Average Rent in 78744, Austin, TX

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Current Versus Historical 78744, Austin, TX Rents

78744 rentals average $1,107 for a 1-bedroom rental to $2,588 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,250, or roughly $1 per square feet.
For the apartment units and housing in January 2025, median rents have fallen substantiallyover the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $114 (9.25%) year-over-year from $1,236 to $1,350. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $275 (-20.39%) year-over-year from $1,349 to $1,074. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $26 (1.72%) year-over-year from $1,518 to $1,545. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $475 (24.05%) year-over-year from $1,975 to $2,450. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $38 (1.55%) year-over-year from $2,412 to $2,450. 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 5.66% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 18.60% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 0.76% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 8.97% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 0.40% this month.
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Price / Sqft
Jan 2025 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
1 BR $0.44 $1,074 $1,349 (-20.39%) $1,393 (-22.90%)
2 BR $1.37 $1,545 $1,518 (1.72%) $1,676 (-7.84%)
3 BR $1.44 $2,450 $1,975 (24.05%) $2,205 (11.10%)
4+ BR $1.19 $2,450 $2,412 (1.55%) $2,039 (20.13%)

Historical Rents in 78744, Austin, TX

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Top Cities Near 78744

There are a total of 12 cities nearby 78744. The average rent in 78744 is currently $2,013 per month. A total of 11 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Kyle, TX, with an average rent of $1,945, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near 78744, Austin, TX is Lakeway, TX. Monthly rents here are on average $2,900 per month.

Let's compare 78744, Austin, TX's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 0.63% more expensive. Two bedrooms in 78744, Austin, TX are about 15.09% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 15.51% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 12 total cities near 78744, Austin, TX in the following chart.
City Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Kyle, TX N/A $1,250 $1,800 $1,945
San Marcos, TX N/A $1,100 $1,300 $1,950
Manor, TX N/A N/A $2,000 $1,978
Round Rock, TX N/A N/A $1,495 $2,000
Lago Vista, TX N/A $1,450 $1,550 $2,000
Hutto, TX N/A N/A N/A $2,025
Austin, TX $1,000 $1,300 $1,795 $2,050
Pflugerville, TX N/A N/A $1,713 $2,175
Cedar Park, TX N/A $1,325 $1,523 $2,200
Lakeway, TX N/A $1,775 $1,925 $2,900

Top Neighborhoods Near 78744

There are a total of 9 neighborhoods in or near 78744. Some of these neighborhoods include Hyde Park, North University, and West University. We've included all of these top 9 neighborhoods in or near 78744, Austin, TX in the following chart.

The average rent for these 9 neighborhoods in or near 78744, Austin, TX is currently around $1,750 per month. A total of 7 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only two neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $1,750. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 78744, Hyde Park has the most affordable average rent at $1,325 per month. Whereas, at $3,200 average rent per month, Downtown Austin is the most expensive neighborhood in or near 78744. View the following chart for more information.
Neighborhood Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Hyde Park, Austin, TX $939 $1,200 $975 $1,325
North University, Austin, TX $800 $1,295 $2,000 $1,538
West University, Austin, TX $1,150 $1,295 $1,850 $1,600
Brentwood, Austin, TX $800 $1,050 $1,725 $1,600
Hancock, Austin, TX $1,450 $1,295 $1,650 $1,750
North Austin, Austin, TX N/A $938 $1,499 $1,875
Garrison Park, Austin, TX N/A $815 $1,600 $2,035
North Loop, Austin, TX $1,035 $1,195 $1,795 $2,295
Downtown Austin, Austin, TX $1,020 $2,500 $4,850 $3,200

Top Counties Near 78744

There are a total of 9 counties located by 78744, Austin, TX. Some of these counties include Kyle-Buda, TX, San Marcos, TX, and Austin, TX. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,100. That's roughly around $1 per sqft. A total of 8 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Jarrell, TX. It's average rent per month is $1,749. Vice versa, with an average rent of $3,125, Southwest Travis, TX is the most expensive county by 78744, Austin, TX.

In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in 78744, Austin, TX is 16.53% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in 78744, Austin, TX is 18.79% 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 $1,473 $1,800 $1,995
San Marcos, TX N/A $1,025 $1,350 $1,995
Austin, TX $1,000 $1,300 $1,800 $2,000
Taylor, TX N/A $1,200 $1,573 $2,095
Northeast Travis, TX N/A $1,269 $1,659 $2,100
Round Rock-Georgetown, TX $2,198 $1,100 $1,535 $2,195
Cedar Park-Liberty Hill, TX N/A $1,325 $1,799 $2,224
Dripping Springs-Wimberley, TX N/A $1,650 $1,875 $2,600
Northwest Travis, TX N/A $1,290 $1,723 $2,600
Southwest Travis, TX $1,195 $1,750 $1,723 $3,125

Top Zipcodes Near 78744

There are a total of 17 zipcodes in or near 78744, Austin, TX. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $1,995. A total of 14 zipcodes have a average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 78758, Austin, TX at $1,698 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $2,800 per month is 78731, Austin, TX.

Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near 78744, Austin, TX is $1,100 per month. Or in other words, $2 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,695 per month. Which comes out to $2 per sqft. The following chart includes the top 10 zipcodes in 78744, Austin, TX. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.
Zipcode Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
78660, Pflugerville, TX N/A $1,320 $1,785 $2,125
78745, Austin, TX $825 $1,425 $1,638 $1,875
78704, Austin, TX $927 $1,450 $1,900 $2,147
78613, Cedar Park, TX N/A $1,325 $1,450 $2,263
78664, Round Rock, TX N/A N/A $1,500 $1,895
78665, Round Rock, TX N/A N/A $1,998 $2,225
78748, Austin, TX N/A $1,245 $1,650 $2,150
78741, Austin, TX $800 $995 $1,695 $1,990
78610, Kyle-Buda, TX N/A N/A $2,813 $2,100
78758, Austin, TX N/A $975 $1,598 $1,698

Frequently Asked Questions - 78744 Average Rents

What is the average rent price in 78744, Austin, TX?
The average monthly rental price for 78744, Austin, TX apartments for rent is approximately $2,250. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.
Do 78744, 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 78744, Austin, TX.
How much is a studio apartment in 78744, 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 78744.
How much is a one bedroom apartment in 78744, Austin, TX?
The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,107 and an average price per square feet of $0.44. There are a total of 2 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 78744.
How much is a two bedroom apartment in 78744, Austin, TX?
The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $1,450 and an average price per square feet of $1.37. There are a total of 13 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 78744.
How have rent prices in 78744, Austin, TX changed this year?
Rent prices for rentals in 78744, Austin, TX can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 0.09%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.20%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.02%, and three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.24% year-over-year.
What is a reasonable rent price in 78744, Austin, TX?
A reasonable rent price in 78744, Austin, TX is around $1,800/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.
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