Average Rent in West Austin, Austin, TX

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Current Versus Historical West Austin, Austin, TX Rents

West Austin rentals average $1,999 for a 1-bedroom rental to $8,500 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $3,723, or roughly $3 per square feet.
For the apartment units and housing in April 2024, median rents have risen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $468 (26.26%) year-over-year from $1,780 to $2,248. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $348 (21.19%) year-over-year from $1,642 to $1,990. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $106 (4.25%) year-over-year from $2,494 to $2,600. 3-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $398 (-9.06%) year-over-year from $4,398 to $4,000. 4-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $733 (-7.94%) year-over-year from $9,233 to $8,500. 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 up by 17.08% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 15.56% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 21.27% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 32.12% this month.
Beds
Price / Sqft
Apr 2024 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
1 BR $3.01 $1,990 $1,642 (21.19%) $1,259 (58.06%)
2 BR $2.44 $2,600 $2,494 (4.25%) $1,692 (53.69%)
3 BR $2.34 $4,000 $4,398 (-9.06%) $2,560 (56.25%)
4+ BR $3.39 $8,500 $9,233 (-7.94%) $5,140 (65.37%)

Historical Rents in West Austin, Austin, TX

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1 Bed
2 Bed
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4 Bed

Top Cities Near West Austin

There are a total of 12 cities nearby West Austin. The average rent in West Austin is currently $2,199 per month. A total of 12 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Canyon Lake, TX, with an average rent of $1,690, 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 $3,500 per month.

Let's compare West Austin, Austin, TX's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 39.03% more expensive. Two bedrooms in West Austin, Austin, TX are about 35.05% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 52.83% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 12 total cities near West Austin, Austin, TX in the following chart.
City Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
San Marcos, TX N/A $1,200 $1,550 $1,990
Kyle, TX N/A $1,238 $1,425 $2,000
Hutto, TX N/A N/A N/A $2,195
Cedar Park, TX N/A $1,343 $1,831 $2,198
Georgetown, TX $1,252 $1,250 $1,564 $2,200
Leander, TX N/A $1,350 $1,663 $2,200
Austin, TX $1,137 $1,400 $1,949 $2,250
Round Rock, TX N/A N/A $1,695 $2,250
Pflugerville, TX N/A N/A $1,595 $2,295
Lakeway, TX N/A N/A $2,175 $3,500

Top Neighborhoods Near West Austin

There are a total of 9 neighborhoods in or near West Austin. Some of these neighborhoods include North University, West University, and Hancock. We've included all of these top 9 neighborhoods in or near West Austin, Austin, TX in the following chart.

The average rent for these 9 neighborhoods in or near West Austin, Austin, TX is currently around $2,219 per month. A total of 9 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near West Austin, North University has the most affordable average rent at $1,250 per month. Whereas, at $3,400 average rent per month, Downtown Austin is the most expensive neighborhood in or near West Austin. View the following chart for more information.
Neighborhood Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
North University, Austin, TX $1,062 $1,250 $2,125 $1,250
West University, Austin, TX $1,325 $1,300 $1,950 $1,750
Hancock, Austin, TX $1,350 $1,500 $1,900 $1,800
Garrison Park, Austin, TX N/A $1,150 $1,695 $1,850
Hyde Park, Austin, TX $1,010 $1,195 $1,880 $2,219
South Lamar, Austin, TX $1,175 $1,748 $2,100 $2,250
North Loop, Austin, TX $1,080 $1,400 $1,898 $2,495
Zilker, Austin, TX N/A $1,900 $2,950 $2,998
Downtown Austin, Austin, TX $1,750 $2,823 $3,500 $3,400

Top Counties Near West Austin

There are a total of 9 counties located by West Austin, Austin, TX. Some of these counties include Lockhart, TX, Kyle-Buda, TX, and Austin, TX. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,250. That's roughly around $1 per sqft. A total of 13 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Lockhart, TX. It's average rent per month is $1,795. Vice versa, with an average rent of $3,325, Southwest Travis, TX is the most expensive county by West Austin, Austin, TX.

In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in West Austin, Austin, TX is 32.47% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in West Austin, Austin, TX is 29.41% more expensive than other counties nearby. We've listed all of these counties in the chart below.
County Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Lockhart, TX N/A $1,199 $1,359 $1,795
Kyle-Buda, TX N/A $1,238 $1,648 $2,163
Austin, TX $1,137 $1,400 $1,950 $2,247
Northeast Travis, TX N/A $1,657 $1,875 $2,250
Cedar Park-Liberty Hill, TX N/A $1,350 $1,800 $2,250
Taylor, TX N/A $1,764 $1,450 $2,250
Round Rock-Georgetown, TX $1,252 $1,250 $1,625 $2,295
Northwest Travis, TX N/A $1,350 $1,800 $2,695
Dripping Springs-Wimberley, TX N/A $1,350 $2,225 $2,900
Southwest Travis, TX N/A $1,434 $2,083 $3,325

Top Zipcodes Near West Austin

There are a total of 39 zipcodes in or near West Austin, Austin, TX. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,250. A total of 38 zipcodes have a average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 78705, Austin, TX at $1,650 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $4,875 per month is 78746, West Lake Hills, TX.

Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near West Austin, Austin, TX is $1,200 per month. Or in other words, $2 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,785 per month. Which comes out to $2 per sqft. The following chart 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 $1,348 $1,773 $2,660 $3,000
78705, Austin, TX $1,200 $1,250 $1,950 $1,650
78701, Austin, TX $1,750 $2,750 $3,500 $3,398
78746, West Lake Hills, TX N/A N/A $2,050 $4,875
78756, Austin, TX $1,300 $1,448 $2,272 $1,850
78751, Austin, TX $1,045 $1,250 $1,985 $2,473
78704, Austin, TX $1,175 $1,625 $2,270 $2,850
78702, Austin, TX $1,268 $1,905 $2,995 $2,995
78723, Austin, TX $700 $1,348 $1,525 $2,195
78752, Austin, TX N/A $1,343 $1,798 $1,828

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 $3,723. 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 $0 and an average price per square feet of $0.00. There are a total of 0 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 $1,999 and an average price per square feet of $3.01. 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 $2,550 and an average price per square feet of $2.44. There are a total of 20 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 0.26%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.21%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.04%, and three bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.09% 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 $2,978/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.
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