Average Rent in West University, Austin, TX

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Current Versus Historical West University, Austin, TX Rents

West University rentals average $1,145 for a studio rental to $1,046 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $1,269, or roughly $25 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 $252 (-20.18%) year-over-year from $1,247 to $995. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $185 (-15.69%) year-over-year from $1,180 to $995. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $120 (-7.00%) year-over-year from $1,715 to $1,595. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $758 (46.12%) year-over-year from $1,643 to $2,400. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $2,954 (207.85%) year-over-year from $1,421 to $4,375. 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 3.40% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 13.04% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 3.22% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 17.99% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 34.90% this month.
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Price / Sqft
Sep 2026 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio $36.58 $995 $1,247 (-20.18%) $1,344 (-25.98%)
1 BR $27.98 $995 $1,180 (-15.69%) $1,344 (-25.99%)
2 BR $23.21 $1,595 $1,715 (-7.00%) $1,680 (-5.06%)
3 BR $21.76 $2,400 $1,643 (46.12%) $1,660 (44.62%)
4+ BR $7.99 $4,375 $1,421 (207.85%) $3,202 (36.65%)

Historical Rents in West University, Austin, TX

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Top Cities Near West University

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

Let's compare West University, Austin, TX's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 34.50% more affordable. Two bedrooms in West University, Austin, TX are about 0.48% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 3.51% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 19 total cities near West University, 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 West University

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

The average rent for these 30 neighborhoods in or near West University, Austin, TX is currently around $1,869 per month. A total of 2 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only twenty-eight neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $1,869. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than West University's average rent, which is only $1,269. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near West University, 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 West University. 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
Hyde Park, Austin, TX $875 $1,138 $1,695 $1,275
Parker Lane, Austin, TX $701 $1,000 $1,535 $1,340
North Austin, Austin, TX $985 $899 $1,313 $1,400
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
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
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 West University

There are a total of 19 counties located by West University, 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. 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 West University, Austin, TX.

Typically, rent for studios in West University, Austin, TX is 12.66% more expensive than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in West University, Austin, TX is 44.95% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in West University, Austin, TX is 1.75% more affordable 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 West University

There are a total of 48 zipcodes in or near West University, Austin, TX. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $1,898. A total of 2 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 78247, San Antonio, TX at $1,148 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 $1,095. 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 West University, Austin, TX is $1,410 per month. Or in other words, $23 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,611 per month. Which comes out to $18 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in West University, Austin, TX. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.
Zipcode Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
78705, Austin, TX $1,060 $1,097 $1,600 $1,295
78703, Austin, TX $1,666 $1,923 $2,473 $2,313
78701, Austin, TX $2,067 $2,744 $3,850 $3,200
78751, Austin, TX $887 $1,200 $1,895 $1,671
78756, Austin, TX $1,399 $1,555 $1,925 $1,695
78722, Austin, TX $1,393 $1,200 $1,299 $1,525
78702, Austin, TX $1,525 $1,865 $2,674 $2,358
78723, Austin, TX $977 $1,695 $1,895 $1,988
78752, Austin, TX $1,155 $1,165 $1,500 $1,291
78704, Austin, TX $1,352 $1,848 $2,302 $2,250

Frequently Asked Questions - West University Average Rents

What is the average rent price in West University, Austin, TX?
The average monthly rental price for West University, Austin, TX apartments for rent is approximately $1,269. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.
Do West University, 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 University, Austin, TX.
How much is a studio apartment in West University, Austin, TX?
The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,145 and an average price per square feet of $36.58. There are a total of 10 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in West University.
How much is a one bedroom apartment in West University, Austin, TX?
The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,000 and an average price per square feet of $27.98. There are a total of 72 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in West University.
How much is a two bedroom apartment in West University, Austin, TX?
The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $1,573 and an average price per square feet of $23.21. There are a total of 90 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in West University.
How have rent prices in West University, Austin, TX changed this year?
Rent prices for rentals in West University, Austin, TX can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.20%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.16%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.07%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.46% year-over-year.
What is a reasonable rent price in West University, Austin, TX?
A reasonable rent price in West University, Austin, TX is around $1,015/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.