2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Lockhart, TX
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Lockhart, Texas as of August 2026. That's +1% higher than the citywide median of $1,729 and +5% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Lockhart
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 Lockhart
Compare Lockhart'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 | Little Elm | $2,630 |
| 5 | Aledo | $2,560 |
| 6 | Justin | $2,500 |
| 7 | Lakeway | $2,490 |
| 8 | Lavon | $2,470 |
| 9 | Keller | $2,400 |
| 10 | Royse City | $2,380 |
| 11 | Haslet | $2,370 |
| 12 | Celina | $2,340 |
| 13 | Fresno | $2,290 |
| 14 | Bellaire | $2,290 |
| 15 | Leander | $2,260 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Lockhart.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Lockhart |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maxwell, TX | 9.3 mi | $1,740 | — |
| Kyle, TX | 13.7 mi | $1,950 | +$210 (+12%) |
| Buda, TX | 18.1 mi | $1,960 | +$220 (+13%) |
| Del Valle, TX | 19.7 mi | $1,810 | +$70 (+4%) |
| San Marcos, TX | 20 mi | $1,540 | $-200 (-11%) |
| Seguin, TX | 28.9 mi | $1,350 | $-390 (-22%) |
| Bastrop, TX | 29.7 mi | $1,740 | — |
| New Braunfels, TX | 33 mi | $1,665 | $-75 (-4%) |
| Manor, TX | 34 mi | $1,569 | $-171 (-10%) |
| Wimberley, TX | 34.1 mi | $1,630 | $-110 (-6%) |
| Elgin, TX | 38.9 mi | $1,740 | — |
| Pflugerville, TX | 39.6 mi | $2,070 | +$330 (+19%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Lockhart — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Lockhart?
As of August 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Lockhart, Texas is $1,740 per month. This is +1% higher than the citywide median of $1,729.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Lockhart?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $69,600 ($5,800/month gross), which works out to roughly $33.46/hour at a full-time job.
Is Lockhart expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Lockhart's 2-bedroom median of $1,740 is +5% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 54th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Lockhart rank for 2-bedroom rent in Texas?
Among the 261 cities in Texas with 2-bedroom data, Lockhart ranks #179 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Lockhart?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include San Marcos ($1,540), Seguin ($1,350), New Braunfels ($1,665).