Kyle

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Kyle, TX

Area Guide

Fast-growing and ideally located, just 15 minutes from Austin.

Great Location Family-Friendly Park Space History Fast-Growing

Located in Texas Hill Country, Kyle sits 21 miles southwest of Austin, combining small-town atmosphere with suburban convenience. This growing community offers diverse housing options, from apartment communities to single-family homes, with current average rents ranging from $1,271 for one-bedroom units to $2,270 for three-bedroom homes. The rental market has seen recent changes, with rates decreasing up to 10% for some unit types, making Kyle an appealing option for those seeking life outside the capital city.

Kyle's location along Interstate 35 provides easy access for commuters while offering distinctive local features like Lake Kyle and the citywide trail system, The Vybe. The Hays Consolidated Independent School District serves the area, and Texas State University is just seven miles away. Outdoor recreation opportunities include the Blanco River on the western edge of town, while the Katherine Anne Porter Literary Center preserves local history in the renowned author's childhood home. From 2000 to 2020, Kyle's population grew from 5,000 to more than 45,000 residents, reflecting its appeal while maintaining its close-knit community feel.

Rent Trends

As of January 2026, the average apartment rent in Kyle, TX is $1,161 for a studio, $1,247 for one bedroom, $1,592 for two bedrooms, and $1,908 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Kyle has decreased by -4.4% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,247/month
721 Sq Ft
House
$2,013/month
1,827 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,796/month
1,477 Sq Ft
See Rental Market Trends in Kyle, TX

Transportation

25

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

30

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Laura B Negley Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

1,007 Students

Kyle Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

597 Students

Tobias Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

683 Students

Susie Fuentes Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

650 Students

Science Hall Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

591 Students

Laura B Wallace Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

789 Students

Armando Chapa Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

668 Students

D J Red Simon Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

733 Students

Lehman High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,120 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • San Marcos Nature Center (temporarily closed - see website)
  • Wonder World Park

Commuter Rail

Military Bases

Airports

  • Austin-Bergstrom International

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.