Cost of living in New Braunfels, Texas
Key housing costs for families moving to New Braunfels from out of state.
Avg rent 1BR
$1,150/mo
Avg rent 2BR
$1,400/mo
Median home price
$280,000
Starter home
$182,500
Property tax rate
2.15%
Price per sq ft
$194
Best neighborhoods in New Braunfels — lifestyle scores
Affordability7/10
Schools7/10
Safety8/10
Walkability2/10
Transit1/10
Nightlife4/10
Outdoors9/10
Family Friendly8/10
Remote Work6/10
Low Taxes6/10
Weather6/10
Traffic8/10
Strengths & weaknesses
Guadalupe and Comal Rivers — world-class tubing and outdoor lifestyle
Canyon Lake and Hill Country — exceptional weekend recreation
Most affordable major city between Austin and San Antonio
New Braunfels ISD rated B but growing rapidly — watch school quality
Limited nightlife and urban entertainment options
125 days on market — slower market, less liquidity if reselling
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