Average Rent in Central East Austin, Austin, TX

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Current Versus Historical Central East Austin, Austin, TX Rents

Central East Austin rentals average $1,425 for a studio rental to $8,750 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,511, or roughly $30 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in October 2026, median rents have fallen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $183 (-11.38%) year-over-year from $1,608 to $1,425. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $309 (-15.02%) year-over-year from $2,059 to $1,750. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $28 (-1.05%) year-over-year from $2,694 to $2,666. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $356 (9.77%) year-over-year from $3,644 to $4,000. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $5,600 (177.78%) year-over-year from $3,150 to $8,750. 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 6.04% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 11.79% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 7.37% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 12.70% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 7.69% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Oct 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$41.11	$1,425	$1,608 (-11.38%)	$1,556 (-8.42%)
1 BR	$28.97	$1,750	$2,059 (-15.02%)	$2,317 (-24.46%)
2 BR	$29.95	$2,666	$2,694 (-1.05%)	$2,563 (4.01%)
3 BR	$30.59	$4,000	$3,644 (9.77%)	$5,911 (-32.33%)
4+ BR	$33.91	$8,750	$3,150 (177.78%)	$3,378 (159.07%)

Historical Rents in Central East Austin, Austin, TX

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Top Cities Near Central East Austin

There are a total of 19 cities nearby Central East Austin. The average rent in Central East Austin is currently $1,935 per month. A total of 18 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Lockhart, TX, with an average rent of $1,485, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Central East Austin, Austin, TX is Lakeway, TX. Monthly rents here are on average $2,800 per month.

Let's compare Central East Austin, Austin, TX's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 23.14% more expensive. Two bedrooms in Central East Austin, Austin, TX are about 49.48% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 46.90% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 19 total cities near Central East Austin, Austin, TX in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Wells Branch, TX	$1,773	$979	$1,425	$1,500
Jollyville, TX	N/A	$1,195	$1,425	$1,713
Manor, TX	N/A	$1,804	$2,330	$1,855
Kyle, TX	$1,830	$1,830	$1,799	$1,860
Austin, TX	$1,534	$1,408	$1,750	$1,935
Round Rock, TX	$1,186	$1,414	$1,445	$1,995
Pflugerville, TX	N/A	$1,405	$1,612	$2,100
Cedar Park, TX	N/A	$1,131	$1,355	$2,150
Brushy Creek, TX	N/A	$1,514	$1,463	$2,288
Lakeway, TX	N/A	$981	$2,048	$2,800

Top Neighborhoods Near Central East Austin

There are a total of 30 neighborhoods in or near Central East Austin. Some of these neighborhoods include Hyde Park, Parker Lane, and St. Johns. We've included all of these top 30 neighborhoods in or near Central East Austin, Austin, TX in the following table.

The average rent for these 30 neighborhoods in or near Central East Austin, Austin, TX is currently around $1,792 per month. A total of 28 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only two neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $1,792. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is less than Central East Austin's average rent, which is actually $2,511. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Central East Austin, Hyde Park has the most affordable average rent at $1,200 per month. Whereas, at $3,455 average rent per month, Downtown Austin is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Central East Austin. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Hyde Park, Austin, TX	$912	$998	$1,500	$1,200
Parker Lane, Austin, TX	$865	$1,065	$1,445	$1,265
St. Johns, Austin, TX	$819	$950	$1,250	$1,395
North University, Austin, TX	$825	$999	$1,675	$1,450
Highland, Austin, TX	$1,213	$1,330	$1,715	$1,493
West University, Austin, TX	$1,200	$980	$1,693	$1,495
Pleasant Valley, Austin, TX	N/A	$975	$1,881	$1,495
North Austin, Austin, TX	$985	$899	$1,300	$1,500
Garrison Park, Austin, TX	$920	$899	$1,424	$1,575
Windsor Park, Austin, TX	$914	$1,097	$1,349	$1,595
East Oak Hill, Austin, TX	$1,210	$1,294	$1,629	$1,639
Riverside, Austin, TX	$1,226	$1,520	$1,861	$1,678
Crestview, Austin, TX	$1,260	$1,600	$1,875	$1,714
Hancock, Austin, TX	$1,372	$1,200	$1,845	$1,740
Brentwood, Austin, TX	$1,271	$1,096	$1,850	$1,750
North Burnet, Austin, TX	$1,408	$1,516	$2,280	$1,834
West Oak Hill, Austin, TX	N/A	$1,314	$1,695	$1,893
South River City, Austin, TX	$1,553	$1,438	$2,050	$1,902
Sweetbriar, Austin, TX	$1,840	$1,564	$2,095	$1,949
South Lamar, Austin, TX	$1,149	$1,700	$2,000	$1,969
North Loop, Austin, TX	$1,074	$1,258	$2,062	$1,975
Montropolis, Austin, TX	N/A	$1,850	$1,950	$2,000
RMMA, Austin, TX	$977	$1,724	$2,235	$2,050
East Cesar Chavez, Austin, TX	$1,564	$1,850	$2,668	$2,075
Old West Austin, Austin, TX	$1,681	$1,895	$2,865	$2,207
MLK-183, Austin, TX	$1,396	$1,504	$2,400	$2,300
MLK, Austin, TX	$1,965	$2,343	$2,500	$2,450
Govalle, Austin, TX	$1,486	$1,724	$2,464	$2,464
Zilker, Austin, TX	$1,855	$2,565	$2,800	$2,707
Downtown Austin, Austin, TX	$2,067	$2,490	$3,785	$3,455

Top Counties Near Central East Austin

There are a total of 19 counties located by Central East Austin, Austin, TX. Some of these counties include Lockhart, TX, Austin, TX, and Kyle-Buda, TX. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $1,950. That's roughly around $14 per sqft. A total of 17 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is San Antonio Northeast, TX. Its average rent per month is $1,170. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,800, Dripping Springs-Wimberley, TX is the most expensive county by Central East Austin, Austin, TX.

Typically, rent for studios in Central East Austin, Austin, TX is 29.82% more expensive than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in Central East Austin, Austin, TX is 28.14% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in Central East Austin, Austin, TX is 43.01% 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	$1,170	$1,200	$1,493
Austin, TX	$1,543	$1,421	$1,795	$1,945
Kyle-Buda, TX	$1,830	$1,700	$1,846	$1,950
Northwest Travis, TX	$1,353	$1,249	$1,544	$1,968
Cedar Creek-Red Rock, TX	$1,000	$1,459	$1,679	$1,995
Round Rock-Georgetown, TX	$1,141	$1,361	$1,475	$2,050
Northeast Travis, TX	$1,119	$1,769	$1,666	$2,080
Cedar Park-Liberty Hill, TX	$1,514	$1,240	$1,650	$2,195
Southwest Travis, TX	N/A	$2,075	$1,895	$2,750
Dripping Springs-Wimberley, TX	$1,495	$1,258	$1,800	$2,800

Top Zipcodes Near Central East Austin

There are a total of 49 zipcodes in or near Central East Austin, Austin, TX. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $1,895. 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 76549, Southwest Bell, TX at $1,225 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $4,275 per month is 78746, West Lake Hills, TX.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,047. 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 Central East Austin, Austin, TX is $1,330 per month. Or in other words, $21 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 Central East Austin, Austin, TX. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
78702, Austin, TX	$1,551	$1,843	$2,626	$2,461
78701, Austin, TX	$2,067	$2,490	$3,785	$3,449
78705, Austin, TX	$1,050	$1,075	$1,695	$1,500
78722, Austin, TX	$1,390	$1,633	$1,775	$1,876
78721, Austin, TX	$1,765	$2,248	$2,500	$2,400
78703, Austin, TX	$1,688	$1,795	$2,500	$2,313
78741, Austin, TX	$895	$1,353	$1,667	$1,603
78751, Austin, TX	$912	$1,055	$1,900	$1,695
78723, Austin, TX	$1,144	$1,595	$1,600	$1,864
78704, Austin, TX	$1,553	$1,897	$2,349	$2,300

Frequently Asked Questions - Central East Austin Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Central East Austin, Austin, TX?

The average monthly rental price for Central East Austin, Austin, TX apartments for rent is approximately $2,511. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do Central East Austin, 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 Central East Austin, Austin, TX.

How much is a studio apartment in Central East Austin, Austin, TX?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,425 and an average price per square feet of $41.11. There are a total of 1 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in Central East Austin.

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

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,750 and an average price per square feet of $28.97. There are a total of 22 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Central East Austin.

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

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $2,895 and an average price per square feet of $29.95. There are a total of 19 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Central East Austin.

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

Rent prices for rentals in Central East Austin, Austin, TX can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.11%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.15%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.01%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.10% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in Central East Austin, Austin, TX?

A reasonable rent price in Central East Austin, Austin, TX is around $2,009/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.