Apartments for Rent in Austin, TX Under $1,500 (1,635 Rentals)

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8616 Putnam Dr
$1,500
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8616 Putnam Dr

8616 Putnam DrAustin, TX 78757
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Alexan Riverside
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$1,491 - $3,031
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Alexan Riverside

1400 Royal Crest DrAustin, TX 78741
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The Bouldin
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$1,480 - $4,910
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The Bouldin

1401 S LamarAustin, TX 78704
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Trailhead
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$1,469 - $4,221
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Trailhead

1120 Shady LnAustin, TX 78721
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The Maris
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$1,460 - $4,091
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The Maris

10520 Lakeline Mall DrAustin, TX 78717
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Hardrock Canyon
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$1,452 - $2,604
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Hardrock Canyon

10300 Jollyville RdAustin, TX 78759
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Lenox 7th
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$1,449 - $2,882
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Lenox 7th

4910 E 7th StAustin, TX 78702
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Alexan Garza Ranch
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$1,445 - $3,463
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Alexan Garza Ranch

4009 Sabio DrAustin, TX 78749
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Solomon
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$1,443 - $4,725
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Solomon

1414 E 51st StAustin, TX 78723
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Union on San Antonio
$1,440 - $1,980
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Union on San Antonio

2011 San Antonio StAustin, TX 78705
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Alexan Rivercrest
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$1,436 - $3,621
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Alexan Rivercrest

1301 Parker LnAustin, TX 78741
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Cadena at the Falls
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$1,432 - $2,957
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Cadena at the Falls

5200 McKinney Falls PkyAustin, TX 78744
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The Met
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$1,426 - $3,028
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The Met

10101 Metropolitan DrAustin, TX 78758
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Odell
$1,416 - $2,911
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Odell

7301 N Lamar BlvdAustin, TX 78752
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Union on 24th
$1,415 - $2,260
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Union on 24th

701 W 24th StAustin, TX 78705
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The Albright
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$1,409 - $3,198
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The Albright

8528 Burnet RdAustin, TX 78757
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Austin, TX Area Reviews

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Raul • 4+ years in Austin

March 17, 2026

Perfect for families and Texas residents looking for safe neighborhoods with a strong culture and community feel.

Steve • 4+ years in Austin

April 3, 2025

Alright, 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, 2025

I like the northside of town best. But Downtown is fun. Lots of outdoor stuff to do

Kevin • 4+ years in Austin

March 25, 2025

Happy, vibrant, busy, lots of traffic, great restaurants. Liberal.

Frequently Asked Questions about Austin

How much are Studio apartments in Austin?

There are currently 888 Studio Apartments in Austin with rent ranges from $629 to $5,227 with an average price of $1,271.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Austin Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Austin ranges from $500 to $18,509 with an average monthly rent of $1,459.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Austin cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Austin range from $624 to $17,696. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,859.

How expensive are Austin Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 865 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Austin on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $604 to $36,676 - averaging $2,238 for the location.

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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.

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