Average Rent in 78666, San Marcos, TX

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Current Versus Historical 78666, San Marcos, TX Rents

78666 rentals average $1,395 for a studio rental to $2,099 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $1,750, or roughly $14 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in September 2026, median rents have fallen over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $819 (142.31%) year-over-year from $576 to $1,395. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $50 (-5.08%) year-over-year from $975 to $925. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $87 (-5.72%) year-over-year from $1,512 to $1,425. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $41 (2.33%) year-over-year from $1,754 to $1,795. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $101 (4.84%) year-over-year from $2,096 to $2,197. 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 19.54% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 4.09% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 2.60% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 1.52% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Sep 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$7.38	$1,395	$576 (142.31%)	$3,487 (-60.00%)
1 BR	$21.54	$925	$975 (-5.08%)	$1,034 (-10.50%)
2 BR	$16.15	$1,425	$1,512 (-5.72%)	$1,527 (-6.65%)
3 BR	$14.32	$1,795	$1,754 (2.33%)	$1,983 (-9.49%)
4+ BR	$12.67	$2,197	$2,096 (4.84%)	$2,427 (-9.46%)

Historical Rents in 78666, San Marcos, TX

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Top Cities Near 78666

There are a total of 7 cities nearby 78666. The average rent in 78666 is currently $1,870 per month. A total of 3 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Lockhart, TX, with an average rent of $1,468, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near 78666, San Marcos, TX is Lakeway, TX. Monthly rents here are on average $3,000 per month.

Let's compare 78666, San Marcos, TX's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in 78666, San Marcos, TX is 29.28% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 4.09% more affordable. Two bedrooms in 78666, San Marcos, TX are about 2.94% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 2.69% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 7 cities near 78666, San Marcos, TX in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
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
Manor, TX	N/A	$1,804	$2,009	$1,900
Lakeway, TX	N/A	$981	$1,943	$3,000

Top Neighborhoods Near 78666

There are a total of 34 neighborhoods in or near 78666. Some of these neighborhoods include St. Johns, North University, and West University. We've included the top 30 neighborhoods out of 34 total neighborhoods in or near 78666, San Marcos, TX in the following table.

The average rent for these 30 neighborhoods in or near 78666, San Marcos, TX is currently around $1,849 per month. A total of 14 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only sixteen neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $1,849. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than 78666's average rent, which is only $1,750. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 78666, 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 78666. 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
Brentwood, Austin, TX	$1,328	$1,502	$2,025	$1,640
Hancock, Austin, TX	$1,372	$1,200	$1,895	$1,642
East Oak Hill, Austin, TX	$1,210	$1,438	$1,645	$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 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
Central East Austin, Austin, TX	$1,425	$1,900	$2,895	$2,600
Bouldin Creek, Austin, TX	$1,338	$2,215	$2,986	$2,650
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 78666

There are a total of 11 counties located by 78666, San Marcos, TX. Some of these counties include Lockhart, TX, Seguin, TX, and Schertz-Cibolo, TX. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $1,720. That's roughly around $14 per sqft. A total of 6 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is San Antonio Northeast, TX. Its average rent per month is $1,201. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,900, Dripping Springs-Wimberley, TX is the most expensive county by 78666, San Marcos, TX.

Typically, rent for studios in 78666, San Marcos, TX is 43.05% more expensive than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in 78666, San Marcos, TX is 4.74% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in 78666, San Marcos, TX is 5.88% more expensive than other counties nearby. We've listed the top 10 counties in the table below.

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Lockhart, TX	N/A	$1,345	$1,250	$1,500
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
Austin, TX	$1,300	$1,464	$1,775	$1,885
Cedar Creek-Red Rock, TX	N/A	$1,459	$1,595	$1,950
Kyle-Buda, TX	$1,300	$1,599	$1,846	$1,975
Southwest Travis, TX	N/A	$1,727	$1,861	$2,762
Dripping Springs-Wimberley, TX	N/A	$1,321	$1,750	$2,900

Top Zipcodes Near 78666

There are a total of 37 zipcodes in or near 78666, San Marcos, TX. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $1,717. A total of 20 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 $3,950 per month is 78746, West Lake Hills, TX.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,035. 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 78666, San Marcos, TX is $1,361 per month. Or in other words, $23 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,615 per month. Which comes out to $18 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in 78666, San Marcos, TX. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
78640, Kyle, TX	$1,565	$1,700	$1,765	$1,925
78705, Austin, TX	$1,060	$1,097	$1,600	$1,295
78704, Austin, TX	$1,352	$1,848	$2,302	$2,250
78745, Austin, TX	$1,199	$1,361	$1,615	$1,775
78741, Austin, TX	$1,024	$1,495	$1,845	$1,717
78701, Austin, TX	$2,067	$2,744	$3,850	$3,200
78610, Kyle-Buda, TX	$595	$1,500	$2,037	$2,100
78744, Austin, TX	$1,325	$1,208	$1,399	$1,733
78748, Austin, TX	$1,077	$1,418	$1,595	$1,895
78702, Austin, TX	$1,525	$1,865	$2,674	$2,358

Frequently Asked Questions - 78666 Average Rents

What is the average rent price in 78666, San Marcos, TX?

The average monthly rental price for 78666, San Marcos, TX apartments for rent is approximately $1,750. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do 78666, San Marcos, 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 78666, San Marcos, TX.

How much is a studio apartment in 78666, San Marcos, TX?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,395 and an average price per square feet of $7.38. There are a total of 1 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in 78666.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in 78666, San Marcos, TX?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,393 and an average price per square feet of $21.54. There are a total of 45 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 78666.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in 78666, San Marcos, TX?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $1,700 and an average price per square feet of $16.15. There are a total of 79 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 78666.

How have rent prices in 78666, San Marcos, TX changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in 78666, San Marcos, TX can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 1.42%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.05%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.06%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.02% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in 78666, San Marcos, TX?

A reasonable rent price in 78666, San Marcos, TX is around $1,400/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.