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property at 4709 Harmon Ave

4709 Harmon Ave

AustinTX78751

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1008 W 25th St

AustinTX78705

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Austin, TX Local Guide

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Trey Huguley
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Austin, TX

Pricing Updated: 09/27/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Austin, TX area range in price from $474 to $22,510 with an overall median price of $4,457. The three Austin neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Westover Hills at $757, Elm Creek at $825, and Southgate Apartments at $835. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Austin Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Westover Hills$1,160$75733
Elm Creek$1,297$82513
Southgate Apartments$1,472$83525
North Park$1,499$84532
Sunset Valley$1,585$795204
Walnut Creek Greenbelt$1,605$80354
Arboretum$1,610$795308
Pleasant Valley$1,620$585379
Homestead$1,643$835266
Mason Ryle Highland Estates$1,643$928316

Cheapest Available Austin Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Austin, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Legends Lake Creek in the Northwest Austin neighborhood priced from $15. Paradise Oaks Apartments in the Oltorf-East Riverside neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $365. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Austin apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Legends Lake CreekA1 - Affordable1BR,1BA$15
Paradise Oaks ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$365
Hedge ApartmentsSage - AF60Studio,1BA$625
ALMA ApartmentsCORAZON - SH - 50%Studio,1BA$625
June West ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$627
Copperline at Village OaksS2Studio,1BA$643
Alara North BurnetStudioStudio,1BA$649
Red OaksSStudio,1BA$649
The Vibe ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$650
Hillside PlaceA11BR,1BA$650

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Austin, TX

As of September 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Austin area is the $0.45 price per square foot D5TH-SHARED Model at Villas on Rio in the in the Central East Austin neighborhood starting from $979. The second greatest value Austin apartment is the D1 Model at Paradise Oaks Apartments starting at $1,289 with a $0.96 price per square foot in the Oltorf-East Riverside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Austin apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Villas on RioD5TH-SHARED4BR,4BA$0.45
Paradise Oaks ApartmentsD14BR,2BA$0.96
Union on San AntonioD1 - Trinity4BR,4BA$0.83
Sterling3 bedroom 3 bathroom-C13BR,3BA$0.97
Parker Lane ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.75
24 Longview4x24BR,2BA$0.49
North 40North 40 - 2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.06
Legacy Ranch at Dessau EastPalomino1BR,1BA$0.97
8907 Parkfield Dr1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$0.93
Acacia CliffsA11BR,1BA$1.06

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Austin Overview

What’s the reason that Austin is one of the fastest-growing cities in America? Actually, there are a number of reasons, not the least of which is its warm weather. It’s also been called the live music capital of the world. While some may argue that point, one thing is certain. Austin is a city of festivals—music festivals, film festivals, and even a Brazilian Carnaval festival.

From reggae to rodeos, golf to gardening, and motorsports to malls, Austin’s cultural and artistic diversity offers something for everyone. Nature lovers enjoy the botanical gardens and the numerous parks and biking trails. Athletes enjoy rock climbing and the yearly marathon, which features live musical accompaniment from over 40 bands.

Austin offers a variety of educational options, with more than 10 institutions of higher learning.

Add walkable neighborhoods, world-class museums and a ballet company, and it’s easy to understand its soaring popularity. Besides events that attract tourists from all over the world, the city offers residents a multitude of enjoyable activities, many of which are free. Maybe the biggest reason for Austin’s popularity is its success in keeping its quality of life higher than its cost of living.

If you’re looking for an apartment in Austin, our updated prices, pictures and floorplans can help you find the perfect place to call home.

Why live in Austin, TX?

Austin is famed for being one of the most unique and quirky cities in the country, a reputation that is well-earned. The city's unofficial motto of "Keep Austin" Weird highlights the independent streak Austinites are known for throughout Texas. Currently, the city has a population of just under a million inhabitants with a metro density of just over two million. There is a lot of going in this state capital. The amount of diverse activities available is simply staggering.

Austin it seems has a little something for everyone. First, it is known as the Live Music Capital of The World due to the famous live Austin City Limits music concerts at The Moody Theater, as well as the South by Southwest festival. Along with its music, the culinary scene is lively and eclectic offering everything from BBQ to tacos and even artisanal donuts. The nightlife is lively with many bars crafting strange and fun adult beverage creations. If you're an outdoors lover, Austin offers almost three hundred days of sunshine, spend all those sunny days in its various parks, biking and hiking trails. Austin truly does have something for everyone.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Austin, TX

Ranked #3

Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Location, Location, Location!

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Getting Around Austin, TX

Walk Score®

56 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

58 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

36 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Austin, TX Area Reviews

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Steve • 4+ years in Austin

April 3, 2025

Alright, 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, 2025

I like the northside of town best. But Downtown is fun. Lots of outdoor stuff to do

Kevin • 4+ years in Austin

March 25, 2025

Happy, 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 $650.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Austin?

The cheapest apartment in Austin is Paradise Oaks Apartments which is listed at $365, while the average apartment in Austin costs $4,457.

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 33,251 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 $561 which is $3,896 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Austin.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Austin, TX

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.