
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Austin, TX from $500 (1,361 Rentals) Page 7 of 28


The Carrells Apartments

Juniper Creek Apartments

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Ironhorse Flats

Allers Landing

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1015 Gardner Rd, Unit A

5002 Blue Spruce Cir

Bridge at Volente

River Valley

Speedway 38

Sierra Vista

The Garrison

The Nightingale at Goodnight Ranch - After 55

The James on Grand Avenue

Travis Flats

Aldrich 51

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The Loretta

8600 Research Blvd, Unit 223

3600 N Hills Dr, Unit 201

8524 Burnet Rd, Unit 112

2700 Gracy Farms Ln, Unit 3239

3201 Century Park Blvd, Unit 0934

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Homestead Oaks Apartments

Marquis Lakeline Station

Peaks @ NW Hills

2711 Hemphill Park

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High Point Preserve

Ventana Oaks Apartments

MAA Canyon Pointe

1266 Taylor Draper Ln, Unit 211

Mission James Place Apartments

Bexley at Anderson Mill

The Verandah

2015 Cedar Bend Dr, Unit 0329

2015 Cedar Bend Dr, Unit 1147

Cambrian

Austin Midtown Apartments

Sonterra Apartment Homes

3600 Greystone Dr, Unit 0519

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Stonecreek Ranch

Oasis at the Speedway

View at Belterra

11500 Jollyville Rd, Unit 1013

8926 N Lamar Blvd, Unit 05-0515

1003 Justin Ln, Unit 07-3061

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Ellwood at Lake Travis
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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