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 $1,363 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $1,239, or roughly $16 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in October 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 $329 (-23.80%) year-over-year from $1,382 to $1,053. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $345 (-21.90%) year-over-year from $1,574 to $1,229. 3-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $249 (-13.18%) year-over-year from $1,888 to $1,639. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $248 (22.20%) year-over-year from $1,115 to $1,363. 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 up by 1.25% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 2.52% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 7.84% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone down by 1.80% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Oct 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$22.02	$969	$1,250 (-22.46%)	$1,281 (-24.38%)
1 BR	$17.52	$1,053	$1,382 (-23.80%)	$1,291 (-18.45%)
2 BR	$15.09	$1,229	$1,574 (-21.90%)	$1,365 (-9.95%)
3 BR	$14.30	$1,639	$1,888 (-13.18%)	$1,818 (-9.86%)
4+ BR	$15.84	$1,363	$1,115 (22.20%)	$2,287 (-40.42%)

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. Only one city nearby has an average rent lower than that. Our records show that San Antonio, TX, with an average rent of $1,223, 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 $2,800 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 0.10% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 27.73% more affordable. Two bedrooms in 78240, San Antonio, TX are about 34.26% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 9.52% 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	$968	$1,019	$1,231	$1,223
Lockhart, TX	N/A	$1,345	$1,225	$1,485
San Marcos, TX	N/A	$1,000	$1,198	$1,650
New Braunfels, TX	$987	$1,561	$1,650	$1,665
Kyle, TX	$1,830	$1,830	$1,799	$1,860
Austin, TX	$1,534	$1,410	$1,750	$1,930
Lakeway, TX	N/A	$981	$2,048	$2,800

Top Neighborhoods Near 78240

There are a total of 34 neighborhoods in or near 78240. Some of these neighborhoods include Hyde Park, Babcock North, and Parker Lane. We've included the top 30 neighborhoods out of 34 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 $1,745 per month. A total of one neighborhood has a lower average rent. Meaning, only twenty-nine neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $1,745. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than 78240's average rent, which is only $1,239. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 78240, Hyde Park has the most affordable average rent at $1,200 per month. Whereas, at $3,460 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
Hyde Park, Austin, TX	$912	$998	$1,500	$1,200
Babcock North, San Antonio, TX	N/A	$1,069	$1,299	$1,249
Parker Lane, Austin, TX	$865	$1,065	$1,445	$1,265
St. Johns, Austin, TX	$819	$950	$1,250	$1,395
North University, Austin, TX	$825	$999	$1,675	$1,450
West University, Austin, TX	$1,200	$980	$1,693	$1,495
Pleasant Valley, Austin, TX	N/A	$975	$1,881	$1,495
North Austin, Austin, TX	$985	$899	$1,300	$1,500
Garrison Park, Austin, TX	$920	$899	$1,424	$1,563
Windsor Park, Austin, TX	$914	$1,097	$1,349	$1,583
Stone Oak, San Antonio, TX	N/A	$1,408	$1,655	$1,617
Riverside, Austin, TX	$1,226	$1,520	$1,861	$1,678
Downtown San Antonio, San Antonio, TX	$1,115	$1,662	$1,891	$1,733
Hancock, Austin, TX	$1,372	$1,200	$1,845	$1,740
Brentwood, Austin, TX	$1,271	$1,096	$1,850	$1,750
North Burnet, Austin, TX	$1,408	$1,516	$2,280	$1,834
West Oak Hill, Austin, TX	N/A	$1,314	$1,695	$1,877
South River City, Austin, TX	$1,553	$1,438	$2,050	$1,902
Sweetbriar, Austin, TX	$1,840	$1,564	$2,095	$1,949
South Lamar, Austin, TX	$1,149	$1,700	$2,000	$1,957
North Loop, Austin, TX	$1,074	$1,258	$2,062	$1,960
Montropolis, Austin, TX	N/A	$1,850	$1,950	$2,000
RMMA, Austin, TX	$977	$1,724	$2,235	$2,032
East Cesar Chavez, Austin, TX	$1,564	$1,850	$2,668	$2,075
Old West Austin, Austin, TX	$1,681	$1,895	$2,865	$2,207
MLK-183, Austin, TX	$1,396	$1,504	$2,400	$2,300
MLK, Austin, TX	$1,965	$2,343	$2,537	$2,450
Govalle, Austin, TX	$1,486	$1,724	$2,464	$2,464
Zilker, Austin, TX	$1,855	$2,565	$2,800	$2,707
Downtown Austin, Austin, TX	$2,067	$2,490	$3,785	$3,460

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 $1,599. That's roughly around $14 per sqft. A total of 3 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 $1,133. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,798, Dripping Springs-Wimberley, TX is the most expensive county by 78240, San Antonio, TX.

Typically, rent for studios in 78240, San Antonio, TX is 2.63% more affordable than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in 78240, San Antonio, TX is 19.42% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in 78240, San Antonio, TX is 19.12% 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	$1,029	$986	$1,143	$1,133
San Antonio Northeast, TX	$685	$878	$1,085	$1,165
San Antonio North, San Antonio, TX	$817	$1,004	$1,240	$1,235
San Antonio Northwest, TX	$995	$1,095	$1,320	$1,360
San Antonio West, TX	$1,366	$1,125	$1,464	$1,550
Seguin, TX	$1,385	$1,563	$1,270	$1,563
Schertz-Cibolo, TX	N/A	$1,025	$1,297	$1,599
New Braunfels, TX	$987	$1,525	$1,700	$1,665
San Marcos, TX	N/A	$1,393	$1,650	$1,698
Dripping Springs-Wimberley, TX	$1,495	$1,258	$1,800	$2,798

Top Zipcodes Near 78240

There are a total of 32 zipcodes in or near 78240, San Antonio, TX. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $1,606. A total of 6 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 $962 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $3,455 per month is 78701, Austin, TX.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,023. 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 $1,247 per month. Or in other words, $21 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	$1,065	$1,299	$1,279
78229, San Antonio, TX	$825	$990	$1,162	$1,125
78230, San Antonio, TX	N/A	$930	$1,135	$1,102
78705, Austin, TX	$1,050	$1,100	$1,695	$1,500
78251, San Antonio, TX	$1,229	$1,125	$1,453	$1,420
78216, San Antonio, TX	$1,010	$975	$1,225	$1,176
78232, Hollywood Park, TX	$741	$810	$1,198	$962
78704, Austin, TX	$1,553	$1,897	$2,349	$2,300
78256, Cross Mountain, TX	$1,103	$1,603	$1,789	$1,931
78640, Kyle, TX	$1,830	$1,830	$1,799	$1,895

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 $1,239. 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 $1,053 and an average price per square feet of $17.52. There are a total of 32 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 $1,229 and an average price per square feet of $15.09. There are a total of 42 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 -0.24%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.22%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.13% 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 $991/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.