Average Rent in 78249, San Antonio, TX

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Current Versus Historical 78249, San Antonio, TX Rents

78249 rentals average $981 for a studio rental to $2,750 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $1,285, 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 increased by $0 (0.00%) year-over-year from $981 to $981. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $405 (-27.55%) year-over-year from $1,470 to $1,065. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $538 (-29.09%) year-over-year from $1,848 to $1,310. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $91 (4.92%) year-over-year from $1,858 to $1,949. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $470 (20.63%) year-over-year from $2,280 to $2,750. 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 6.66% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 13.19% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 1.26% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 16.63% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Oct 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$19.72	$981	$981 (0.00%)	$2,233 (-56.07%)
1 BR	$18.01	$1,065	$1,470 (-27.55%)	$1,439 (-25.96%)
2 BR	$15.86	$1,310	$1,848 (-29.09%)	$1,504 (-12.90%)
3 BR	$14.25	$1,949	$1,858 (4.92%)	$1,869 (4.30%)
4+ BR	$14.86	$2,750	$2,280 (20.63%)	$2,145 (28.22%)

Historical Rents in 78249, San Antonio, TX

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Top Cities Near 78249

There are a total of 11 cities nearby 78249. The average rent in 78249 is currently $1,825 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 $1,215, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near 78249, San Antonio, TX is Lakeway, TX. Monthly rents here are on average $2,800 per month.

Let's compare 78249, San Antonio, TX's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 26.29% more affordable. Two bedrooms in 78249, San Antonio, TX are about 10.69% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 2.51% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 11 total cities near 78249, San Antonio, TX in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
San Antonio, TX	$968	$1,025	$1,249	$1,215
Lockhart, TX	N/A	$1,345	$1,225	$1,493
Wells Branch, TX	$1,773	$1,030	$1,425	$1,525
San Marcos, TX	N/A	$1,125	$1,173	$1,650
New Braunfels, TX	$987	$1,553	$1,600	$1,665
Jollyville, TX	N/A	$1,195	$1,450	$1,825
Kyle, TX	$1,830	$1,700	$1,782	$1,850
Austin, TX	$1,508	$1,445	$1,775	$1,900
Lago Vista, TX	N/A	$1,395	$1,323	$1,990
Lakeway, TX	N/A	$981	$2,000	$2,800

Top Neighborhoods Near 78249

There are a total of 33 neighborhoods in or near 78249. Some of these neighborhoods include Babcock North, Parker Lane, and St. Johns. We've included the top 30 neighborhoods out of 33 total neighborhoods in or near 78249, San Antonio, TX in the following table.

The average rent for these 30 neighborhoods in or near 78249, San Antonio, TX is currently around $1,752 per month. A total of 2 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only twenty-eight neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $1,752. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than 78249's average rent, which is only $1,285. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 78249, Babcock North has the most affordable average rent at $1,249 per month. Whereas, at $3,440 average rent per month, Downtown Austin is the most expensive neighborhood in or near 78249. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Babcock North, San Antonio, TX	N/A	$1,069	$1,299	$1,249
Parker Lane, Austin, TX	$865	$1,065	$1,443	$1,259
St. Johns, Austin, TX	$819	$950	$1,250	$1,398
Hyde Park, Austin, TX	$925	$995	$1,613	$1,400
Highland, Austin, TX	$1,168	$1,318	$1,637	$1,455
Pleasant Valley, Austin, TX	N/A	$975	$1,881	$1,495
North Austin, Austin, TX	$985	$899	$1,300	$1,498
Garrison Park, Austin, TX	$1,035	$899	$1,425	$1,550
Windsor Park, Austin, TX	$899	$1,094	$1,372	$1,571
Stone Oak, San Antonio, TX	N/A	$1,329	$1,583	$1,585
North University, Austin, TX	$788	$992	$1,850	$1,600
Downtown San Antonio, San Antonio, TX	$1,115	$1,573	$1,882	$1,617
West University, Austin, TX	$1,148	$975	$1,800	$1,650
Brentwood, Austin, TX	$1,271	$1,200	$1,825	$1,679
Riverside, Austin, TX	$1,450	$1,611	$1,873	$1,695
Hancock, Austin, TX	$1,372	$1,195	$1,895	$1,794
South River City, Austin, TX	$1,553	$1,395	$2,000	$1,795
North Burnet, Austin, TX	$1,408	$1,508	$2,280	$1,838
West Oak Hill, Austin, TX	N/A	$1,316	$1,695	$1,849
RMMA, Austin, TX	$977	$1,690	$1,900	$1,864
Sweetbriar, Austin, TX	$1,514	$1,564	$2,073	$1,911
North Loop, Austin, TX	$1,074	$1,260	$2,087	$1,923
Montropolis, Austin, TX	$1,099	$1,750	$1,950	$1,950
South Lamar, Austin, TX	$1,149	$1,700	$1,998	$1,964
East Cesar Chavez, Austin, TX	$1,585	$1,847	$2,645	$2,025
Old West Austin, Austin, TX	$1,681	$1,921	$2,600	$2,151
MLK-183, Austin, TX	$1,396	$1,504	$2,300	$2,200
MLK, Austin, TX	$1,965	$2,320	$2,499	$2,450
Zilker, Austin, TX	$1,808	$2,648	$2,800	$2,759
Downtown Austin, Austin, TX	$2,067	$2,552	$3,785	$3,440

Top Counties Near 78249

There are a total of 14 counties located by 78249, 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 $1,568. That's roughly around $16 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 $1,128. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,795, Dripping Springs-Wimberley, TX is the most expensive county by 78249, San Antonio, TX.

Typically, rent for studios in 78249, San Antonio, TX is 0.94% more affordable than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in 78249, San Antonio, TX is 22.54% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in 78249, San Antonio, TX is 9.50% 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	$994	$995	$1,150	$1,128
San Antonio Northeast, TX	$795	$891	$1,100	$1,163
San Antonio North, San Antonio, TX	$825	$1,025	$1,271	$1,240
San Antonio Northwest, TX	$1,015	$1,095	$1,316	$1,342
San Antonio West, TX	$1,366	$1,090	$1,467	$1,500
Seguin, TX	$1,385	$1,563	$1,402	$1,563
Schertz-Cibolo, TX	N/A	$1,065	$1,305	$1,573
New Braunfels, TX	$987	$1,500	$1,700	$1,665
San Marcos, TX	N/A	$1,393	$1,750	$1,704
Dripping Springs-Wimberley, TX	$1,450	$1,265	$1,800	$2,795

Top Zipcodes Near 78249

There are a total of 38 zipcodes in or near 78249, San Antonio, TX. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $1,610. A total of 8 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 $1,025 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $3,440 per month is 78701, Austin, TX.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $994. That's at least $25 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near 78249, San Antonio, TX is $1,231 per month. Or in other words, $20 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,525 per month. Which comes out to $18 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in 78249, San Antonio, TX. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
78240, San Antonio, TX	$969	$1,027	$1,220	$1,220
78705, Austin, TX	$1,023	$1,100	$1,825	$1,650
78230, San Antonio, TX	N/A	$935	$1,140	$1,102
78256, Cross Mountain, TX	$1,103	$1,465	$1,772	$1,789
78232, Hollywood Park, TX	$741	$810	$1,198	$1,025
78229, San Antonio, TX	$825	$975	$1,144	$1,117
78216, San Antonio, TX	$1,010	$975	$1,225	$1,176
78704, Austin, TX	$1,553	$1,950	$2,398	$2,302
78251, San Antonio, TX	$1,229	$1,125	$1,459	$1,362
78640, Kyle, TX	$1,830	$1,700	$1,799	$1,885

Frequently Asked Questions - 78249 Average Rents

What is the average rent price in 78249, San Antonio, TX?

The average monthly rental price for 78249, San Antonio, TX apartments for rent is approximately $1,285. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do 78249, 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 78249, San Antonio, TX.

How much is a studio apartment in 78249, San Antonio, TX?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $981 and an average price per square feet of $19.72. There are a total of 1 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in 78249.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in 78249, San Antonio, TX?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,065 and an average price per square feet of $18.01. There are a total of 84 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 78249.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in 78249, San Antonio, TX?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $1,310 and an average price per square feet of $15.86. There are a total of 89 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 78249.

How have rent prices in 78249, San Antonio, TX changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in 78249, San Antonio, TX can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 0.00%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.28%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.29%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.05% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in 78249, San Antonio, TX?

A reasonable rent price in 78249, San Antonio, TX is around $1,028/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.