
Cheap Loft Style Apartments for Rent in Austin, TX from $400 (21 Rentals)
Loft Style Apartments in Austin.
Cheap Apartments in Austin.


Point South and Bridgehollow

Villas of La Costa

The Metropolis Apartments

Magnolia Court Apartments

Tramor at Oak Run
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1906 San Gabriel St

Ellie Apartments

Cottages at Wells Branch

1008 W 25th St

The Verandah

The Villas at Southport
What Exactly Is a Loft Style Apartment?
Apartments come in many varieties. Among these, the so-called ‘Loft Apartment’ usually features higher ceilings, and larger windows, and frequently includes industrial design elements.

Tramor at the Hills

The Langdon on Parmer

Marquis at Great Hills

Townhollow Apartments

Crestview Commons Apartments

2502 Leon St

Residences at The Triangle

LC Pflugerville
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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 | $1,383 | $570 | $10,000+ |
Austin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,596 | $624 | $10,000+ |
Austin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,025 | $574 | $10,000+ |
Austin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,448 | $705 | $10,000+ |
Austin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,136 | $575 | $10,000+ |
Austin 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,180 | $1,065 | $5,995 |
Austin 6 Bedroom Apartments | $4,300 | $4,300 | $4,300 |
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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?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Austin, TX Area Reviews
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 $695.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Austin?
The cheapest apartment in Austin is The Spoke which is listed at $613, while the average apartment in Austin costs $3,976.
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 29,317 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 $564 which is $3,412 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Austin.
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