Average Rent in 78726, Austin, TX

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Current Versus Historical 78726, Austin, TX Rents

78726 rentals average $1,005 for a studio rental to $3,490 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $1,598, or roughly $17 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in September 2026, median rents have risen substantially 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 increased by $120 (11.07%) year-over-year from $1,083 to $1,203. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $85 (-5.62%) year-over-year from $1,509 to $1,424. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $2 (0.12%) year-over-year from $1,664 to $1,666. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $918 (28.83%) year-over-year from $3,183 to $4,100. 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 up by 1.05% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 2.80% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 1.68% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 6.96% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Sep 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$23.42	$1,005	$1,304 (-22.93%)	$1,005 (0.00%)
1 BR	$17.02	$1,203	$1,083 (11.07%)	$1,208 (-0.44%)
2 BR	$16.49	$1,424	$1,509 (-5.62%)	$1,510 (-5.67%)
3 BR	$15.77	$1,666	$1,664 (0.12%)	$1,895 (-12.10%)
4+ BR	$15.03	$4,100	$3,183 (28.83%)	$2,780 (47.47%)

Historical Rents in 78726, Austin, TX

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Top Cities Near 78726

There are a total of 21 cities nearby 78726. The average rent in 78726 is currently $1,899 per month. A total of 3 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Killeen, TX, with an average rent of $1,175, 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 $3,000 per month.

Let's compare 78726, Austin, TX's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 4.62% more affordable. Two bedrooms in 78726, Austin, TX are about 6.21% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 8.23% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 21 total cities near 78726, Austin, TX in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Wells Branch, TX	$1,773	$1,030	$1,400	$1,525
Jollyville, TX	N/A	$1,297	$1,473	$1,750
Austin, TX	$1,275	$1,450	$1,750	$1,870
Round Rock, TX	$1,130	$1,519	$1,513	$2,000
Cedar Park, TX	N/A	$1,149	$1,424	$2,053
Lago Vista, TX	N/A	$1,325	$1,100	$2,100
Pflugerville, TX	N/A	$1,170	$1,600	$2,150
Leander, TX	$1,456	$1,456	$1,750	$2,199
Brushy Creek, TX	N/A	$1,481	$2,270	$2,395
Lakeway, TX	N/A	$981	$1,943	$3,000

Top Neighborhoods Near 78726

There are a total of 34 neighborhoods in or near 78726. 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 78726, Austin, TX in the following table.

The average rent for these 30 neighborhoods in or near 78726, Austin, TX is currently around $1,862 per month. A total of 8 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only twenty-two neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $1,862. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than 78726's average rent, which is only $1,598. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 78726, 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 78726. 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
Riverside, Austin, TX	$1,450	$1,635	$2,085	$1,717
Windsor Park, Austin, TX	$914	$1,595	$1,598	$1,720
South Lamar, Austin, TX	$1,177	$1,650	$1,925	$1,800
Sweetbriar, Austin, TX	$1,517	$1,460	$1,704	$1,843
Crestview, Austin, TX	$1,260	$1,700	$1,885	$1,855
North Burnet, Austin, TX	$1,400	$1,770	$2,434	$1,869
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
West Austin, Austin, TX	$3,100	$1,717	$2,400	$2,550
Central East Austin, Austin, TX	$1,425	$1,900	$2,895	$2,600
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 78726

There are a total of 18 counties located by 78726, Austin, TX. Some of these counties include Jarrell, TX, Austin, TX, and Kyle-Buda, TX. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $1,983. 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 $1,200. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,900, Dripping Springs-Wimberley, TX is the most expensive county by 78726, Austin, TX.

Typically, rent for studios in 78726, Austin, TX is 5.42% more affordable than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in 78726, Austin, TX is 12.22% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in 78726, Austin, TX is 14.33% 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	$2,365	$1,775
Austin, TX	$1,300	$1,464	$1,775	$1,885
Kyle-Buda, TX	$1,300	$1,599	$1,846	$1,975
Northwest Travis, TX	$1,563	$1,260	$1,529	$1,990
Round Rock-Georgetown, TX	$1,186	$1,494	$1,599	$2,095
Cedar Park-Liberty Hill, TX	$1,378	$1,450	$1,763	$2,100
Northeast Travis, TX	$1,119	$1,712	$1,656	$2,100
Florence, TX	N/A	$1,124	$1,530	$2,146
Marble Falls, TX	N/A	$1,592	$1,780	$2,157
Southwest Travis, TX	N/A	$1,727	$1,861	$2,762

Top Zipcodes Near 78726

There are a total of 45 zipcodes in or near 78726, Austin, TX. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $1,900. A total of 7 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 76549, Southwest Bell, TX at $1,195 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 $1,112. 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 $1,418 per month. Or in other words, $23 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,645 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	$1,060	$1,097	$1,600	$1,295
78641, Leander, TX	$1,553	$1,530	$1,750	$2,199
78704, Austin, TX	$1,352	$1,848	$2,302	$2,250
78758, Austin, TX	$1,400	$1,402	$1,600	$1,685
78613, Cedar Park, TX	N/A	$1,183	$1,448	$2,100
78750, Austin, TX	$1,112	$1,206	$1,554	$1,699
78701, Austin, TX	$2,067	$2,744	$3,850	$3,200
78660, Pflugerville, TX	N/A	$1,555	$1,606	$2,195
78759, Austin, TX	$1,262	$1,050	$1,445	$1,430
78745, Austin, TX	$1,199	$1,361	$1,615	$1,775

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 $1,598. 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 $1,005 and an average price per square feet of $23.42. There are a total of 1 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 $1,267 and an average price per square feet of $17.02. There are a total of 32 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 $1,424 and an average price per square feet of $16.49. There are a total of 39 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 0.11%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.06%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.00% year-over-year.

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

A reasonable rent price in 78726, Austin, TX is around $1,278/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.