Average Rent in 78666, San Marcos, TX

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Current Versus Historical 78666, San Marcos, TX Rents

78666 rentals average $1,393 for a 1-bedroom rental to $2,100 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $1,700, or roughly $14 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in October 2026, median rents have risen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $676 (109.11%) year-over-year from $619 to $1,295. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $351 (33.73%) year-over-year from $1,042 to $1,393. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $40 (2.33%) year-over-year from $1,710 to $1,750. 3-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $13 (-0.71%) year-over-year from $1,763 to $1,750. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $88 (4.14%) year-over-year from $2,113 to $2,200. 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 2.51% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 3.01% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 9.38% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 2.51% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 6.55% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Oct 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
1 BR	$21.27	$1,393	$1,042 (33.73%)	$1,046 (33.13%)
2 BR	$15.12	$1,750	$1,710 (2.33%)	$1,756 (-0.32%)
3 BR	$14.13	$1,750	$1,763 (-0.71%)	$1,917 (-8.69%)
4+ BR	$12.59	$2,200	$2,113 (4.14%)	$2,410 (-8.71%)

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 $1,855 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 $1,485, 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 $2,800 per month.

Let's compare 78666, San Marcos, TX's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 1.22% more affordable. Two bedrooms in 78666, San Marcos, TX are about 9.38% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 2.80% 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	$1,225	$1,485
San Marcos, TX	N/A	$1,000	$1,198	$1,650
New Braunfels, TX	$987	$1,561	$1,650	$1,665
Manor, TX	N/A	$1,804	$2,330	$1,855
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 78666

There are a total of 31 neighborhoods in or near 78666. Some of these neighborhoods include Hyde Park, Parker Lane, and St. Johns. We've included the top 30 neighborhoods out of 31 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 $1,750 per month. A total of 13 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only seventeen neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $1,750. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than 78666's average rent, which is only $1,700. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 78666, 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 78666. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Hyde Park, Austin, TX	$912	$998	$1,500	$1,200
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
Highland, Austin, TX	$1,213	$1,330	$1,715	$1,493
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
East Oak Hill, Austin, TX	$1,210	$1,294	$1,629	$1,639
Riverside, Austin, TX	$1,226	$1,520	$1,861	$1,678
Crestview, Austin, TX	$1,260	$1,600	$1,875	$1,714
Hancock, Austin, TX	$1,372	$1,200	$1,845	$1,740
Brentwood, Austin, TX	$1,271	$1,096	$1,850	$1,750
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
Central East Austin, Austin, TX	$1,425	$1,750	$2,895	$2,511
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 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 $1,698. 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 $1,165. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,798, Dripping Springs-Wimberley, TX is the most expensive county by 78666, San Marcos, TX.

In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in 78666, San Marcos, TX is 2.30% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in 78666, San Marcos, TX is 4.94% more affordable 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	$1,170	$1,200	$1,485
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
Austin, TX	$1,543	$1,425	$1,795	$1,944
Kyle-Buda, TX	$1,830	$1,700	$1,853	$1,950
Cedar Creek-Red Rock, TX	$1,000	$1,459	$1,679	$1,995
Southwest Travis, TX	N/A	$2,075	$1,895	$2,750
Dripping Springs-Wimberley, TX	$1,495	$1,258	$1,800	$2,798

Top Zipcodes Near 78666

There are a total of 36 zipcodes in or near 78666, San Marcos, TX. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $1,850. A total of 15 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 $4,275 per month is 78746, West Lake Hills, TX.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,041. That's at least $26 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 $1,310 per month. Or in other words, $22 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,657 per month. Which comes out to $19 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	$1,830	$1,830	$1,799	$1,895
78705, Austin, TX	$1,050	$1,100	$1,695	$1,500
78704, Austin, TX	$1,553	$1,897	$2,349	$2,300
78745, Austin, TX	$1,197	$1,330	$1,595	$1,850
78741, Austin, TX	$895	$1,353	$1,667	$1,603
78701, Austin, TX	$2,067	$2,490	$3,785	$3,455
78610, Kyle-Buda, TX	$595	$1,449	$1,930	$2,050
78744, Austin, TX	$1,129	$1,250	$1,425	$1,650
78748, Austin, TX	$1,047	$1,383	$1,550	$1,900
78702, Austin, TX	$1,551	$1,843	$2,626	$2,461

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 $1,700. 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 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 $21.27. There are a total of 38 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 $1,600 and an average price per square feet of $15.12. There are a total of 65 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 1.09%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.34%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.02%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.01% 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 $1,360/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.