3-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Lockhart, TX
Median asking rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Lockhart, Texas as of July 2026. That's +31% higher than the citywide median of $1,699 and +5% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130.
Income needed for a 3-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 3-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 3-bedroom in Texas
| # | City | 3-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hudson Oaks | $786 |
| 2 | Clute | $942 |
| 3 | Salado | $950 |
| 4 | Marshall | $1,125 |
| 5 | Orange | $1,194 |
| 6 | Alton | $1,210 |
| 7 | Livingston | $1,210 |
| 8 | Eagle Pass | $1,230 |
| 9 | Mabank | $1,230 |
| 10 | Navasota | $1,230 |
| 11 | Nacogdoches | $1,240 |
| 12 | Kemp | $1,242 |
| 13 | San Juan | $1,270 |
| 14 | Weslaco | $1,285 |
| 15 | Del Rio | $1,290 |
Most expensive cities for a 3-bedroom in Texas
| # | City | 3-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | University Park | $3,550 |
| 2 | Argyle | $3,550 |
| 3 | Alamo Heights | $3,501 |
| 4 | Flower Mound | $3,465 |
| 5 | Aledo | $3,390 |
| 6 | Prosper | $3,350 |
| 7 | Little Elm | $3,300 |
| 8 | Lakeway | $3,170 |
| 9 | Justin | $3,140 |
| 10 | Haslet | $3,110 |
| 11 | Lavon | $3,100 |
| 12 | Fresno | $3,050 |
| 13 | Bellaire | $3,050 |
| 14 | Grapevine | $3,040 |
| 15 | Royse City | $2,980 |
Nearby cities — 3-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 3-bedroom rents than Lockhart.
| City | Distance | 3-Bedroom rent | vs Lockhart |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maxwell, TX | 9.3 mi | $2,230 | — |
| Kyle, TX | 13.7 mi | $2,480 | +$250 (+11%) |
| Buda, TX | 18.1 mi | $2,500 | +$270 (+12%) |
| Del Valle, TX | 19.7 mi | $2,310 | +$80 (+4%) |
| San Marcos, TX | 20 mi | $1,960 | $-270 (-12%) |
| Seguin, TX | 28.9 mi | $1,710 | $-520 (-23%) |
| Bastrop, TX | 29.7 mi | $2,230 | — |
| New Braunfels, TX | 33 mi | $2,115 | $-115 (-5%) |
| Manor, TX | 34 mi | $1,969 | $-261 (-12%) |
| Wimberley, TX | 34.1 mi | $2,080 | $-150 (-7%) |
| Elgin, TX | 38.9 mi | $2,230 | — |
| Pflugerville, TX | 39.6 mi | $2,640 | +$410 (+18%) |
3-Bedroom rent in Lockhart — common questions
How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Lockhart?
As of July 2026, the median 3-bedroom apartment rent in Lockhart, Texas is $2,230 per month. This is +31% higher than the citywide median of $1,699.
What income do you need to afford a 3-bedroom in Lockhart?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $89,200 ($7,433/month gross), which works out to roughly $42.88/hour at a full-time job.
Is Lockhart expensive for a 3-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Lockhart's 3-bedroom median of $2,230 is +5% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130. It ranks in the 55th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Lockhart rank for 3-bedroom rent in Texas?
Among the 260 cities in Texas with 3-bedroom data, Lockhart ranks #181 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 3-bedroom options near Lockhart?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 3-bedroom rents include San Marcos ($1,960), Seguin ($1,710), New Braunfels ($2,115).