Average Rent in West Austin, Austin, TX

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Current Versus Historical West Austin, Austin, TX Rents

West Austin rentals average $3,100 for a studio rental to $10,200 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $3,100, or roughly $31 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 $416 (-11.83%) year-over-year from $3,516 to $3,100. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $450 (-25.00%) year-over-year from $1,800 to $1,350. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $33 (1.41%) year-over-year from $2,367 to $2,400. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $750 (16.48%) year-over-year from $4,550 to $5,300. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $2,860 (35.14%) year-over-year from $8,140 to $11,000. 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 0.00% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 16.31% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 7.62% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 20.30% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 31.47% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Jun 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$49.60	$3,100	$3,516 (-11.83%)	$1,872 (65.59%)
1 BR	$30.40	$1,350	$1,800 (-25.00%)	$1,641 (-17.73%)
2 BR	$28.54	$2,400	$2,367 (1.41%)	$2,360 (1.70%)
3 BR	$32.69	$5,300	$4,550 (16.48%)	$4,000 (32.50%)
4+ BR	$36.18	$11,000	$8,140 (35.14%)	$6,400 (71.88%)

Historical Rents in West Austin, Austin, TX

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Top Cities Near West Austin

There are a total of 18 cities nearby West Austin. The average rent in West Austin is currently $1,978 per month. A total of 18 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Wells Branch, TX, with an average rent of $1,463, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near West Austin, Austin, TX is Lakeway, TX. Monthly rents here are on average $2,991 per month.

Let's compare West Austin, Austin, TX's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in West Austin, Austin, TX is 60.98% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 0.65% more expensive. Two bedrooms in West Austin, Austin, TX are about 32.82% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 63.68% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 18 total cities near West Austin, Austin, TX in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Wells Branch, TX	$1,775	$999	$1,319	$1,463
Manor, TX	$914	$1,787	$1,354	$1,900
Jollyville, TX	N/A	$1,129	$1,400	$1,955
Austin, TX	$1,565	$1,468	$1,850	$1,960
Lago Vista, TX	N/A	$1,338	$1,350	$1,995
Round Rock, TX	$1,076	$1,500	$1,495	$2,000
Pflugerville, TX	$1,265	$1,652	$1,795	$2,145
Cedar Park, TX	$1,534	$1,375	$1,637	$2,295
Brushy Creek, TX	N/A	$1,357	$1,873	$2,395
Lakeway, TX	N/A	N/A	$1,973	$2,991

Top Neighborhoods Near West Austin

There are a total of 32 neighborhoods in or near West Austin. Some of these neighborhoods include St. Johns, Parker Lane, and North University. We've included the top 30 neighborhoods out of 32 total neighborhoods in or near West Austin, Austin, TX in the following table.

The average rent for these 30 neighborhoods in or near West Austin, Austin, TX is currently around $1,831 per month. A total of 30 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is less than West Austin's average rent, which is actually $3,100. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near West Austin, St. Johns has the most affordable average rent at $1,195 per month. Whereas, at $3,500 average rent per month, Bouldin Creek is the most expensive neighborhood in or near West Austin. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
St. Johns, Austin, TX	$909	$1,145	$1,489	$1,195
Parker Lane, Austin, TX	$701	$1,050	$1,388	$1,230
North University, Austin, TX	$1,000	$1,113	$1,788	$1,250
Hyde Park, Austin, TX	$950	$1,125	$1,513	$1,350
West University, Austin, TX	$1,150	$1,200	$1,750	$1,425
Pleasant Valley, Austin, TX	$1,460	$1,175	$1,863	$1,440
North Austin, Austin, TX	$1,130	$875	$1,295	$1,450
Highland, Austin, TX	$1,213	$1,228	$1,585	$1,493
Riverside, Austin, TX	$1,277	$1,275	$1,980	$1,605
Brentwood, Austin, TX	$1,315	$1,423	$2,025	$1,631
Garrison Park, Austin, TX	$1,010	$899	$1,495	$1,645
Windsor Park, Austin, TX	$1,580	$1,573	$1,500	$1,647
Pecan Springs Springdale, Austin, TX	$1,495	$1,566	$1,900	$1,691
Hancock, Austin, TX	$1,586	$1,250	$1,895	$1,698
Johnston Terrace, Austin, TX	$1,333	$1,754	$2,428	$1,945
South Lamar, Austin, TX	$1,222	$1,681	$1,900	$1,995
North Loop, Austin, TX	$986	$1,225	$1,710	$2,000
Old West Austin, Austin, TX	$1,791	$1,980	$2,780	$2,085
Montropolis, Austin, TX	N/A	$1,765	$2,050	$2,100
East Cesar Chavez, Austin, TX	$1,595	$1,944	$2,504	$2,101
Govalle, Austin, TX	$1,620	$1,831	$2,400	$2,205
Rosedale, Austin, TX	$1,814	$1,679	$2,300	$2,300
Rosewood, Austin, TX	$1,616	$2,000	$2,500	$2,326
RMMA, Austin, TX	$1,830	$1,940	$2,653	$2,407
MLK-183, Austin, TX	$1,513	$1,692	$2,245	$2,414
MLK, Austin, TX	$1,742	$2,310	$2,650	$2,450
Central East Austin, Austin, TX	$1,584	$2,166	$2,873	$2,450
Zilker, Austin, TX	$1,747	$2,530	$3,000	$2,756
Downtown Austin, Austin, TX	$2,054	$2,776	$3,810	$3,270
Bouldin Creek, Austin, TX	$2,275	$2,670	$4,405	$3,500

Top Counties Near West Austin

There are a total of 16 counties located by West 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 $2,067. That's roughly around $15 per sqft. A total of 16 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Seguin, TX. Its average rent per month is $1,595. Vice versa, with an average rent of $3,000, Dripping Springs-Wimberley, TX is the most expensive county by West Austin, Austin, TX.

Typically, rent for studios in West Austin, Austin, TX is 61.22% more expensive than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in West Austin, Austin, TX is 8.30% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in West Austin, Austin, TX is 25.11% 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	$1,175	$1,345	$1,200	$1,615
Austin, TX	$1,558	$1,465	$1,900	$1,960
Kyle-Buda, TX	$1,830	$1,700	$1,879	$2,000
Northwest Travis, TX	$1,005	$1,195	$1,530	$2,039
Northeast Travis, TX	$1,230	$1,679	$1,795	$2,095
Round Rock-Georgetown, TX	$1,076	$1,359	$1,545	$2,150
Cedar Park-Liberty Hill, TX	$1,516	$1,517	$1,769	$2,195
Cedar Creek-Red Rock, TX	N/A	$1,459	$1,688	$2,195
Southwest Travis, TX	$1,600	$2,087	$1,895	$2,993
Dripping Springs-Wimberley, TX	N/A	$1,326	$1,849	$3,000

Top Zipcodes Near West Austin

There are a total of 45 zipcodes in or near West Austin, Austin, TX. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $1,955. A total of 42 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 $1,270 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $4,388 per month is 78746, West Lake Hills, TX.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,241. That's at least $27 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near West Austin, Austin, TX is $1,388 per month. Or in other words, $22 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,713 per month. Which comes out to $19 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in West Austin, Austin, TX. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
78703, Austin, TX	$1,791	$1,993	$2,799	$2,696
78705, Austin, TX	$1,150	$1,200	$1,775	$1,450
78701, Austin, TX	$2,054	$2,764	$3,863	$3,270
78746, West Lake Hills, TX	N/A	$1,451	$1,995	$4,388
78756, Austin, TX	$1,320	$1,536	$1,663	$1,650
78751, Austin, TX	$973	$1,150	$1,775	$1,691
78704, Austin, TX	$1,715	$1,850	$2,405	$2,600
78722, Austin, TX	$1,520	$1,892	$2,250	$1,975
78731, Austin, TX	$1,729	$1,125	$1,855	$1,950
78702, Austin, TX	$1,584	$1,919	$2,546	$2,310

Frequently Asked Questions - West Austin Average Rents

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

The average monthly rental price for West Austin, Austin, TX apartments for rent is approximately $3,100. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do 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 West Austin, Austin, TX.

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

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $3,100 and an average price per square feet of $49.60. There are a total of 1 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in West Austin.

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

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,350 and an average price per square feet of $30.40. There are a total of 7 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in West Austin.

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

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $2,400 and an average price per square feet of $28.54. There are a total of 22 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in West Austin.

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

Rent prices for rentals in West Austin, Austin, TX can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.12%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.25%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.01%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.16% year-over-year.

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

A reasonable rent price in West Austin, Austin, TX is around $2,480/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.