2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in New Braunfels, TX
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in New Braunfels, Texas as of August 2026. That's +6% higher than the citywide median of $1,566 and +1% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in New Braunfels
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 New Braunfels
Compare New Braunfels'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 New Braunfels.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs New Braunfels |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cibolo, TX | 12.3 mi | $2,250 | +$585 (+35%) |
| Schertz, TX | 15.3 mi | $1,920 | +$255 (+15%) |
| Selma, TX | 15.5 mi | $1,256 | $-409 (-25%) |
| San Marcos, TX | 15.6 mi | $1,540 | $-125 (-8%) |
| Universal City, TX | 16.9 mi | $1,460 | $-205 (-12%) |
| Canyon Lake, TX | 17.2 mi | $1,540 | $-125 (-8%) |
| Seguin, TX | 18.5 mi | $1,350 | $-315 (-19%) |
| Converse, TX | 19.8 mi | $1,820 | +$155 (+9%) |
| Saint Hedwig, TX | 20.6 mi | $1,670 | +$5 (0%) |
| Wimberley, TX | 21.3 mi | $1,630 | $-35 (-2%) |
| Bulverde, TX | 22.4 mi | $1,750 | +$85 (+5%) |
| Windcrest, TX | 22.5 mi | $1,324 | $-341 (-20%) |
2-Bedroom rent in New Braunfels — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in New Braunfels?
As of August 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in New Braunfels, Texas is $1,665 per month. This is +6% higher than the citywide median of $1,566.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in New Braunfels?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $66,600 ($5,550/month gross), which works out to roughly $32.02/hour at a full-time job.
Is New Braunfels expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
New Braunfels's 2-bedroom median of $1,665 is +1% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 50th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does New Braunfels rank for 2-bedroom rent in Texas?
Among the 261 cities in Texas with 2-bedroom data, New Braunfels ranks #164 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near New Braunfels?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Selma ($1,256), San Marcos ($1,540), Universal City ($1,460).