Average Rent in West University, Austin, TX

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Current Versus Historical West University, Austin, TX Rents

West University rentals average $1,150 for a studio rental to $3,795 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $1,450, or roughly $27 per square feet.
For the apartment units and housing in June 2026, median rents have fallen over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $27 (2.43%) year-over-year from $1,123 to $1,150. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $83 (-6.76%) year-over-year from $1,233 to $1,150. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $104 (-5.62%) year-over-year from $1,854 to $1,750. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $276 (12.41%) year-over-year from $2,224 to $2,500. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $2,097 (77.58%) year-over-year from $2,703 to $4,800. 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 4.42% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 6.91% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 1.79% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 5.26% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 65.35% this month.
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Price / Sqft
Jun 2026 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio $28.19 $1,150 $1,123 (2.43%) $1,624 (-29.20%)
1 BR $29.92 $1,150 $1,233 (-6.76%) $1,458 (-21.10%)
2 BR $24.90 $1,750 $1,854 (-5.62%) $1,799 (-2.73%)
3 BR $27.78 $2,500 $2,224 (12.41%) $2,044 (22.33%)
4+ BR $25.84 $4,800 $2,703 (77.58%) $2,102 (128.41%)

Historical Rents in West University, Austin, TX

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Top Cities Near West University

There are a total of 17 cities nearby West University. The average rent in West University is currently $1,995 per month. Our records show that San Marcos, TX, with an average rent of $1,650, 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 $2,991 per month.

Let's compare West University, Austin, TX's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in West University, Austin, TX is 20.52% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 7.42% more affordable. Two bedrooms in West University, Austin, TX are about 11.09% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 20.00% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 17 total cities near West University, Austin, TX in the following table.
City Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Jollyville, TX N/A $988 $1,395 $1,800
Lago Vista, TX N/A $1,338 $1,313 $1,900
Manor, TX $914 $1,200 $1,482 $1,950
Round Rock, TX $1,957 $1,305 $1,500 $1,995
Austin, TX $1,653 $1,540 $2,000 $2,100
Pflugerville, TX $1,265 $1,648 $1,921 $2,100
Leander, TX $1,305 $1,289 $1,788 $2,150
Cedar Park, TX $1,534 $1,550 $1,733 $2,250
Brushy Creek, TX N/A $1,354 $1,899 $2,423
Lakeway, TX N/A N/A $1,973 $2,991

Top Neighborhoods Near West University

There are a total of 28 neighborhoods in or near West University. Some of these neighborhoods include Parker Lane, St. Johns, and North University. We've included all of these top 28 neighborhoods in or near West University, Austin, TX in the following table.

The average rent for these 28 neighborhoods in or near West University, Austin, TX is currently around $2,025 per month. A total of 4 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only twenty-four neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $2,025. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than West University's average rent, which is only $1,450. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near West University, Parker Lane has the most affordable average rent at $1,195 per month. Whereas, at $3,930 average rent per month, Bouldin Creek is the most expensive neighborhood in or near West University. View the following table for more information.
Neighborhood Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Parker Lane, Austin, TX $701 $999 $1,363 $1,195
St. Johns, Austin, TX $999 $1,155 $1,500 $1,229
North University, Austin, TX $950 $1,150 $1,625 $1,250
Hyde Park, Austin, TX $899 $1,138 $1,725 $1,350
North Austin, Austin, TX $1,156 $823 $1,325 $1,500
Riverside, Austin, TX $1,376 $1,390 $2,200 $1,645
Brentwood, Austin, TX $1,310 $1,350 $1,663 $1,650
Hancock, Austin, TX $1,700 $1,195 $1,910 $1,701
Pecan Springs Springdale, Austin, TX $1,495 $1,653 $2,173 $1,716
North Burnet, Austin, TX $1,491 $1,630 $2,185 $1,741
West Oak Hill, Austin, TX $1,600 $1,250 $1,505 $1,890
Windsor Park, Austin, TX $1,645 $1,574 $1,941 $1,941
Johnston Terrace, Austin, TX $1,366 $1,742 $2,420 $1,943
North Loop, Austin, TX $1,980 $1,250 $1,700 $2,000
South Lamar, Austin, TX $1,045 $1,759 $2,150 $2,050
East Cesar Chavez, Austin, TX $1,636 $1,944 $2,503 $2,090
Old West Austin, Austin, TX $1,847 $1,993 $2,802 $2,118
Montropolis, Austin, TX $1,300 $1,304 $1,940 $2,200
MLK-183, Austin, TX N/A $1,641 $2,250 $2,300
Rosewood, Austin, TX $1,613 $1,961 $2,500 $2,322
Govalle, Austin, TX $1,590 $1,828 $2,354 $2,343
Rosedale, Austin, TX $1,816 $2,200 $2,300 $2,450
Zilker, Austin, TX $1,790 $2,045 $2,923 $2,473
Central East Austin, Austin, TX $1,586 $2,183 $2,867 $2,550
MLK, Austin, TX $1,564 $1,883 $2,579 $2,562
RMMA, Austin, TX $1,908 $2,048 $2,915 $2,650
Downtown Austin, Austin, TX $2,010 $2,750 $3,829 $3,287
Bouldin Creek, Austin, TX $2,285 $2,800 $4,500 $3,930

Top Counties Near West University

There are a total of 14 counties located by West University, Austin, TX. Some of these counties include Lockhart, TX, Kyle-Buda, TX, and Austin, TX. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,100. That's roughly around $15 per sqft. The county that is the most affordable is Lockhart, TX. Its average rent per month is $1,695. Vice versa, with an average rent of $3,200, Southwest Travis, TX is the most expensive county by West University, Austin, TX.

Typically, rent for studios in West University, Austin, TX is 54.35% more expensive than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in West University, Austin, TX is 12.79% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in West University, Austin, TX is 2.57% 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 $875 $1,200 $1,695
Kyle-Buda, TX $1,050 $1,301 $1,850 $2,000
Austin, TX $1,653 $1,550 $2,058 $2,095
Northeast Travis, TX $1,230 $1,496 $1,844 $2,100
Round Rock-Georgetown, TX $1,629 $1,359 $1,600 $2,100
Cedar Creek-Red Rock, TX N/A $1,459 $1,697 $2,100
Cedar Park-Liberty Hill, TX $1,501 $1,348 $1,750 $2,191
Northwest Travis, TX N/A $1,151 $1,495 $2,373
Dripping Springs-Wimberley, TX N/A $1,547 $2,200 $2,873
Southwest Travis, TX $1,600 $1,500 $1,873 $3,200

Top Zipcodes Near West University

There are a total of 41 zipcodes in or near West University, Austin, TX. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,074. 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 78752, Austin, TX at $1,285 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $5,050 per month is 78746, West Lake Hills, TX.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,200. 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 $1,345 per month. Or in other words, $22 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,737 per month. Which comes out to $19 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 $1,150 $1,195 $1,750 $1,450
78703, Austin, TX $1,824 $2,002 $2,836 $2,702
78701, Austin, TX $2,010 $2,733 $3,889 $3,290
78751, Austin, TX $950 $1,150 $1,845 $1,700
78756, Austin, TX $1,078 $1,556 $2,248 $1,917
78722, Austin, TX $1,545 $1,932 $2,450 $2,114
78702, Austin, TX $1,615 $1,882 $2,534 $2,330
78723, Austin, TX $1,786 $1,799 $2,195 $2,107
78752, Austin, TX $999 $1,163 $1,500 $1,285
78704, Austin, TX $1,747 $1,750 $2,700 $2,644

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 $1,450. 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 $1,150 and an average price per square feet of $28.19. There are a total of 30 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 $1,200 and an average price per square feet of $29.92. There are a total of 160 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 $1,750 and an average price per square feet of $24.90. There are a total of 145 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 0.02%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.07%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.06%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.12% 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 $1,160/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.
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