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Spicewood

·2nd most expensive in Texas·Spicewood rents are up 5.4% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$3,274/mo
Year-over-Year
+5.4%
Month-over-Month
-2.5%
vs US Median
+$1,309
Falling (Monthly)
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Spicewood · $3,274
More expensive than 94% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
55% of income
EXPENSIVE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $3,274/mo, rent takes about 55% of the US median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$131,000/yr
US median income
$72,000/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Spicewood's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,370
1 BR
$1,480
2 BR
$1,740
3 BR
$2,230
4 BR+
$2,560
Research median
$1,740/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$39,288/yr
At $3,274/mo median
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Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.
Based on rent-price momentum (+5.4% YoY, -2.5% MoM), not inventory.
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Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Spicewood is $3,274/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,370/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,740/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,480/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,230/mo.

At 55% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), Spicewood ranks as expensive compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 5.4% over the past year.

FAQ

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Is Spicewood an affordable city for renters?

Spicewood is considered expensive for renters. At $3,274/mo, rent takes approximately 55% of the US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Spicewood significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Spicewood?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $131,000/year (~$63/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,274/mo in Spicewood.

Is rent going up or down in Spicewood?

Rent in Spicewood has increased 5.4% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Spicewood rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Spicewood is one of the pricier cities in Texas for rent, ranking #2 out of 269 tracked cities at $3,274/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Spicewood?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Spicewood ($3,274/mo): Marble Falls ($1,681/mo), Leander ($2,000/mo), Lago Vista ($2,066/mo).

How does Spicewood rent compare to the national average?

Spicewood's median rent of $3,274/mo is $1,309 (67%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Texas, it ranks #2 out of 269 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
55%
EXPENSIVE

At $3,274/mo, rent takes ~55% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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