
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Austin, PA from $500 (23 Rentals)
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Forest Hills Apartments

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BirchGrove of Salamanca

The McGeordan Apartments

Aspen State College

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Turtle Creek Apartments at Toftrees

Haus

Silver Maples Apartments

The Canyon

525 W Church St

35 West University

Lindsey Place
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256 Allegheny St

236 Pennsylvania Ave

255 Underwood St

87 Main St

1330 Charles St

18 Monument Orviston Rd

339 S Fairview St
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Lincoln Woods

4865 Long Run Rd
Austin, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Austin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Studio Apartments | $1,351 | $1,010 | $1,726 |
| Austin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,566 | $750 | $2,400 |
| Austin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,631 | $250 | $3,008 |
| Austin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,682 | $775 | $4,221 |
| Austin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $991 | $595 | $1,849 |
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Cheapest Available Austin Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Austin, PA is a 2 Beds unit found at Echelon State College priced from $250. Forest Hills Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $790. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Austin apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Echelon State College | Buckeye B1 (INC)- 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $250 |
| Forest Hills Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $790 |
| University Hill Townhomes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| Woodland Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Silver Maples Apartments | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,074 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Austin, PA and Nearby
As of July 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Austin area is the $0.44 price per square foot 3BR/3.5BA - Standard - Upgraded Unfurnished Model at State College Collective on Farmstead in the starting from $765. The second greatest value Austin apartment is the 3BR/3.5BR - Upgraded Furnished - B Model at State College Collective on Aaron starting at $790 with a $0.46 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Austin apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| State College Collective on Farmstead | 3BR/3.5BA - Standard - Upgraded Unfurnished | 3BR,3.5BA | $0.44 |
| State College Collective on Aaron | 3BR/3.5BR - Upgraded Furnished - B | 3BR,3.5BA | $0.46 |
| oLiv Highland | 5x4 | 5BR,4BA | $0.88 |
| State College Collective on Northbrook | 2BR/2.5BA - Furnished | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.79 |
| The Villas at Happy Valley | 3x3.5 Townhome | 3BR,3.5BA | $0.62 |
| Tremont | 4BR/2BA | 4BR,2BA | $0.55 |
| The Bryn | 3BR/2BA | 3BR,2BA | $0.78 |
| University Hill Townhomes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| The Pointe at State College | 3 Bedroom/3 Bath | 3BR,3BA | $0.90 |
| Echelon State College | Buckeye B1 (INC)- 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.37 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Austin Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Austin Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Austin Apartment is $995 at Woodland Park Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Austin Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Austin is starting from $250 at Echelon State College.
What is the most affordable Austin Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Austin Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Forest Hills Apartments and starts from $890.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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