Average Rent in 78726, Austin, TX

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Current Versus Historical 78726, Austin, TX Rents

78726 rentals average $1,294 for a studio rental to $4,250 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $1,525, or roughly $17 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in July 2026, median rents have fallen over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $299 (-22.93%) year-over-year from $1,304 to $1,005. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $103 (-8.60%) year-over-year from $1,193 to $1,090. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $8 (0.45%) year-over-year from $1,661 to $1,669. 3-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $477 (-21.61%) year-over-year from $2,206 to $1,729. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $1,088 (32.86%) year-over-year from $3,312 to $4,400. 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 4.72% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 6.61% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 13.88% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 0.43% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 15.56% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Jul 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$30.14	$1,005	$1,304 (-22.93%)	$1,005 (0.00%)
1 BR	$18.17	$1,090	$1,193 (-8.60%)	$1,078 (1.11%)
2 BR	$16.38	$1,669	$1,661 (0.45%)	$1,393 (19.82%)
3 BR	$18.56	$1,729	$2,206 (-21.61%)	$2,403 (-28.04%)
4+ BR	$13.06	$4,400	$3,312 (32.86%)	$2,800 (57.16%)

Historical Rents in 78726, Austin, TX

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Top Cities Near 78726

There are a total of 20 cities nearby 78726. The average rent in 78726 is currently $1,995 per month. A total of 2 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Killeen, TX, with an average rent of $1,250, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near 78726, Austin, TX is Lakeway, TX. Monthly rents here are on average $3,150 per month.

Let's compare 78726, Austin, TX's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 12.27% more affordable. Two bedrooms in 78726, Austin, TX are about 12.52% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 15.60% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 20 total cities near 78726, Austin, TX in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Georgetown, TX	N/A	$1,323	$1,730	$1,975
Lago Vista, TX	N/A	$1,350	$1,395	$1,995
Austin, TX	$1,308	$1,436	$1,895	$1,995
Round Rock, TX	$1,548	$1,550	$1,550	$2,000
Jollyville, TX	N/A	N/A	$1,495	$2,100
Pflugerville, TX	N/A	$1,191	$1,631	$2,150
Cedar Park, TX	$2,075	$1,299	$1,368	$2,200
Leander, TX	$1,089	$1,419	$1,723	$2,200
Brushy Creek, TX	N/A	$1,319	$1,875	$2,400
Lakeway, TX	N/A	$1,300	$1,923	$3,150

Top Neighborhoods Near 78726

There are a total of 32 neighborhoods in or near 78726. Some of these neighborhoods include North University, Parker Lane, and St. Johns. We've included the top 30 neighborhoods out of 32 total neighborhoods in or near 78726, Austin, TX in the following table.

The average rent for these 30 neighborhoods in or near 78726, Austin, TX is currently around $1,949 per month. A total of 7 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only twenty-three neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $1,949. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than 78726's average rent, which is only $1,525. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 78726, North University has the most affordable average rent at $1,225 per month. Whereas, at $3,200 average rent per month, Downtown Austin is the most expensive neighborhood in or near 78726. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
North University, Austin, TX	$1,000	$1,100	$1,625	$1,225
Parker Lane, Austin, TX	$701	$995	$1,570	$1,229
St. Johns, Austin, TX	$1,000	$1,155	$1,500	$1,237
Hyde Park, Austin, TX	$950	$1,138	$1,450	$1,400
Hancock, Austin, TX	$1,000	$1,195	$1,600	$1,450
West University, Austin, TX	$1,150	$1,125	$1,750	$1,495
North Austin, Austin, TX	$985	$937	$1,373	$1,498
Riverside, Austin, TX	$1,329	$1,595	$1,873	$1,648
Brentwood, Austin, TX	$1,414	$1,400	$2,095	$1,679
Sweetbriar, Austin, TX	$1,514	$1,352	$1,922	$1,750
Highland, Austin, TX	$1,764	$1,388	$1,813	$1,768
North Burnet, Austin, TX	$1,400	$1,809	$2,481	$1,809
Garrison Park, Austin, TX	$995	$850	$1,450	$1,875
Windsor Park, Austin, TX	$1,598	$1,616	$1,600	$1,914
Pleasant Valley, Austin, TX	$1,460	$1,389	$2,228	$1,925
West Oak Hill, Austin, TX	$1,250	$1,363	$1,800	$1,949
North Loop, Austin, TX	$1,050	$1,366	$1,895	$1,950
South Lamar, Austin, TX	$1,517	$1,751	$1,995	$1,984
South River City, Austin, TX	$1,780	$1,550	$2,298	$2,100
Montropolis, Austin, TX	$1,300	$1,370	$2,021	$2,150
Old West Austin, Austin, TX	$1,870	$1,979	$2,830	$2,169
Zilker, Austin, TX	$1,750	$2,010	$2,850	$2,248
East Cesar Chavez, Austin, TX	$1,622	$1,978	$2,682	$2,265
MLK, Austin, TX	N/A	$1,721	$2,556	$2,338
Govalle, Austin, TX	$1,601	$1,830	$2,651	$2,400
MLK-183, Austin, TX	N/A	$1,493	$2,250	$2,450
Central East Austin, Austin, TX	N/A	$2,051	$2,857	$2,500
RMMA, Austin, TX	$1,908	$2,010	$3,067	$2,708
Bouldin Creek, Austin, TX	$2,376	$2,095	$3,131	$2,898
Downtown Austin, Austin, TX	$1,906	$2,557	$3,879	$3,200

Top Counties Near 78726

There are a total of 18 counties located by 78726, Austin, TX. Some of these counties include Jarrell, TX, Marble Falls, TX, and Austin, TX. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $1,998. 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 Killeen, TX. Its average rent per month is $1,299. Vice versa, with an average rent of $3,244, Southwest Travis, TX is the most expensive county by 78726, Austin, TX.

Typically, rent for studios in 78726, Austin, TX is 8.31% more expensive than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in 78726, Austin, TX is 13.66% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in 78726, Austin, TX is 17.03% more affordable than other counties nearby. We've listed the top 10 counties in the table below.

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Jarrell, TX	N/A	N/A	$3,240	$1,795
Marble Falls, TX	N/A	$1,545	$1,790	$1,950
Austin, TX	$1,308	$1,450	$1,900	$1,995
Kyle-Buda, TX	$1,198	$1,298	$1,720	$1,995
Round Rock-Georgetown, TX	$1,275	$1,372	$1,600	$2,145
Northeast Travis, TX	N/A	$1,357	$1,765	$2,150
Florence, TX	$485	$1,124	$1,529	$2,173
Cedar Park-Liberty Hill, TX	$1,815	$1,457	$1,724	$2,200
Northwest Travis, TX	$1,603	$1,215	$1,563	$2,222
Southwest Travis, TX	$1,249	$1,457	$1,823	$3,244

Top Zipcodes Near 78726

There are a total of 43 zipcodes in or near 78726, Austin, TX. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,015. A total of 6 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 76543, Fort Hood, TX at $950 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $4,650 per month is 78746, West Lake Hills, TX.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,201. 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 78726, Austin, TX is $1,305 per month. Or in other words, $23 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,709 per month. Which comes out to $18 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in 78726, Austin, TX. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
78705, Austin, TX	$1,025	$1,150	$1,700	$1,395
78641, Leander, TX	$1,370	$1,530	$1,716	$2,250
78704, Austin, TX	$1,694	$1,650	$2,400	$2,200
78758, Austin, TX	$1,320	$1,637	$1,498	$1,659
78613, Cedar Park, TX	$1,438	$1,299	$1,567	$2,298
78750, Austin, TX	$1,275	$1,195	$1,495	$1,797
78701, Austin, TX	$1,906	$2,557	$3,879	$3,174
78660, Pflugerville, TX	N/A	$1,303	$1,653	$2,195
78759, Austin, TX	$1,491	$921	$1,410	$1,434
78745, Austin, TX	$1,201	$1,299	$1,650	$1,741

Frequently Asked Questions - 78726 Average Rents

What is the average rent price in 78726, Austin, TX?

The average monthly rental price for 78726, Austin, TX apartments for rent is approximately $1,525. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do 78726, 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 78726, Austin, TX.

How much is a studio apartment in 78726, Austin, TX?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,294 and an average price per square feet of $30.14. There are a total of 2 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in 78726.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in 78726, Austin, TX?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,153 and an average price per square feet of $18.17. There are a total of 15 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 78726.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in 78726, Austin, TX?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $1,414 and an average price per square feet of $16.38. There are a total of 26 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 78726.

How have rent prices in 78726, Austin, TX changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in 78726, Austin, TX can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.23%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.09%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.00%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.22% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in 78726, Austin, TX?

A reasonable rent price in 78726, Austin, TX is around $1,220/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.