Average Rent in South Lamar, Austin, TX

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Current Versus Historical South Lamar, Austin, TX Rents

South Lamar rentals average $1,403 for a studio rental to $7,995 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,262, or roughly $28 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 increased by $527 (32.94%) year-over-year from $1,599 to $2,125. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $281 (-14.92%) year-over-year from $1,881 to $1,600. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $667 (-25.85%) year-over-year from $2,579 to $1,913. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $101 (2.63%) year-over-year from $3,849 to $3,950. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $1,233 (15.93%) year-over-year from $7,742 to $8,975. 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 up by 43.31% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 4.48% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 14.08% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 2.87% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 10.35% this month.
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Price / Sqft
Sep 2026 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio $31.01 $2,125 $1,599 (32.94%) $1,536 (38.36%)
1 BR $31.08 $1,600 $1,881 (-14.92%) $1,652 (-3.15%)
2 BR $24.95 $1,913 $2,579 (-25.85%) $2,107 (-9.21%)
3 BR $27.28 $3,950 $3,849 (2.63%) $3,676 (7.46%)
4+ BR $44.73 $8,975 $7,742 (15.93%) $5,033 (78.31%)

Historical Rents in South Lamar, Austin, TX

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Top Cities Near South Lamar

There are a total of 19 cities nearby South Lamar. The average rent in South Lamar is currently $1,900 per month. A total of 17 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 South Lamar, Austin, TX is Lakeway, TX. Monthly rents here are on average $3,000 per month.

Let's compare South Lamar, Austin, TX's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 31.03% more expensive. Two bedrooms in South Lamar, Austin, TX are about 28.99% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 50.32% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 19 total cities near South Lamar, 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 South Lamar

There are a total of 34 neighborhoods in or near South Lamar. Some of these neighborhoods include North University, West University, and Hyde Park. We've included the top 30 neighborhoods out of 34 total neighborhoods in or near South Lamar, Austin, TX in the following table.

The average rent for these 30 neighborhoods in or near South Lamar, Austin, TX is currently around $1,862 per month. A total of 27 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only three neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $1,862. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is less than South Lamar's average rent, which is actually $2,262. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near South Lamar, 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 South Lamar. View the following table for more information.
Neighborhood Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
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
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
Pecan Springs Springdale, Austin, TX $1,720 $1,595 $1,495 $1,995
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
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 South Lamar

There are a total of 20 counties located by South Lamar, 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 $1,963. That's roughly around $15 per sqft. A total of 18 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 South Lamar, Austin, TX.

Typically, rent for studios in South Lamar, Austin, TX is 29.21% more expensive than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in South Lamar, Austin, TX is 27.12% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in South Lamar, Austin, TX is 28.11% 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 South Lamar

There are a total of 49 zipcodes in or near South Lamar, Austin, TX. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $1,895. A total of 41 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 South Lamar, 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 South Lamar, Austin, TX. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.
Zipcode Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
78704, Austin, TX $1,352 $1,848 $2,302 $2,250
78701, Austin, TX $2,067 $2,744 $3,850 $3,200
78745, Austin, TX $1,199 $1,361 $1,615 $1,775
78703, Austin, TX $1,666 $1,923 $2,473 $2,313
78746, West Lake Hills, TX $1,225 $1,424 $1,885 $3,950
78705, Austin, TX $1,060 $1,097 $1,600 $1,295
78741, Austin, TX $1,024 $1,495 $1,845 $1,717
78702, Austin, TX $1,525 $1,865 $2,674 $2,358
78722, Austin, TX $1,393 $1,200 $1,299 $1,525
78749, Austin, TX $1,020 $1,265 $1,645 $2,485

Frequently Asked Questions - South Lamar Average Rents

What is the average rent price in South Lamar, Austin, TX?
The average monthly rental price for South Lamar, Austin, TX apartments for rent is approximately $2,262. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.
Do South Lamar, 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 South Lamar, Austin, TX.
How much is a studio apartment in South Lamar, Austin, TX?
The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,403 and an average price per square feet of $31.01. There are a total of 9 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in South Lamar.
How much is a one bedroom apartment in South Lamar, Austin, TX?
The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,950 and an average price per square feet of $31.08. There are a total of 108 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in South Lamar.
How much is a two bedroom apartment in South Lamar, Austin, TX?
The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $2,225 and an average price per square feet of $24.95. There are a total of 134 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in South Lamar.
How have rent prices in South Lamar, Austin, TX changed this year?
Rent prices for rentals in South Lamar, Austin, TX can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 0.33%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.15%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.26%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.03% year-over-year.
What is a reasonable rent price in South Lamar, Austin, TX?
A reasonable rent price in South Lamar, Austin, TX is around $1,809/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.