Average Rent in 78666, San Marcos, TX

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Current Versus Historical 78666, San Marcos, TX Rents

78666 rentals average $1,025 for a 1-bedroom rental to $2,200 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $1,950, or roughly $1 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in December 2024, median rents have risen over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $1,319 (-62.25%) year-over-year from $2,119 to $800. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $80 (7.79%) year-over-year from $1,021 to $1,100. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $304 (-19.88%) year-over-year from $1,529 to $1,225. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $82 (4.53%) year-over-year from $1,817 to $1,899. 4-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $114 (-4.93%) year-over-year from $2,314 to $2,200. 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 4.25% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 17.99% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 4.57% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 2.76% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Dec 2024 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
1 BR	$1.67	$1,100	$1,021 (7.79%)	$1,025 (7.35%)
2 BR	$1.36	$1,225	$1,529 (-19.88%)	$1,690 (-27.51%)
3 BR	$1.25	$1,899	$1,817 (4.53%)	$1,732 (9.66%)
4+ BR	$1.10	$2,200	$2,314 (-4.93%)	$2,645 (-16.82%)

Historical Rents in 78666, San Marcos, TX

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Top Cities Near 78666

There are a total of 2 cities nearby 78666. The average rent in 78666 is currently $1,925 per month. A total of 2 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Kyle, TX, with an average rent of $1,900, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near 78666, San Marcos, TX is San Marcos, TX. Monthly rents here are on average $1,950 per month.

Let's compare 78666, San Marcos, TX's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 15.73% more affordable. Two bedrooms in 78666, San Marcos, TX are about 14.20% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 2.57% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 2 cities near 78666, San Marcos, TX in the following chart.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Kyle, TX	N/A	$1,348	$1,800	$1,900
San Marcos, TX	N/A	$1,025	$1,398	$1,950

Top Neighborhoods Near 78666

There are a total of 2 neighborhoods in or near 78666. We've included all of these top 2 neighborhoods in or near 78666, San Marcos, TX in the following chart.

The average rent for these 2 neighborhoods in or near 78666, San Marcos, TX is currently around $2,650 per month. Meaning, only two neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $2,650. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than 78666's average rent, which is only $1,950. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 78666, Garrison Park has the most affordable average rent at $2,100 per month. Whereas, at $3,200 average rent per month, Downtown Austin is the most expensive neighborhood in or near 78666. View the following chart for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Garrison Park, Austin, TX	N/A	$890	$1,625	$2,100
Downtown Austin, Austin, TX	$1,020	$2,695	$4,349	$3,200

Top Counties Near 78666

There are a total of 2 counties located by 78666, San Marcos, TX. Some of these counties include Kyle-Buda, TX, San Marcos, TX, and Austin, TX. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,000. That's roughly around $1 per sqft. The county that is the most affordable is Kyle-Buda, TX. It's average rent per month is $1,995. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,695, Dripping Springs-Wimberley, TX is the most expensive county by 78666, San Marcos, TX.

In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in 78666, San Marcos, TX is 13.41% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in 78666, San Marcos, TX is 28.57% more affordable than other counties nearby. We've listed all of these counties in the chart below.

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Kyle-Buda, TX	N/A	$1,485	$1,800	$1,995
San Marcos, TX	N/A	$1,025	$1,420	$1,999
Austin, TX	$1,005	$1,300	$1,800	$2,000
Dripping Springs-Wimberley, TX	N/A	N/A	$1,838	$2,695

Top Zipcodes Near 78666

There are a total of 7 zipcodes in or near 78666, San Marcos, TX. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,125.

The following chart includes the top 7 zipcodes in 78666, San Marcos, TX. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
78745, Austin, TX	$825	$1,450	$1,638	$1,863
78704, Austin, TX	$927	$1,400	$1,975	$2,373
78748, Austin, TX	N/A	$1,290	$1,695	$2,125
78741, Austin, TX	$800	$995	$1,795	$2,000
78610, Kyle-Buda, TX	N/A	N/A	$2,813	$2,100
78702, Austin, TX	$1,353	$1,725	$2,375	$2,583
78744, Austin, TX	N/A	$1,100	$1,550	$2,200

Frequently Asked Questions - 78666 Average Rents

What is the average rent price in 78666, San Marcos, TX?

The average monthly rental price for 78666, San Marcos, TX apartments for rent is approximately $1,950. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do 78666, San Marcos, 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 78666, San Marcos, TX.

How much is a studio apartment in 78666, San Marcos, 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 78666.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in 78666, San Marcos, TX?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,025 and an average price per square feet of $1.67. There are a total of 10 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 78666.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in 78666, San Marcos, TX?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $1,400 and an average price per square feet of $1.36. There are a total of 27 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 78666.

How have rent prices in 78666, San Marcos, TX changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in 78666, San Marcos, TX can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.62%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.08%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.20%, and three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.05% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in 78666, San Marcos, TX?

A reasonable rent price in 78666, San Marcos, TX is around $1,560/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.