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Villas at Shadow Oaks

Furnished Studio-Austin - Round Rock - South

Chateau Avalon of Austin

The Wayman

Milan

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Landing at Double Creek

The Sidney

Promesa

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Villas at Stone Oak Ranch
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Bexley at Tech Ridge

Gallery at The Domain

Bell Southpark

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Hardrock Canyon

Bexley 3FIVE

Four Park Place

Onion Creek Luxury Apartments

Allandale Flats

The Grove

The Arnold
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Bell Four Points

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Sycamore Springs

Markham At Lakeline

Bridge at Soco Crossing

Bexley at Whitestone

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Toscana

Ellwood at Lake Travis

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Argosy at Crestview

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Trillium Terrace

The Arts Apts At South Austin
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Residences at the Domain

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Cortland Southpark Terraces

Arboretum Oaks

The Mont

The Nelson

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10001 N Capital of Texas Hwy, Unit SI FL2-ID245

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10001 N Capital of Texas Hwy, Unit SI FL2-ID243

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Tree

Valley View Apartments

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10001 N Capital of Texas Hwy, Unit SI FL1-ID251
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1230 E 38th 1/2 St, Unit SI FL1-ID305

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1230 E 38th 1/2 St, Unit SI FL1-ID279

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10001 N Capital of Texas Hwy, Unit SI FL2-ID253

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Skyline at Barton Creek

Gibson Flats

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5005 E Parmer Ln, Unit SI FL1-ID259

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Sur512

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5005 E Parmer Ln, Unit SI FL1-ID261

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1230 E 38th 1/2 St, Unit SI FL2-ID307

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Retreat at Barton Creek
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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 | $1,343 | $565 | $5,053 |
| Austin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,478 | $566 | $10,000+ |
| Austin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,866 | $720 | $10,000+ |
| Austin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,180 | $695 | $10,000+ |
| Austin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,030 | $575 | $10,000+ |
| Austin 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,964 | $845 | $8,403 |
| Austin 6 Bedroom Apartments | $1,590 | $814 | $5,567 |
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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 $630.
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 $1,561.
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 24,462 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 $584 which is $977 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Austin.
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