Average Rent in South Lamar, Austin, TX

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Current Versus Historical South Lamar, Austin, TX Rents

South Lamar rentals average $0 for a studio rental to $8,250 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,100, or roughly $2 per square feet.
For the apartment units and housing in November 2024, median rents have risen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $95 (-8.27%) year-over-year from $1,149 to $1,054. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $640 (35.83%) year-over-year from $1,785 to $2,425. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $73 (-3.59%) year-over-year from $2,023 to $1,950. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $719 (21.92%) year-over-year from $3,280 to $3,999. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $998 (19.95%) year-over-year from $5,000 to $5,998. 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 19.85% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 8.12% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 5.95% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 3.03% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 21.14% this month.
Beds
Price / Sqft
Nov 2024 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
1 BR $2.52 $2,425 $1,785 (35.83%) $1,872 (29.55%)
2 BR $1.93 $1,950 $2,023 (-3.59%) $2,104 (-7.30%)
3 BR $2.13 $3,999 $3,280 (21.92%) $2,001 (99.83%)
4+ BR $2.98 $5,998 $5,000 (19.95%) $3,397 (76.54%)

Historical Rents in South Lamar, Austin, TX

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Top Cities Near South Lamar

There are a total of 14 cities nearby South Lamar. The average rent in South Lamar is currently $2,000 per month. A total of 10 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that San Marcos, TX, with an average rent of $1,899, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near South Lamar, Austin, TX is Lakeway, TX. Monthly rents here are on average $2,725 per month.

Let's compare South Lamar, Austin, TX's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 16.03% more expensive. Two bedrooms in South Lamar, Austin, TX are about 15.13% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 49.42% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 14 total cities near South Lamar, Austin, TX in the following chart.
City Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Kyle, TX N/A $1,300 $1,900 $1,900
Jollyville, TX N/A N/A $1,495 $1,995
Manor, TX N/A N/A $2,000 $1,995
Lago Vista, TX N/A $1,500 $1,500 $1,995
Round Rock, TX N/A $1,224 $1,495 $1,995
Austin, TX $1,000 $1,309 $1,800 $2,100
Pflugerville, TX N/A $1,401 $1,575 $2,100
Cedar Park, TX N/A $1,355 $1,638 $2,295
Brushy Creek, TX N/A N/A $1,600 $2,354
Lakeway, TX N/A $1,850 $1,663 $2,725

Top Neighborhoods Near South Lamar

There are a total of 11 neighborhoods in or near South Lamar. Some of these neighborhoods include Hyde Park, Windsor Park, and North University. We've included all of these top 11 neighborhoods in or near South Lamar, Austin, TX in the following chart.

The average rent for these 11 neighborhoods in or near South Lamar, Austin, TX is currently around $1,675 per month. A total of 9 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only two neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $1,675. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near South Lamar, Hyde Park has the most affordable average rent at $1,225 per month. Whereas, at $3,175 average rent per month, Downtown Austin is the most expensive neighborhood in or near South Lamar. View the following chart for more information.
Neighborhood Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Hyde Park, Austin, TX $914 $1,200 $1,113 $1,225
Windsor Park, Austin, TX N/A $1,044 $1,350 $1,535
North University, Austin, TX $800 $1,295 $1,948 $1,573
Hancock, Austin, TX $1,350 $1,250 $1,658 $1,620
Brentwood, Austin, TX $800 $1,050 $1,700 $1,675
North Austin, Austin, TX $795 $950 $1,549 $1,675
West University, Austin, TX $1,100 $1,298 $1,885 $1,700
Parker Lane, Austin, TX N/A $925 $1,595 $1,888
Garrison Park, Austin, TX N/A $973 $1,535 $1,995
North Loop, Austin, TX $1,030 $1,298 $1,800 $2,200
Downtown Austin, Austin, TX $1,020 $2,598 $4,896 $3,175

Top Counties Near South Lamar

There are a total of 11 counties located by South Lamar, Austin, TX. Some of these counties include San Marcos, TX, Kyle-Buda, TX, and Cedar Creek-Red Rock, TX. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,096. 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 $1,725. Vice versa, with an average rent of $3,100, Southwest Travis, TX is the most expensive county by South Lamar, Austin, TX.

In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in South Lamar, Austin, TX is 16.03% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in South Lamar, Austin, TX is 8.50% more expensive than other counties nearby. We've listed the top 10 counties in the chart below.
County Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
San Marcos, TX N/A $999 $1,499 $1,950
Kyle-Buda, TX N/A $1,498 $2,375 $1,975
Cedar Creek-Red Rock, TX N/A N/A $1,575 $2,038
Austin, TX $1,000 $1,303 $1,810 $2,095
Northeast Travis, TX N/A $1,299 $1,775 $2,098
Round Rock-Georgetown, TX N/A $1,225 $1,525 $2,100
Cedar Park-Liberty Hill, TX N/A $1,369 $1,752 $2,200
Northwest Travis, TX N/A $1,323 $1,725 $2,600
Dripping Springs-Wimberley, TX N/A N/A $1,795 $2,725
Southwest Travis, TX N/A $1,613 $1,785 $3,100

Top Zipcodes Near South Lamar

There are a total of 18 zipcodes in or near South Lamar, Austin, TX. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,099. A total of 10 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 $1,650 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $2,995 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 South Lamar, Austin, TX is $1,164 per month. Or in other words, $2 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,634 per month. Which comes out to $2 per sqft. The following chart includes the top 10 zipcodes in South Lamar, Austin, TX. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.
Zipcode Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
78704, Austin, TX $952 $1,500 $2,200 $2,500
78745, Austin, TX $873 $1,500 $1,650 $1,983
78741, Austin, TX $900 $1,065 $1,800 $2,200
78702, Austin, TX $1,528 $1,825 $2,400 $2,575
78744, Austin, TX N/A $1,182 $1,600 $2,275
78748, Austin, TX N/A N/A $1,650 $2,175
78731, Austin, TX N/A $1,225 $1,935 $2,995
78752, Austin, TX N/A $1,195 $1,618 $1,850
78758, Austin, TX $795 $950 $1,595 $1,650
78759, Austin, TX N/A $1,447 $1,450 $1,995

Frequently Asked Questions - South Lamar Average Rents

What is the average rent price in South Lamar, Austin, TX?
The average monthly rental price for South Lamar, Austin, TX apartments for rent is approximately $2,100. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.
Do South Lamar, 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 South Lamar, Austin, TX.
How much is a studio apartment in South Lamar, 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 1 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in South Lamar.
How much is a one bedroom apartment in South Lamar, Austin, TX?
The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,503 and an average price per square feet of $2.52. There are a total of 8 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in South Lamar.
How much is a two bedroom apartment in South Lamar, Austin, TX?
The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $1,900 and an average price per square feet of $1.93. There are a total of 26 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in South Lamar.
How have rent prices in South Lamar, Austin, TX changed this year?
Rent prices for rentals in South Lamar, Austin, TX can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.08%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.36%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.04%, and three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.22% year-over-year.
What is a reasonable rent price in South Lamar, Austin, TX?
A reasonable rent price in South Lamar, Austin, TX is around $1,680/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.
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