
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Austin, TX from $500 (1,370 Rentals) Page 5 of 28


Bridge at Asher

Carson Crossing

ATX North

Magnolia Court Apartments

Evolve @ Arboretum

104 W North Loop Blvd

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Tramor at Hunter's Glen

9036 N Lamar Blvd, Unit 106

11700 Metric Blvd, Unit 1303

7401 N Lamar Blvd, Unit 125

12007 N Lamar Blvd, Unit 0125

600 Barwood Park, Unit 1737

2101 W Anderson Ln., Unit 327

8912 N Lamar Blvd, Unit 213

MAA East Austin

Ten Oaks

Estancia Villas

6808 S I-35 Frontage Rd

Austin Parke Apartments

12345 Lamplight Village Ave, Unit 0235

11266 Taylor Draper Ln, Unit 0811

The Oaks at Ben White

Sage Hill Apartment Homes

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Landing at Double Creek

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Twelve100

Bridge at Tech Ridge

Arrowhead Park Apartments

3517 N Hills Dr, Unit BB203

9971 Quail Blvd, Unit 0821

10610 Morado Cir, Unit 3528

Forest Park

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Villages at Turtle Rock

Still Waters at Southpark Meadows

The Arts Apts At South Austin

Eagles Landing

The Terrace at Walnut Creek

Bridge at Harris Ridge

10010 N Capital of Texas Hwy, Unit 067

114111 Research Blvd, Unit 0113

2015 Cedar Bend Dr, Unit 0329

9008 Galewood Dr, Unit 7-225

9024 Northgate Blvd, Unit 2363

1070 Mearns Meadow Blvd, Unit 124

Renaissance at North Bend

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Waterloo Flats

McKinney Falls Apartments- Income Restricted

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Los Portales de Lena Guerrero

2602 Penny Ln
Austin, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Austin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Studio Apartments | $1,285 | $635 | $5,053 |
| Austin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,467 | $500 | $10,000+ |
| Austin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,857 | $624 | $10,000+ |
| Austin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,190 | $695 | $10,000+ |
| Austin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,056 | $575 | $10,000+ |
| Austin 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,956 | $830 | $7,578 |
| Austin 6 Bedroom Apartments | $2,121 | $814 | $10,000+ |
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Austin, TX Area Reviews
Raul • 4+ years in Austin
March 17, 2026Perfect for families and Texas residents looking for safe neighborhoods with a strong culture and community feel.
Steve • 4+ years in Austin
April 3, 2025Alright, so Austin, man. Steve here, early 30s, and let me tell you, this place is alive. If you're into killer food – and I mean, everything from legit BBQ to some seriously inventive fusion spots – and a nightlife scene that just doesn't quit, you'll fit right in.
Mary • 1+ years in Austin
April 3, 2025I like the northside of town best. But Downtown is fun. Lots of outdoor stuff to do
Kevin • 4+ years in Austin
March 25, 2025Happy, vibrant, busy, lots of traffic, great restaurants. Liberal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Austin Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Austin?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Austin is under $637.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Austin?
The cheapest apartment in Austin is Ventura North which is listed at $500, while the average apartment in Austin costs $4,707.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Austin?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 20,437 regular apartments in Austin that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Austin?
Cheap apartments in Austin have an average cost of $618 which is $4,089 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Austin.
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