Cayman
12900 E Loop 1604 N,
Universal City, TX 78148
1-3 Beds | $1,134 - $1,734
Rental Market Trends in Universal City, TX
Updated July 2026
The average rent in Universal City, TX is $1,004/month.
Rent in Universal City is 40% lower than the national average rent of $1,662/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.
$1,004/month
Average Rent
665 Sq Ft
Average Size
-2%
Change / Year
533
Available Apartments
Universal City rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Universal City average $816 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Universal City average $1,004 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Universal City average $1,183 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Universal City average $1,743 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
How much has average rent changed in Universal City, TX?
In the past year, rent has decreased by 2%, which averages out to $20 less per month.
Market Trends Over Time
July 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Universal City, TX
July 2026
$700 - $1,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
59%
$700 - $1,000/month
35%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
6%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
0%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Universal City?
Based on current rent prices, Universal City Park is the most affordable neighborhood in Universal City.
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Universal City?
Based on current rent prices, Universal City Park is the most expensive neighborhood in Universal City.
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Which Universal City neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhood in Universal City with the most apartments available is Universal City Park .
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Universal City, TX?
Because the average rent in Universal City is $1,004, you’ll want to make about $3,346 per month or $40,152 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Universal City, TX compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Universal City, TX to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
Studio
$816/month
$816/month
One Bedroom
$1,000/month
$1,000/month
Two Bedroom
$1,181/month
$1,181/month
Three Bedroom
$1,769/month
$1,769/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Universal City?
The average rent in Universal City is $1,004 per month, which is 39.6% lower than the national average of $1,662.
What is the average rent for a house in Universal City?
The average rent for a house in Universal City, TX is $1,738 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Universal City?
Rents in Universal City, TX are decreasing, with prices down 2.0% year-over-year and $20 less per month.
What rent range is most common in Universal City?
In Universal City, TX, 59% of apartments fall between $700 - $1,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
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 June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.