Average Rent in 78749, Austin, TX

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Current Versus Historical 78749, Austin, TX Rents

78749 rentals average $1,020 for a studio rental to $3,050 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,485, or roughly $18 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in September 2026, median rents have fallen over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $435 (-29.88%) year-over-year from $1,455 to $1,020. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $107 (-6.79%) year-over-year from $1,577 to $1,470. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $279 (-13.41%) year-over-year from $2,079 to $1,800. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $425 (16.83%) year-over-year from $2,525 to $2,950. 4-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $240 (-7.89%) year-over-year from $3,040 to $2,800. 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 15.24% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 8.15% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 4.46% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 4.76% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone down by 4.55% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Sep 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$24.58	$1,020	$1,455 (-29.88%)	$1,020 (0.00%)
1 BR	$20.31	$1,470	$1,577 (-6.79%)	$1,455 (1.01%)
2 BR	$17.79	$1,800	$2,079 (-13.41%)	$1,752 (2.76%)
3 BR	$18.31	$2,950	$2,525 (16.83%)	$2,559 (15.29%)
4+ BR	$16.62	$2,800	$3,040 (-7.89%)	$3,066 (-8.67%)

Historical Rents in 78749, Austin, TX

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Top Cities Near 78749

There are a total of 20 cities nearby 78749. The average rent in 78749 is currently $1,900 per month. A total of 19 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that San Antonio, TX, with an average rent of $1,232, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near 78749, Austin, TX is Lakeway, TX. Monthly rents here are on average $3,000 per month.

Let's compare 78749, Austin, TX's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 5.53% more affordable. Two bedrooms in 78749, Austin, TX are about 6.00% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 33.94% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 20 total cities near 78749, 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
Kyle, TX	$1,565	$1,700	$1,758	$1,899
Manor, TX	N/A	$1,804	$2,009	$1,900
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
Brushy Creek, TX	N/A	$1,481	$2,270	$2,395
Lakeway, TX	N/A	$981	$1,943	$3,000

Top Neighborhoods Near 78749

There are a total of 35 neighborhoods in or near 78749. Some of these neighborhoods include St. Johns, North University, and West University. We've included the top 30 neighborhoods out of 35 total neighborhoods in or near 78749, Austin, TX in the following table.

The average rent for these 30 neighborhoods in or near 78749, Austin, TX is currently around $1,855 per month. A total of 30 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is less than 78749's average rent, which is actually $2,485. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 78749, 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 78749. 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
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
East Oak Hill, Austin, TX	$1,210	$1,438	$1,645	$1,650
Riverside, Austin, TX	$1,450	$1,635	$2,085	$1,717
Windsor Park, Austin, TX	$914	$1,595	$1,598	$1,720
Garrison Park, Austin, TX	$920	$899	$1,550	$1,795
South Lamar, Austin, TX	$1,177	$1,650	$1,925	$1,800
Sweetbriar, Austin, TX	$1,517	$1,460	$1,704	$1,843
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, 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
Bouldin Creek, Austin, TX	$1,338	$2,215	$2,986	$2,650
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 78749

There are a total of 21 counties located by 78749, Austin, TX. Some of these counties include Lockhart, TX, San Marcos, TX, and Austin, TX. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $1,950. That's roughly around $15 per sqft. A total of 19 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is San Antonio Northeast, TX. Its average rent per month is $1,201. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,900, Dripping Springs-Wimberley, TX is the most expensive county by 78749, Austin, TX.

Typically, rent for studios in 78749, Austin, TX is 3.28% more expensive than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in 78749, Austin, TX is 10.12% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in 78749, Austin, TX is 2.80% 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	$1,345	$1,250	$1,500
San Marcos, TX	$1,395	$1,393	$1,716	$1,720
Austin, TX	$1,300	$1,464	$1,775	$1,885
Cedar Creek-Red Rock, TX	N/A	$1,459	$1,595	$1,950
Kyle-Buda, TX	$1,300	$1,599	$1,846	$1,975
Northwest Travis, TX	$1,563	$1,260	$1,529	$1,990
Northeast Travis, TX	$1,119	$1,712	$1,656	$2,100
Cedar Park-Liberty Hill, TX	$1,378	$1,450	$1,763	$2,100
Southwest Travis, TX	N/A	$1,727	$1,861	$2,762
Dripping Springs-Wimberley, TX	N/A	$1,321	$1,750	$2,900

Top Zipcodes Near 78749

There are a total of 49 zipcodes in or near 78749, Austin, TX. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $1,861. A total of 46 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 $1,033 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 $1,077. 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 78749, Austin, TX is $1,402 per month. Or in other words, $23 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,600 per month. Which comes out to $18 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in 78749, 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
78745, Austin, TX	$1,199	$1,361	$1,615	$1,775
78704, Austin, TX	$1,352	$1,848	$2,302	$2,250
78701, Austin, TX	$2,067	$2,744	$3,850	$3,200
78748, Austin, TX	$1,077	$1,418	$1,595	$1,895
78741, Austin, TX	$1,024	$1,495	$1,845	$1,717
78702, Austin, TX	$1,525	$1,865	$2,674	$2,358
78744, Austin, TX	$1,325	$1,208	$1,399	$1,733
78640, Kyle, TX	$1,565	$1,700	$1,765	$1,925
78723, Austin, TX	$977	$1,695	$1,895	$1,988

Frequently Asked Questions - 78749 Average Rents

What is the average rent price in 78749, Austin, TX?

The average monthly rental price for 78749, Austin, TX apartments for rent is approximately $2,485. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do 78749, 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 78749, Austin, TX.

How much is a studio apartment in 78749, Austin, TX?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,020 and an average price per square feet of $24.58. There are a total of 1 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in 78749.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in 78749, Austin, TX?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,265 and an average price per square feet of $20.31. There are a total of 16 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 78749.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in 78749, Austin, TX?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $1,645 and an average price per square feet of $17.79. There are a total of 21 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 78749.

How have rent prices in 78749, Austin, TX changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in 78749, Austin, TX can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.30%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.07%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.13%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.17% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in 78749, Austin, TX?

A reasonable rent price in 78749, Austin, TX is around $1,988/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.