
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Austin, TX from $500 with Washer/Dryer (1,215 Rentals) Page 12 of 25
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Aura High Pointe

Bell South Shore

Zilker Place

The Everett

Ivy Heights

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Bluestem at Loyola

Tramor At The Quest

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Avana SoCo

Fifteen15 South Lamar Apartments

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Lenox Park

Franklin Park

The Timbers

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Prose Decker Lake

Callista Hill Country Apartments

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Tacara Steiner Ranch

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11600 Spirit Dr, Unit SI FL1-ID354

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Rivette Tower

Sabina

Marquis at Great Hills

Talavera Lofts

Bexley SoCo

Estates at East Riverside

Cedar Heights

Canyon Resort at Great Hills Apartments

The Chelsea

The Copeland

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Perch

Alister Oak Hill

E6

The Post at Parmer

Ariza 290 West

10400 Research Blvd, Unit 219

Room in Apartment on Riverside Farms Rd

Revolve ATX

Barton Creek Landing

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Lirica

Midtown Highline

Atlas Eastside

905 Airoso Cove

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The Amber

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The Banks of Springdale

The Wyatt

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1501 W Howard Ln, Unit SI FL1-ID359

8615 Rockwood Ln, Unit 314

Affinity at Wells Branch 55+

MAA Barton Skyway

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Alexan Garza Ranch

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Everleigh Lakeline 60+ Active Adult Apartment Homes

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6000 Shepherd Mountain Cove, Unit 1309
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 | $1,281 | $567 | $5,053 |
| Austin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,466 | $500 | $10,000+ |
| Austin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,861 | $624 | $10,000+ |
| Austin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,216 | $695 | $10,000+ |
| Austin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,117 | $575 | $10,000+ |
| Austin 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,560 | $845 | $10,000+ |
| Austin 6 Bedroom Apartments | $2,619 | $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 $611.
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 $1,560.
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 23,521 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 $601 which is $959 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Austin.
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