods include St. Johns, North University, and West University. We've included the top 30 neighborhoods out of 36 total neighborhoods in or near 78240, San Antonio, TX in the following table.

The average rent for these 30 neighborhoods in or near 78240, San Antonio, TX is currently around $1,849 per month. A total of 2 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only twenty-eight neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $1,849. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than 78240's average rent, which is only $1,220. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 78240, St. Johns has the most affordable average rent at $1,177 per month. Whereas, at $3,200 average rent per month, Downtown Austin is the most expensive neighborhood in or near 78240. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
St. Johns, Austin, TX	$897	$1,139	$1,484	$1,177
North University, Austin, TX	$880	$999	$1,550	$1,188
West University, Austin, TX	$1,145	$1,000	$1,573	$1,269
Hyde Park, Austin, TX	$875	$1,138	$1,695	$1,275
Parker Lane, Austin, TX	$701	$1,000	$1,535	$1,340
North Austin, Austin, TX	$985	$899	$1,313	$1,400
Highland, Austin, TX	$1,185	$1,335	$1,813	$1,495
Pleasant Valley, Austin, TX	N/A	$975	$1,500	$1,498
Stone Oak, San Antonio, TX	N/A	$1,329	$1,583	$1,583
Brentwood, Austin, TX	$1,328	$1,502	$2,025	$1,640
Hancock, Austin, TX	$1,372	$1,200	$1,895	$1,642
Downtown San Antonio, San Antonio, TX	$1,115	$1,617	$1,875	$1,650
Riverside, Austin, TX	$1,450	$1,635	$2,085	$1,717
Windsor Park, Austin, TX	$914	$1,595	$1,598	$1,720
Garrison Park, Austin, TX	$920	$899	$1,550	$1,795
South Lamar, Austin, TX	$1,177	$1,650	$1,925	$1,800
Sweetbriar, Austin, TX	$1,517	$1,460	$1,704	$1,843
North Burnet, Austin, TX	$1,400	$1,770	$2,434	$1,869
North Loop, Austin, TX	$1,074	$1,360	$1,895	$1,895
West Oak Hill, Austin, TX	N/A	$1,371	$1,773	$1,895
South River City, Austin, TX	$1,300	$1,450	$2,350	$1,900
East Cesar Chavez, Austin, TX	$1,543	$1,837	$2,622	$1,966
Montropolis, Austin, TX	$1,099	$1,750	$2,021	$2,012
Old West Austin, Austin, TX	$1,650	$1,946	$2,537	$2,044
RMMA, Austin, TX	$977	$1,908	$2,426	$2,167
Govalle, Austin, TX	$1,546	$1,766	$2,600	$2,193
MLK-183, Austin, TX	$1,396	$1,562	$2,100	$2,312
MLK, Austin, TX	$1,965	$2,310	$2,700	$2,450
Zilker, Austin, TX	$1,658	$2,530	$2,818	$2,751
Downtown Austin, Austin, TX	$2,067	$2,747	$3,850	$3,200

Top Counties Near 78240

There are a total of 15 counties located by 78240, San Antonio, TX. Some of these counties include San Antonio Central, San Antonio, TX, San Antonio Northeast, TX, and San Antonio North, San Antonio, TX. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $1,600. That's roughly around $15 per sqft. A total of 2 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is San Antonio Central, San Antonio, TX. Its average rent per month is $1,145. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,900, Dripping Springs-Wimberley, TX is the most expensive county by 78240, San Antonio, TX.

Typically, rent for studios in 78240, San Antonio, TX is 4.39% more affordable than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in 78240, San Antonio, TX is 30.96% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in 78240, San Antonio, TX is 19.75% more affordable than other counties nearby. We've listed the top 10 counties in the table below.

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
San Antonio Central, San Antonio, TX	$1,012	$988	$1,200	$1,145
San Antonio Northeast, TX	$795	$936	$1,110	$1,201
San Antonio North, San Antonio, TX	$809	$1,026	$1,292	$1,249
San Antonio Northwest, TX	$1,015	$1,095	$1,324	$1,420
San Antonio West, TX	$1,366	$1,090	$1,461	$1,512
Seguin, TX	$1,315	$1,563	$1,320	$1,570
Schertz-Cibolo, TX	N/A	$1,065	$1,305	$1,600
New Braunfels, TX	$987	$1,552	$1,600	$1,665
San Marcos, TX	$1,395	$1,393	$1,716	$1,720
Dripping Springs-Wimberley, TX	N/A	$1,321	$1,750	$2,900

Top Zipcodes Near 78240

There are a total of 35 zipcodes in or near 78240, San Antonio, TX. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $1,600. 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 78232, Hollywood Park, TX at $1,033 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $3,200 per month is 78701, Austin, TX.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,035. That's at least $24 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near 78240, San Antonio, TX is $1,200 per month. Or in other words, $20 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,550 per month. Which comes out to $17 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in 78240, San Antonio, TX. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
78249, San Antonio, TX	$981	$925	$1,324	$1,369
78229, San Antonio, TX	$825	$990	$1,144	$1,117
78230, San Antonio, TX	N/A	$935	$1,160	$1,120
78705, Austin, TX	$1,060	$1,097	$1,600	$1,295
78251, San Antonio, TX	$1,229	$1,125	$1,459	$1,362
78216, San Antonio, TX	$772	$975	$1,228	$1,155
78232, Hollywood Park, TX	$751	$818	$1,200	$1,033
78704, Austin, TX	$1,352	$1,848	$2,302	$2,250
78256, Cross Mountain, TX	$1,103	$1,465	$1,772	$1,789
78640, Kyle, TX	$1,565	$1,700	$1,765	$1,925

Frequently Asked Questions - 78240 Average Rents

What is the average rent price in 78240, San Antonio, TX?

The average monthly rental price for 78240, San Antonio, TX apartments for rent is approximately $1,220. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do 78240, San Antonio, 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 78240, San Antonio, TX.

How much is a studio apartment in 78240, San Antonio, TX?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $969 and an average price per square feet of $22.02. There are a total of 1 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in 78240.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in 78240, San Antonio, TX?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,027 and an average price per square feet of $17.73. There are a total of 33 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 78240.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in 78240, San Antonio, TX?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $1,220 and an average price per square feet of $14.86. There are a total of 55 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 78240.

How have rent prices in 78240, San Antonio, TX changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in 78240, San Antonio, TX can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.22%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.26%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.23%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.12% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in 78240, San Antonio, TX?

A reasonable rent price in 78240, San Antonio, TX is around $976/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.