2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Buda, TX
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Buda, Texas as of July 2026. That's +12% higher than the citywide median of $1,747 and +18% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Buda
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 2-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Buda
Compare Buda's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 2-bedroom in Texas
Most expensive cities for a 2-bedroom in Texas
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | University Park | $2,830 |
| 2 | Argyle | $2,830 |
| 3 | Flower Mound | $2,765 |
| 4 | Prosper | $2,670 |
| 5 | Little Elm | $2,630 |
| 6 | Aledo | $2,560 |
| 7 | Justin | $2,500 |
| 8 | Lakeway | $2,490 |
| 9 | Lavon | $2,470 |
| 10 | Royse City | $2,380 |
| 11 | Haslet | $2,370 |
| 12 | Celina | $2,340 |
| 13 | Grapevine | $2,300 |
| 14 | Fresno | $2,290 |
| 15 | Bellaire | $2,290 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Buda.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Buda |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kyle, TX | 5.5 mi | $1,950 | $-10 (-1%) |
| Maxwell, TX | 12.2 mi | $1,740 | $-220 (-11%) |
| San Marcos, TX | 16.3 mi | $1,540 | $-420 (-21%) |
| Del Valle, TX | 17.1 mi | $1,810 | $-150 (-8%) |
| Lockhart, TX | 18.1 mi | $1,740 | $-220 (-11%) |
| Wimberley, TX | 21.2 mi | $1,630 | $-330 (-17%) |
| Lakeway, TX | 22.1 mi | $2,490 | +$530 (+27%) |
| Dripping Springs, TX | 22.8 mi | $1,860 | $-100 (-5%) |
| Lago Vista, TX | 27.2 mi | $1,880 | $-80 (-4%) |
| Manor, TX | 28.2 mi | $1,544 | $-416 (-21%) |
| Cedar Park, TX | 29.4 mi | $2,060 | +$100 (+5%) |
| Pflugerville, TX | 30 mi | $2,070 | +$110 (+6%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Buda — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Buda?
As of July 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Buda, Texas is $1,960 per month. This is +12% higher than the citywide median of $1,747.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Buda?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $78,400 ($6,533/month gross), which works out to roughly $37.69/hour at a full-time job.
Is Buda expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Buda's 2-bedroom median of $1,960 is +18% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 66th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Buda rank for 2-bedroom rent in Texas?
Among the 262 cities in Texas with 2-bedroom data, Buda ranks #223 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Buda?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Kyle ($1,950), Maxwell ($1,740), San Marcos ($1,540).