Average Rent in 78701, Austin, TX

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Current Versus Historical 78701, Austin, TX Rents

78701 rentals average $1,750 for a studio rental to $43,375 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $3,398, or roughly $4 per square feet.
For the apartment units and housing in April 2024, median rents have been roughly unchanged over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $112 (-5.67%) year-over-year from $1,967 to $1,855. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $90 (-3.60%) year-over-year from $2,485 to $2,395. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $126 (-3.47%) year-over-year from $3,626 to $3,500. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $23 (0.36%) year-over-year from $6,477 to $6,500. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $3,075 (315.38%) year-over-year from $975 to $4,050. 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 0.47% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 0.01% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 0.06% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 2.67% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone down by 71.11% this month.
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Price / Sqft
Apr 2024 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio $3.28 $1,855 $1,967 (-5.67%) $1,816 (2.17%)
1 BR $3.70 $2,395 $2,485 (-3.60%) $2,282 (4.94%)
2 BR $3.71 $3,500 $3,626 (-3.47%) $3,270 (7.04%)
3 BR $5.46 $6,500 $6,477 (0.36%) $6,558 (-0.89%)
4+ BR $5.62 $4,050 $975 (315.38%) $892 (354.21%)

Historical Rents in 78701, Austin, TX

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Top Cities Near 78701

There are a total of 12 cities nearby 78701. The average rent in 78701 is currently $2,199 per month. A total of 11 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Canyon Lake, TX, with an average rent of $1,690, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near 78701, Austin, TX is Lakeway, TX. Monthly rents here are on average $3,500 per month.

Let's compare 78701, Austin, TX's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 55.68% more expensive. Two bedrooms in 78701, Austin, TX are about 52.68% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 79.78% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 12 total cities near 78701, Austin, TX in the following chart.
City Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
San Marcos, TX N/A $1,200 $1,525 $1,995
Kyle, TX N/A $1,238 $1,425 $2,000
Hutto, TX N/A N/A N/A $2,195
Cedar Park, TX N/A $1,350 $1,831 $2,198
Georgetown, TX $1,252 $1,250 $1,564 $2,200
Leander, TX N/A $1,350 $1,663 $2,200
Austin, TX $1,137 $1,400 $1,948 $2,250
Round Rock, TX N/A N/A $1,695 $2,250
Pflugerville, TX N/A N/A $1,595 $2,295
Lakeway, TX N/A N/A $2,175 $3,500

Top Neighborhoods Near 78701

There are a total of 9 neighborhoods in or near 78701. Some of these neighborhoods include North University, West University, and Hancock. We've included all of these top 9 neighborhoods in or near 78701, Austin, TX in the following chart.

The average rent for these 9 neighborhoods in or near 78701, Austin, TX is currently around $2,219 per month. A total of 8 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only a single neighborhood out of these neighborhoods has a higher average rent. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 78701, North University has the most affordable average rent at $1,273 per month. Whereas, at $3,400 average rent per month, Downtown Austin is the most expensive neighborhood in or near 78701. View the following chart for more information.
Neighborhood Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
North University, Austin, TX $1,062 $1,250 $2,125 $1,273
West University, Austin, TX $1,325 $1,300 $1,950 $1,750
Hancock, Austin, TX $1,350 $1,500 $1,900 $1,800
Garrison Park, Austin, TX N/A $1,150 $1,695 $1,850
Hyde Park, Austin, TX $1,010 $1,195 $1,880 $2,219
South Lamar, Austin, TX $1,175 $1,748 $2,100 $2,250
North Loop, Austin, TX $1,073 $1,400 $1,920 $2,495
Zilker, Austin, TX N/A $1,900 $2,950 $2,998
Downtown Austin, Austin, TX $1,750 $2,823 $3,500 $3,400

Top Counties Near 78701

There are a total of 9 counties located by 78701, Austin, TX. Some of these counties include San Marcos, TX, Kyle-Buda, TX, and Austin, TX. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,250. That's roughly around $1 per sqft. A total of 12 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Jarrell, TX. It's average rent per month is $1,950. Vice versa, with an average rent of $3,300, Southwest Travis, TX is the most expensive county by 78701, Austin, TX.

In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in 78701, Austin, TX is 50.91% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in 78701, Austin, TX is 48.57% more expensive than other counties nearby. We've listed all of these counties in the chart below.
County Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
San Marcos, TX N/A $1,200 $1,500 $1,995
Kyle-Buda, TX N/A $1,238 $1,648 $2,163
Austin, TX $1,137 $1,400 $1,950 $2,250
Northeast Travis, TX N/A $1,657 $1,875 $2,250
Cedar Park-Liberty Hill, TX N/A $1,350 $1,800 $2,250
Taylor, TX N/A $1,764 $1,450 $2,250
Round Rock-Georgetown, TX $1,252 $1,250 $1,625 $2,295
Northwest Travis, TX N/A $1,350 $1,800 $2,695
Dripping Springs-Wimberley, TX N/A $1,500 $2,225 $2,950
Southwest Travis, TX N/A $1,434 $2,083 $3,300

Top Zipcodes Near 78701

There are a total of 37 zipcodes in or near 78701, Austin, TX. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,250. A total of 35 zipcodes have a average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 78705, Austin, TX at $1,650 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $4,800 per month is 78746, West Lake Hills, TX.

Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near 78701, Austin, TX is $1,200 per month. Or in other words, $2 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,785 per month. Which comes out to $2 per sqft. The following chart includes the top 10 zipcodes in 78701, Austin, TX. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.
Zipcode Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
78130, New Braunfels, TX N/A $900 $1,800 $2,125
78613, Cedar Park, TX N/A $1,350 $1,831 $2,200
78704, Austin, TX $1,175 $1,625 $2,270 $2,850
78666, San Marcos, TX N/A $1,200 $1,525 $1,995
78702, Austin, TX $1,268 $1,910 $2,995 $2,995
78758, Austin, TX N/A $1,545 $1,785 $1,795
78741, Austin, TX $1,074 $1,230 $1,785 $2,000
78626, Jarrell, TX $1,252 $1,255 $1,575 $2,200
78628, Round Rock-Georgetown, TX N/A $1,188 $1,325 $2,350
78745, Austin, TX $925 $1,305 $1,749 $1,985

Frequently Asked Questions - 78701 Average Rents

What is the average rent price in 78701, Austin, TX?
The average monthly rental price for 78701, Austin, TX apartments for rent is approximately $3,398. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.
Do 78701, Austin, 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 78701, Austin, TX.
How much is a studio apartment in 78701, Austin, TX?
The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,750 and an average price per square feet of $3.28. There are a total of 7 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in 78701.
How much is a one bedroom apartment in 78701, Austin, TX?
The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $2,750 and an average price per square feet of $3.70. There are a total of 82 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 78701.
How much is a two bedroom apartment in 78701, Austin, TX?
The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $3,500 and an average price per square feet of $3.71. There are a total of 57 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 78701.
How have rent prices in 78701, Austin, TX changed this year?
Rent prices for rentals in 78701, Austin, TX can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.06%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.04%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.03%, and three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.00% year-over-year.
What is a reasonable rent price in 78701, Austin, TX?
A reasonable rent price in 78701, Austin, TX is around $2,718/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.
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