78040 rental market

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Last updated July 2, 2026

Rental market summary

The average rent for all bedrooms and all property types in 78040 is $863.

Average rent

$863

Month-over-month change

+$13

Year-over-year change

-$112

Available rentals

12

Source: Zillow Rentals data

Rental price range

The price range for all bedrooms and all property types is $700 to $1,600.

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Rent frequencies
Rent priceNumber of rental properties
$7003
$8006
$9002
$1,0001
$1,1002
$1,2002
$1,5001
$1,600+1

Average rent price over time

In the last year, rent has decreased by $113 compared to the previous year.

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Average rent price over time
Last year (2025)This year (2026)
Jan$825$950
Feb$750$950
Mar$1,050$950
Apr$990$800
May$1,000$850
Jun$900$850
Jul$975$900
Aug$975No data
Sep$900No data
Oct$1,000No data
Nov$1,050No data
Dec$950No data

Market temperature

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

cool

Temperature is based on all bedrooms and all property types.

Compare average rent in markets

Rent in 78040 is 57% lower than the national average.

78040vs.

$863

$2,008

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Frequently asked questions

1. What is the average rent in 78040?

The average rent in 78040 is $863.

2. What is the average rent for a one-bedroom apartment in 78040?

The average rent for a one-bedroom apartment in 78040 is $825 per month.

3. What is the average rent for a two-bedroom apartment in 78040?

The average rent for a two-bedroom apartment in 78040 is $825 per month.

4. What is the average rent for a three-bedroom apartment in 78040?

The average rent for a three-bedroom apartment in 78040 is $980 per month.

5. What is the average rent for a four-bedroom apartment in 78040?

The average rent for a four-bedroom apartment in 78040 is $1,600 per month.

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

Houses in 78040 rent between $700 - $1,600 with an average rent of $863.

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

In the last year, the rent in 78040 decreased by $113

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

In the last month, the rent in 78040 increased by $13

9. How many available rentals are there in 78040?

There are currently 12 rentals available in 78040.

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

The average rent in 78040 is $863 — 57.02% lower the national average of $2,008.

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