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1230 E 38th 1/2 St, Unit SI FL1-ID305

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10001 N Capital of Texas Hwy, Unit SI FL1-ID251

1410 W N Loop Blvd

3428 Willowrun Dr

3408 Northland Dr

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5310 George St, Unit B

4609 E 12th St

The Mont

SoCo on the Lake

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Retreat at Barton Creek

11908 Anderson Mill Rd

Madison at the Arboretum

The Markson Austin

The Monroe Apartments

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Platform

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The Zoey

Lookout

Ella Parkside

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Sur512

Townhollow Apartments

2707 Windswept Cove

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Spectra Parks

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Highlands Hill Country

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Wixby House

Elina

NoA on McNeil Townhomes + Flats

Travis at the Lake

Bridge at Balcones

Gibson Flats

Southwest Trails

Hangar at Bergstrom

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10001 N Capital of Texas Hwy, Unit SI FL1-ID241

MAA Western Oaks

1266 Taylor Draper Ln, Unit 1923

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Cortland Southpark Terraces

Deep Eddy Flats

10507 Mellow Ln

Broadstone North ATX

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Hardrock Canyon

MLK Highline

Valley View Apartments

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1230 E 38th 1/2 St, Unit SI FL1-ID278

Diplomat Apartments

Lantana Apartments

CrestHaus Apartments, LLC

Oak Creek Village

Cedar Street Flats

3201 Duval Rd, Unit 10-1036

10811 Lanshire Dr
Austin, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Austin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Austin Studio Apartments | $1,281 | $567 | $5,053 |
| Cheap Austin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,467 | $500 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Austin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,858 | $624 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Austin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,221 | $695 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Austin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,123 | $575 | $10,000+ |
| Austin 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,476 | $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 $606.
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 $1,554.
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 23,755 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 $592 which is $962 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Austin.
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