
Cheap Furnished Apartments for Rent in Austin, TX from $400 (199 Rentals) Page 2 of 4
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11600 Spirit Dr, Unit SI FL1-ID352

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11600 Spirit Dr, Unit SI FL1-ID355

715 W Slaughter Ln, Unit 2024

1071 Clayton Ln, Unit M1323

1071 Clayton Ln, Unit M1620

1071 Clayton Ln, Unit M0505

1071 Clayton Ln, Unit M1424

1900 Airport Commerce Dr, Unit 1120

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Retreat at Barton Creek
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7500 I-35, Unit 828

Sentral East Austin

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5005 E Parmer Ln, Unit SI FL1-ID260

Gables at the Terrace

Sabina

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5005 E Parmer Ln, Unit SI FL1-ID258

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1501 W Howard Ln, Unit SI FL1-ID359

810 W St Johns Ave, Unit 1163

Plaza Sonora

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Hillside on Cannon
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7500 I-35, Unit 546

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1501 W Howard Ln, Unit PL FL2-ID357

Marquis at Treetops

6500 Champion Grandview Way, Unit 27109

6500 Champion Grandview Way, Unit 7203

6500 Champion Grandview Way, Unit 34301

6311 S 1st St, Unit 432

6500 Champion Grandview Way, Unit 28305

6500 Champion Grandview Way, Unit 34307

13301 Dessau Rd, Unit 9201
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13301 Dessau Rd, Unit 10308

13301 Dessau Rd, Unit 3201

1900 Airport Commerce Dr, Unit 2219

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Trailhead

AMLI Covered Bridge

Marquis at Ladera Vista

Eastwood Apartments

13301 Dessau Rd, Unit 3106

10101 W Parmer Ln, Unit 722

10101 W Parmer Ln, Unit 921
Keep Austin Affordable: A Renter's Guide to the Best Suburbs Around the City
Round Rock, Buda, Cedar Park, and more — Austin's surrounding metros offer incredible value for renters. Our local expert compares the best surrounding cities so you can find more space, lower rent, and a great quality of life just minutes from the city.

1900 Airport Commerce Dr, Unit 1112

1900 Airport Commerce Dr, Unit 2107

1900 Airport Commerce Dr, Unit 2113

1900 Airport Commerce Dr, Unit 2123

1900 Airport Commerce Dr, Unit 2208

1900 Airport Commerce Dr, Unit 3309

715 W Slaughter Ln, Unit 02-1235

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1717 Toomey Rd, Unit SI FL1-ID331

810 W St Johns Ave, Unit 1253

7601 Rialto Blvd, Unit 1822
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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 | $1,284 | $627 | $5,053 |
| Austin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,465 | $500 | $10,000+ |
| Austin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,854 | $624 | $10,000+ |
| Austin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,181 | $685 | $10,000+ |
| Austin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,031 | $575 | $10,000+ |
| Austin 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,946 | $830 | $7,347 |
| Austin 6 Bedroom Apartments | $2,107 | $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 $641.
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 $4,212.
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 19,650 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 $573 which is $3,639 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Austin.
Expert Rental Resources
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Austin, TX
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Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Austin
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For many people the College years are some of the best years of your life. And you can certainly make the most of those years by finding the perfect place around your campus to call home.

Beyond "Keep Austin Weird": Your Insider's Ultimate Guide to Renting and Living in Austin, Texas
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Work-Life Balance in Austin: Find Your Perfect Apartment Near Top Employers
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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
Written by: Robin Stewart
There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.