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 $4,085 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $1,608, or roughly $2 per square feet.
For the apartment units and housing in December 2024, median rents have been roughly unchanged over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $41 (-3.47%) year-over-year from $1,191 to $1,150. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $42 (-3.13%) year-over-year from $1,342 to $1,300. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $9 (-0.48%) year-over-year from $1,907 to $1,898. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $558 (28.03%) year-over-year from $1,992 to $2,550. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $1,199 (50.99%) year-over-year from $2,351 to $3,550. 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 1.30% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 0.89% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 0.80% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 5.88% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 28.21% this month.
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Price / Sqft
Dec 2024 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio $3.12 $1,150 $1,191 (-3.47%) $1,228 (-6.35%)
1 BR $2.73 $1,300 $1,342 (-3.13%) $1,235 (5.25%)
2 BR $2.30 $1,898 $1,907 (-0.48%) $1,564 (21.31%)
3 BR $2.61 $2,550 $1,992 (28.03%) $2,250 (13.34%)
4+ BR $2.81 $3,550 $2,351 (50.99%) $2,800 (26.79%)

Historical Rents in West University, Austin, TX

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Top Cities Near West University

There are a total of 12 cities nearby West University. The average rent in West University is currently $2,000 per month. 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 West University, Austin, TX is Lakeway, TX. Monthly rents here are on average $2,900 per month.

Let's compare West University, Austin, TX's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 15.06% more expensive. Two bedrooms in West University, Austin, TX are about 11.47% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 23.29% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 12 total cities near West University, Austin, TX in the following chart.
City Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Kyle, TX N/A $1,348 $1,800 $1,900
Manor, TX N/A N/A $2,000 $1,995
Lago Vista, TX N/A $1,500 $1,500 $1,999
Round Rock, TX N/A N/A $1,500 $2,000
Hutto, TX N/A N/A N/A $2,000
Austin, TX $1,009 $1,300 $1,795 $2,050
Leander, TX N/A N/A $1,625 $2,125
Pflugerville, TX N/A $1,175 $1,775 $2,150
Cedar Park, TX N/A $1,325 $1,523 $2,200
Lakeway, TX N/A $1,775 $1,925 $2,900

Top Neighborhoods Near West University

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

The average rent for these 9 neighborhoods in or near West University, Austin, TX is currently around $1,750 per month. A total of 2 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only seven neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $1,750. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than West University's average rent, which is only $1,608. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near West University, Hyde Park has the most affordable average rent at $1,250 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 chart for more information.
Neighborhood Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Hyde Park, Austin, TX $900 $1,200 $975 $1,250
North University, Austin, TX $800 $1,295 $2,000 $1,600
Hancock, Austin, TX $1,400 $1,298 $1,650 $1,620
Brentwood, Austin, TX $800 $1,050 $1,725 $1,725
Windsor Park, Austin, TX N/A $1,046 $1,307 $1,750
North Austin, Austin, TX N/A $938 $1,563 $1,800
Garrison Park, Austin, TX N/A $890 $1,650 $2,100
North Loop, Austin, TX $1,053 $1,185 $1,800 $2,200
Downtown Austin, Austin, TX $1,020 $2,698 $4,339 $3,200

Top Counties Near West University

There are a total of 9 counties located by West University, 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. The county that is the most affordable is Jarrell, TX. It's average rent per month is $1,750. Vice versa, with an average rent of $3,173, Southwest Travis, TX is the most expensive county by West University, Austin, TX.

In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in West University, Austin, TX is 0.85% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in West University, Austin, TX is 4.05% more expensive 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 $1,997
Austin, TX $1,005 $1,300 $1,800 $2,000
Taylor, TX N/A $1,198 $1,550 $2,063
Northeast Travis, TX N/A $1,284 $1,659 $2,100
Round Rock-Georgetown, TX N/A $922 $1,500 $2,195
Cedar Park-Liberty Hill, TX N/A $1,349 $1,799 $2,195
Northwest Travis, TX N/A $1,290 $1,695 $2,550
Dripping Springs-Wimberley, TX N/A N/A $1,838 $2,695
Southwest Travis, TX N/A $1,625 $1,800 $3,173

Top Zipcodes Near West University

There are a total of 18 zipcodes in or near West University, Austin, TX. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,049.

The following chart 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
78702, Austin, TX $1,353 $1,725 $2,375 $2,570
78752, Austin, TX N/A $1,175 $1,695 $1,900
78704, Austin, TX $927 $1,400 $1,975 $2,373
78731, Austin, TX N/A $999 $1,873 $2,860
78741, Austin, TX $800 $995 $1,748 $1,998
78745, Austin, TX $825 $1,450 $1,638 $1,875
78758, Austin, TX N/A $1,000 $1,650 $1,700
78759, Austin, TX N/A $1,375 $1,500 $1,800
78753, Austin, TX $825 $850 $1,498 $1,750
78744, Austin, TX N/A $1,100 $1,550 $2,200

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 $1,608. 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 $3.12. There are a total of 26 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 $1,295 and an average price per square feet of $2.73. There are a total of 129 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 $1,875 and an average price per square feet of $2.30. There are a total of 161 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 -0.03%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.03%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.00%, and three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.28% 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 $1,286/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.
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