Average Rent in 78249, San Antonio, TX

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Current Versus Historical 78249, San Antonio, TX Rents

78249 rentals average $840 for a 1-bedroom rental to $2,770 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $1,259, or roughly $15 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in July 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 $440 (-34.88%) year-over-year from $1,261 to $821. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $319 (-19.76%) year-over-year from $1,613 to $1,294. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $202 (9.83%) year-over-year from $2,057 to $2,259. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $455 (17.62%) year-over-year from $2,585 to $3,040. 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 7.84% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 12.08% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 8.47% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 15.50% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Jul 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
1 BR	$13.67	$821	$1,261 (-34.88%)	$1,255 (-34.57%)
2 BR	$14.80	$1,294	$1,613 (-19.76%)	$1,463 (-11.53%)
3 BR	$16.52	$2,259	$2,057 (9.83%)	$1,951 (15.80%)
4+ BR	$15.19	$3,040	$2,585 (17.62%)	$2,272 (33.82%)

Historical Rents in 78249, San Antonio, TX

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Top Cities Near 78249

There are a total of 10 cities nearby 78249. The average rent in 78249 is currently $1,951 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 $1,177, 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 $3,300 per month.

Let's compare 78249, San Antonio, TX's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 20.71% more affordable. Two bedrooms in 78249, San Antonio, TX are about 14.21% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 13.79% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities near 78249, San Antonio, TX in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
San Antonio, TX	$766	$891	$1,222	$1,177
Lockhart, TX	$1,699	$968	$1,175	$1,600
San Marcos, TX	$1,395	$995	$1,350	$1,713
New Braunfels, TX	$993	$1,033	$1,524	$1,763
Kyle, TX	$1,198	$1,290	$1,695	$1,907
Jollyville, TX	N/A	N/A	$1,450	$1,995
Lago Vista, TX	N/A	$1,250	$1,395	$2,000
Austin, TX	$1,440	$1,450	$1,879	$2,000
Pflugerville, TX	N/A	$1,191	$1,650	$2,145
Lakeway, TX	N/A	N/A	$1,835	$3,300

Top Neighborhoods Near 78249

There are a total of 33 neighborhoods in or near 78249. Some of these neighborhoods include St. Johns, Parker Lane, and North University. 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 $1,975 per month. A total of 3 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only twenty-seven neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $1,975. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than 78249's average rent, which is only $1,259. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 78249, St. Johns has the most affordable average rent at $1,233 per month. Whereas, at $3,150 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
St. Johns, Austin, TX	$1,000	$1,149	$1,505	$1,233
Parker Lane, Austin, TX	$701	$975	$1,570	$1,250
North University, Austin, TX	$1,000	$1,088	$1,650	$1,250
Hyde Park, Austin, TX	$925	$1,125	$1,450	$1,400
North Austin, Austin, TX	$985	$924	$1,373	$1,495
West University, Austin, TX	$995	$1,125	$1,750	$1,500
Hancock, Austin, TX	$1,450	$1,195	$1,660	$1,500
Brentwood, Austin, TX	$1,414	$1,558	$2,095	$1,600
Riverside, Austin, TX	$1,252	$1,545	$1,910	$1,644
Highland, Austin, TX	$1,760	$1,397	$1,776	$1,682
North Burnet, Austin, TX	$1,450	$1,774	$2,529	$1,803
Pleasant Valley, Austin, TX	$1,460	$1,389	$1,999	$1,831
Sweetbriar, Austin, TX	$1,514	$1,378	$1,978	$1,862
South Lamar, Austin, TX	$1,350	$1,751	$1,984	$1,964
West Oak Hill, Austin, TX	$1,250	$1,303	$1,600	$1,974
Windsor Park, Austin, TX	$1,757	$1,661	$1,673	$1,975
Garrison Park, Austin, TX	$995	$863	$1,495	$1,995
North Loop, Austin, TX	$1,050	$1,372	$1,898	$2,000
Montropolis, Austin, TX	$1,300	$1,370	$2,021	$2,150
Old West Austin, Austin, TX	$1,824	$1,978	$2,802	$2,205
South River City, Austin, TX	$1,780	$1,550	$2,573	$2,211
East Cesar Chavez, Austin, TX	$1,700	$1,990	$2,671	$2,262
MLK, Austin, TX	N/A	$1,721	$2,531	$2,338
MLK-183, Austin, TX	N/A	$1,493	$1,998	$2,398
Govalle, Austin, TX	$1,613	$1,844	$2,625	$2,400
Central East Austin, Austin, TX	N/A	$2,088	$2,865	$2,500
Zilker, Austin, TX	$1,745	$2,010	$2,850	$2,500
Bouldin Creek, Austin, TX	$2,376	$1,960	$3,132	$2,995
RMMA, Austin, TX	$1,983	$2,000	$3,100	$3,034
Downtown Austin, Austin, TX	$1,908	$2,620	$3,879	$3,150

Top Counties Near 78249

There are a total of 12 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 $1,681. 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 $1,050. Vice versa, with an average rent of $3,300, Southwest Travis, TX is the most expensive county by 78249, San Antonio, TX.

In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in 78249, San Antonio, TX is 18.96% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in 78249, San Antonio, TX is 8.41% 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	$650	$848	$1,099	$1,050
San Antonio Northeast, TX	$950	$888	$1,100	$1,150
San Antonio North, San Antonio, TX	$895	$961	$1,350	$1,305
San Antonio Northwest, TX	$1,015	$891	$1,300	$1,350
San Antonio West, TX	N/A	$1,065	$1,423	$1,575
Lockhart, TX	$1,175	$968	$1,200	$1,625
San Marcos, TX	$1,395	$995	$1,400	$1,738
New Braunfels, TX	$993	$1,004	$1,524	$1,743
Kyle-Buda, TX	$1,198	$1,299	$1,700	$2,000
Dripping Springs-Wimberley, TX	$1,250	$1,400	$2,300	$2,900

Top Zipcodes Near 78249

There are a total of 21 zipcodes in or near 78249, San Antonio, TX. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $1,895.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,198. That's at least $28 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 $1,228 per month. Or in other words, $24 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,650 per month. Which comes out to $19 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
78705, Austin, TX	$1,000	$1,125	$1,698	$1,400
78704, Austin, TX	$1,685	$1,600	$2,400	$2,300
78640, Kyle, TX	$1,198	$1,211	$1,620	$1,990
78745, Austin, TX	$995	$1,295	$1,650	$1,750
78701, Austin, TX	$1,908	$2,620	$3,879	$3,130
78741, Austin, TX	$890	$1,298	$1,866	$1,717
78666, San Marcos, TX	$1,395	$995	$1,400	$1,750
78660, Pflugerville, TX	N/A	$1,228	$1,650	$2,195
78702, Austin, TX	$1,610	$1,844	$2,668	$2,409
78130, New Braunfels, TX	$920	$1,033	$1,518	$1,788

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 $1,259. 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 one bedroom apartment in 78249, San Antonio, TX?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $840 and an average price per square feet of $13.67. There are a total of 37 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 $1,302 and an average price per square feet of $14.80. There are a total of 58 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 -0.35%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.20%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.10% 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 $1,007/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.