78040 rental market

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Last updated August 20, 2025

Rental market summary

The average rent for 2 bedroom properties in 78040 is $1,000.

Average rent

$1,000

Month-over-month change

+$25

Year-over-year change

-$50

Available rentals

12

Source: Zillow Rentals data

Rental price range

The price range for 2 bedroom properties is $750 to $1,100.

Rent frequencies
Rent priceNumber of rental properties
$7001
$8004
$9003
$1,0006
$1,100+3

Average rent price over time

In the last year, rent has decreased by $50 compared to the previous year.

Average rent price over time
Last year (2024)This year (2025)
Jan$1,000$750
Feb$900$750
Mar$856$1,050
Apr$920$1,000
May$950$1,050
Jun$820$1,000
Jul$1,150$1,000
Aug$1,050$975
Sep$1,050No data
Oct$850No data
Nov$1,095No data
Dec$750No data

Market temperature

The 78040 rental market temperature is HOT. Market temperature is based on changes in renter demand compared to the national average. For example, a hot market has increasing demand.

hot

Temperature is based on all bedrooms and all property types.

Compare average rent in markets

Rent in 78040 is 47% lower than the national average.

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Frequently asked questions

1. What is the average rent in 78040?

The average rent in 78040 is $900.

2. How much does it cost to rent a house in 78040?

Houses in 78040 rent between $700 - $1,100 with an average rent of $900.

3. How has the rent in 78040 changed in the last year?

In the last year, the rent in 78040 decreased by $150

4. How much has the rent in 78040 increased/decreased in the last month?

In the last month, the rent in 78040 decreased by $75

5. How many available rentals are there in 78040?

There are currently 15 rentals available in 78040.

6. How do rent prices in 78040 compare with the national average?

The average rent in 78040 is $900 — Infinity% higher the national average of $0.