Average Rent in Old West Austin, Austin, TX

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Current Versus Historical Old West Austin, Austin, TX Rents

Old West Austin rentals average $1,650 for a studio rental to $4,000 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,044, or roughly $30 per square feet.
For the apartment units and housing in September 2026, median rents have fallen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $654 (-36.25%) year-over-year from $1,804 to $1,150. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $206 (-10.18%) year-over-year from $2,018 to $1,813. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $119 (4.35%) year-over-year from $2,744 to $2,863. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $680 (12.80%) year-over-year from $5,315 to $5,995. 4-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $2,983 (-42.72%) year-over-year from $6,983 to $4,000. 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 24.55% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 5.29% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 4.58% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 4.14% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone down by 0.00% this month.
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Price / Sqft
Sep 2026 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio $36.24 $1,150 $1,804 (-36.25%) $1,608 (-28.47%)
1 BR $31.21 $1,813 $2,018 (-10.18%) $1,764 (2.78%)
2 BR $27.79 $2,863 $2,744 (4.35%) $2,581 (10.91%)
3 BR $36.93 $5,995 $5,315 (12.80%) $5,164 (16.10%)
4+ BR $22.59 $4,000 $6,983 (-42.72%) $3,400 (17.65%)

Historical Rents in Old West Austin, Austin, TX

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Top Cities Near Old West Austin

There are a total of 19 cities nearby Old West Austin. The average rent in Old West Austin is currently $1,900 per month. A total of 12 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Lockhart, TX, with an average rent of $1,468, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Old West Austin, Austin, TX is Lakeway, TX. Monthly rents here are on average $3,000 per month.

Let's compare Old West Austin, Austin, TX's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 30.88% more expensive. Two bedrooms in Old West Austin, Austin, TX are about 37.72% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 67.89% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 19 total cities near Old West Austin, 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
Manor, TX N/A $1,804 $2,009 $1,900
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
Brushy Creek, TX N/A $1,481 $2,270 $2,395
Lakeway, TX N/A $981 $1,943 $3,000

Top Neighborhoods Near Old West Austin

There are a total of 33 neighborhoods in or near Old West Austin. Some of these neighborhoods include St. Johns, North University, and West University. We've included the top 30 neighborhoods out of 33 total neighborhoods in or near Old West Austin, Austin, TX in the following table.

The average rent for these 30 neighborhoods in or near Old West Austin, Austin, TX is currently around $1,855 per month. A total of 24 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only six neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $1,855. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is less than Old West Austin's average rent, which is actually $2,044. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Old West Austin, 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 Old West Austin. 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
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
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
Crestview, Austin, TX $1,260 $1,700 $1,885 $1,855
North Loop, Austin, TX $1,074 $1,360 $1,895 $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
Pecan Springs Springdale, Austin, TX $1,720 $1,595 $1,495 $1,995
Montropolis, Austin, TX $1,099 $1,750 $2,021 $2,012
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
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 Old West Austin

There are a total of 19 counties located by Old West Austin, Austin, TX. Some of these counties include Lockhart, TX, Austin, TX, and Cedar Creek-Red Rock, TX. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $1,975. That's roughly around $15 per sqft. A total of 11 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Lockhart, TX. Its average rent per month is $1,500. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,900, Dripping Springs-Wimberley, TX is the most expensive county by Old West Austin, Austin, TX.

Typically, rent for studios in Old West Austin, Austin, TX is 39.39% more expensive than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in Old West Austin, Austin, TX is 25.51% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in Old West Austin, Austin, TX is 36.93% 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
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
Round Rock-Georgetown, TX $1,186 $1,494 $1,599 $2,095
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 Old West Austin

There are a total of 49 zipcodes in or near Old West Austin, Austin, TX. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $1,895. A total of 32 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 78217, San Antonio, TX at $1,110 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 Old West Austin, Austin, TX is $1,402 per month. Or in other words, $23 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,606 per month. Which comes out to $18 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in Old West Austin, 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 $2,067 $2,744 $3,850 $3,200
78703, Austin, TX $1,666 $1,923 $2,473 $2,313
78705, Austin, TX $1,060 $1,097 $1,600 $1,295
78704, Austin, TX $1,352 $1,848 $2,302 $2,250
78722, Austin, TX $1,393 $1,200 $1,299 $1,525
78702, Austin, TX $1,525 $1,865 $2,674 $2,358
78751, Austin, TX $887 $1,200 $1,895 $1,671
78746, West Lake Hills, TX $1,225 $1,424 $1,885 $3,950
78756, Austin, TX $1,399 $1,555 $1,925 $1,695
78741, Austin, TX $1,024 $1,495 $1,845 $1,717

Frequently Asked Questions - Old West Austin Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Old West Austin, Austin, TX?
The average monthly rental price for Old West Austin, Austin, TX apartments for rent is approximately $2,044. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.
Do Old West 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 Old West Austin, Austin, TX.
How much is a studio apartment in Old West Austin, Austin, TX?
The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,650 and an average price per square feet of $36.24. There are a total of 9 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in Old West Austin.
How much is a one bedroom apartment in Old West Austin, Austin, TX?
The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,946 and an average price per square feet of $31.21. There are a total of 31 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Old West Austin.
How much is a two bedroom apartment in Old West Austin, Austin, TX?
The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $2,537 and an average price per square feet of $27.79. There are a total of 22 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Old West Austin.
How have rent prices in Old West Austin, Austin, TX changed this year?
Rent prices for rentals in Old West Austin, Austin, TX can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.36%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.10%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.04%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.13% year-over-year.
What is a reasonable rent price in Old West Austin, Austin, TX?
A reasonable rent price in Old West Austin, Austin, TX is around $1,635/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.