Rentometer, Inc. | Data as of 10/23/2025
Gillespie County, nestled in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, blends historic charm with vibrant outdoor recreation. The countyâs crown jewel, Fredericksburg, offers a lively downtown with boutique shops, Germanâstyle breweries, and art galleries, while nearby towns such as Wimberley and Llano provide scenic river access and a slowerâpaced lifestyle. This mix of cultural attractions, awardâwinning wineries, and natural beauty makes the area a desirable destination for both shortâterm visitors and longâterm renters seeking a balanced, communityâfocused environment.
The rental market reflects the countyâs diverse housing stock, ranging from modern apartments in the town centers to spacious singleâfamily homes on larger parcels. Oneâbedroom apartments typically sit in the $1,200 range, with twoâbedroom units averaging around $1,500 and threeâbedroom apartments nearing $2,000. For those preferring a house, twoâbedroom properties hover near $2,000, threeâbedroom homes are commonly in the $2,400 range, and larger fourâplus bedroom residences often exceed $2,800. These price points align with a steady demand for both convenient, lowâmaintenance rentals and larger familyâfriendly homes that benefit from the countyâs expansive lot sizes and scenic views.
Renters are drawn to Gillespie Countyâs blend of peaceful neighborhoods, topârated schools, and easy access to outdoor activities such as hiking the Enchanted Rock State Natural Area or exploring the Pedernales River. With a supportive community atmosphere and a growing selection of rental options, the county continues to appeal to young professionals, growing families, and retirees alike, making it a robust and welcoming rental market in Central Texas.
| Property Type | Bedrooms | Average | Median | Min - Max | 25th - 75th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment | 1 Bedroom | $1,184 | $1,197 | $479 - $1,548 | $1,099 - $1,345 |
| Apartment | 2 Bedroom | $1,494 | $1,704 | $567 - $1,899 | $1,300 - $1,830 |
| Apartment | 3 Bedroom | $1,962 | $1,872 | $1,460 - $2,340 | $1,821 - $2,320 |
| House | 2 Bedroom | $1,999 | $1,995 | $1,600 - $2,300 | $1,800 - $2,300 |
| House | 3 Bedroom | $2,373 | $2,500 | $1,600 - $3,500 | $1,950 - $2,800 |
| House | 4+ Bedroom | $2,799 | $2,949 | $2,300 - $3,150 | $2,300 - $3,150 |
In the current period, the average rent in Gillespie was
$1,306 for 1 Bedroom,
$1,627 for 2 Bedroom,
$2,271 for 3 Bedroom, and
$2,800 for 4+ Bedroom.
Note: This analysis includes only bedroom types with sufficient data.
Data provided by Rentometer, Inc.