Average Rent in 78741, Austin, TX

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Current Versus Historical 78741, Austin, TX Rents

78741 rentals average $741 for a studio rental to $2,900 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $1,730, or roughly $21 per square feet.
For the apartment units and housing in June 2026, median rents have fallen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $728 (-50.94%) year-over-year from $1,429 to $701. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $811 (-43.01%) year-over-year from $1,886 to $1,075. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $654 (-26.66%) year-over-year from $2,454 to $1,800. 3-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $217 (-8.44%) year-over-year from $2,567 to $2,350. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $172 (6.79%) year-over-year from $2,528 to $2,700. 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 41.37% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 16.86% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 5.22% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 3.36% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 3.86% this month.
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Price / Sqft
Jun 2026 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio $21.79 $701 $1,429 (-50.94%) $1,451 (-51.68%)
1 BR $25.00 $1,075 $1,886 (-43.01%) $1,888 (-43.06%)
2 BR $20.92 $1,800 $2,454 (-26.66%) $2,509 (-28.26%)
3 BR $19.95 $2,350 $2,567 (-8.44%) $2,374 (-1.00%)
4+ BR $18.41 $2,700 $2,528 (6.79%) $1,889 (42.92%)

Historical Rents in 78741, Austin, TX

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Top Cities Near 78741

There are a total of 17 cities nearby 78741. The average rent in 78741 is currently $1,995 per month. A total of 2 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that San Marcos, TX, with an average rent of $1,650, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near 78741, Austin, TX is Lakeway, TX. Monthly rents here are on average $2,991 per month.

Let's compare 78741, Austin, TX's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in 78741, Austin, TX is 23.35% more affordable than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 7.42% more affordable. Two bedrooms in 78741, Austin, TX are about 18.11% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 14.89% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 17 total cities near 78741, Austin, TX in the following table.
City Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Jollyville, TX N/A $988 $1,395 $1,800
Kyle, TX $1,050 $1,340 $1,742 $1,900
Lago Vista, TX N/A $1,338 $1,313 $1,900
Manor, TX $914 $1,200 $1,482 $1,950
Round Rock, TX $1,957 $1,305 $1,500 $1,995
Austin, TX $1,653 $1,540 $2,000 $2,100
Pflugerville, TX $1,265 $1,648 $1,921 $2,100
Cedar Park, TX $1,534 $1,550 $1,733 $2,250
Brushy Creek, TX N/A $1,354 $1,899 $2,423
Lakeway, TX N/A N/A $1,973 $2,991

Top Neighborhoods Near 78741

There are a total of 29 neighborhoods in or near 78741. Some of these neighborhoods include Parker Lane, St. Johns, and North University. We've included all of these top 29 neighborhoods in or near 78741, Austin, TX in the following table.

The average rent for these 29 neighborhoods in or near 78741, Austin, TX is currently around $2,000 per month. A total of 10 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only nineteen neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $2,000. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than 78741's average rent, which is only $1,730. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 78741, Parker Lane has the most affordable average rent at $1,195 per month. Whereas, at $3,930 average rent per month, Bouldin Creek is the most expensive neighborhood in or near 78741. View the following table for more information.
Neighborhood Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Parker Lane, Austin, TX $701 $999 $1,363 $1,195
St. Johns, Austin, TX $999 $1,155 $1,500 $1,229
North University, Austin, TX $950 $1,150 $1,625 $1,250
Hyde Park, Austin, TX $899 $1,138 $1,725 $1,350
West University, Austin, TX $1,150 $1,200 $1,750 $1,450
North Austin, Austin, TX $1,156 $823 $1,325 $1,500
Riverside, Austin, TX $1,376 $1,390 $2,200 $1,645
Brentwood, Austin, TX $1,310 $1,350 $1,663 $1,650
Hancock, Austin, TX $1,700 $1,195 $1,910 $1,701
Pecan Springs Springdale, Austin, TX $1,495 $1,653 $2,173 $1,716
North Burnet, Austin, TX $1,491 $1,630 $2,185 $1,741
West Oak Hill, Austin, TX $1,600 $1,250 $1,505 $1,890
Windsor Park, Austin, TX $1,645 $1,574 $1,941 $1,941
Johnston Terrace, Austin, TX $1,366 $1,742 $2,420 $1,943
North Loop, Austin, TX $1,980 $1,250 $1,700 $2,000
South Lamar, Austin, TX $1,045 $1,759 $2,150 $2,050
East Cesar Chavez, Austin, TX $1,636 $1,944 $2,503 $2,090
Old West Austin, Austin, TX $1,847 $1,993 $2,802 $2,118
Montropolis, Austin, TX $1,300 $1,304 $1,940 $2,200
MLK-183, Austin, TX N/A $1,641 $2,250 $2,300
Rosewood, Austin, TX $1,613 $1,961 $2,500 $2,322
Govalle, Austin, TX $1,590 $1,828 $2,354 $2,343
Rosedale, Austin, TX $1,816 $2,200 $2,300 $2,450
Zilker, Austin, TX $1,790 $2,045 $2,923 $2,473
Central East Austin, Austin, TX $1,586 $2,183 $2,867 $2,550
MLK, Austin, TX $1,564 $1,883 $2,579 $2,562
RMMA, Austin, TX $1,908 $2,048 $2,915 $2,650
Downtown Austin, Austin, TX $2,010 $2,750 $3,829 $3,287
Bouldin Creek, Austin, TX $2,285 $2,800 $4,500 $3,930

Top Counties Near 78741

There are a total of 15 counties located by 78741, Austin, TX. Some of these counties include Lockhart, TX, Kyle-Buda, TX, and Austin, TX. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,100. That's roughly around $15 per sqft. A total of 3 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is San Antonio Northeast, TX. Its average rent per month is $1,084. Vice versa, with an average rent of $3,200, Southwest Travis, TX is the most expensive county by 78741, Austin, TX.

Typically, rent for studios in 78741, Austin, TX is 35.63% more affordable than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in 78741, Austin, TX is 12.33% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in 78741, Austin, TX is 7.89% 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 $875 $1,200 $1,695
Kyle-Buda, TX $1,050 $1,301 $1,850 $2,000
Austin, TX $1,653 $1,550 $2,058 $2,095
Northeast Travis, TX $1,230 $1,496 $1,844 $2,100
Cedar Creek-Red Rock, TX N/A $1,459 $1,697 $2,100
Round Rock-Georgetown, TX $1,629 $1,359 $1,600 $2,100
Cedar Park-Liberty Hill, TX $1,501 $1,348 $1,750 $2,191
Northwest Travis, TX N/A $1,151 $1,495 $2,373
Dripping Springs-Wimberley, TX N/A $1,547 $2,200 $2,873
Southwest Travis, TX $1,600 $1,500 $1,873 $3,200

Top Zipcodes Near 78741

There are a total of 40 zipcodes in or near 78741, Austin, TX. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,091. 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 78752, Austin, TX at $1,285 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $5,050 per month is 78746, West Lake Hills, TX.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,233. 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 78741, Austin, TX is $1,352 per month. Or in other words, $22 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,732 per month. Which comes out to $19 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in 78741, Austin, TX. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.
Zipcode Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
78701, Austin, TX $2,010 $2,733 $3,889 $3,290
78705, Austin, TX $1,150 $1,195 $1,750 $1,450
78702, Austin, TX $1,615 $1,882 $2,534 $2,330
78704, Austin, TX $1,747 $1,750 $2,700 $2,644
78723, Austin, TX $1,786 $1,799 $2,195 $2,107
78745, Austin, TX $1,200 $1,328 $1,625 $1,815
78721, Austin, TX $1,347 $1,729 $2,420 $2,187
78744, Austin, TX $1,600 $1,403 $1,500 $2,048
78703, Austin, TX $1,824 $2,002 $2,836 $2,702
78751, Austin, TX $950 $1,150 $1,845 $1,700

Frequently Asked Questions - 78741 Average Rents

What is the average rent price in 78741, Austin, TX?
The average monthly rental price for 78741, Austin, TX apartments for rent is approximately $1,730. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.
Do 78741, 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 78741, Austin, TX.
How much is a studio apartment in 78741, Austin, TX?
The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $741 and an average price per square feet of $21.79. There are a total of 17 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in 78741.
How much is a one bedroom apartment in 78741, Austin, TX?
The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,200 and an average price per square feet of $25.00. There are a total of 77 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 78741.
How much is a two bedroom apartment in 78741, Austin, TX?
The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $1,900 and an average price per square feet of $20.92. There are a total of 69 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 78741.
How have rent prices in 78741, Austin, TX changed this year?
Rent prices for rentals in 78741, Austin, TX can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.51%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.43%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.27%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.08% year-over-year.
What is a reasonable rent price in 78741, Austin, TX?
A reasonable rent price in 78741, Austin, TX is around $1,384/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.
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