
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Arboretum Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $500 (47 Rentals)
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Village Oaks

10001 N Capital of Texas Hwy, Unit 351

10926 Jollyville Rd, Unit 1217

11316 Jollyville Rd, Unit 3003

Canyon Creek

Great Hills

MAA Balcones Woods

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Museo and Channings Mark
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11028 Jollyville Rd, Unit 20731

High Oaks

Evolve @ Arboretum

11266 Taylor Draper Ln, Unit 0811

10610 Morado Cir, Unit 3528

10010 N Capital of Texas Hwy, Unit 067

114111 Research Blvd, Unit 0113

1266 Taylor Draper Ln, Unit 211

Stonelake at the Arboretum
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11500 Jollyville Rd, Unit 1013

Arboretum Oaks

The Estate on Quarry Lake Apartment Homes

Tramor at the Arboretum

9617 Great Hills Trl, Unit 0513

Tramor at the Hills

Northland at the Arboretum

10011 Stonelake Blvd, Unit 281

10300 Jollyville Rd, Unit 2227
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Madison at the Arboretum

1266 Taylor Draper Ln, Unit 1923

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

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10001 N Capital of Texas Hwy, Unit SI FL1-ID248

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10001 N Capital of Texas Hwy, Unit SI FL2-ID252

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

Marquis at Ladera Vista

Marquis at Great Hills

Alloy
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10400 Research Blvd, Unit 219

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Hardrock Canyon

Furnished Studio-Austin - Northwest-Arboretum

The Springs Garden Homes

4503 Smooth Oak Dr

Wind River Crossing

Channings Mark

The Arbors at Tallwood

9525 N Capital of Texas Hwy
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10515 N Mopac Expy, Unit A

9100 Wildridge Dr
Arboretum, Austin, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Arboretum?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arboretum Studio Apartments | $1,372 | $1,225 | $1,529 |
| Arboretum 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,181 | $565 | $2,909 |
| Arboretum 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,554 | $1,070 | $2,635 |
| Arboretum 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,772 | $1,645 | $1,900 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 47 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Arboretum Neighborhood of Austin, TX.
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Cheapest Available Arboretum Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Arboretum area of Austin, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Keystone priced from $564. Wind River Crossing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $698. Here are the most affordable Arboretum apartments for rent in Austin, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keystone | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $564 |
| Wind River Crossing | xwrc1 | 1BR,1BA | $698 |
| Canyon Creek | Bull Creek | 1BR,1BA | $855 |
| Great Hills | The Zilker | 1BR,1BA | $860 |
| Village Oaks | Willow | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
| MAA Balcones Woods | Beaumont | 1BR,1BA | $883 |
| High Oaks | Iris | 1BR,1BA | $910 |
| Evolve @ Arboretum | A Studio | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Museo and Channings Mark | Channings Mark - A1 (Renovated) | 1BR,1BA | $1,029 |
| The Estate on Quarry Lake Apartment Homes | Aspen A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,041 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arboretum, TX
As of June 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Arboretum area is the $1.64 price per square foot B Model at The Springs Garden Homes in the in the Milwood neighborhood starting from $1,675. The second greatest value Arboretum apartment is the 2A Model at Keystone starting at $1,274 with a $1.35 price per square foot in the Milwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Arboretum apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Springs Garden Homes | B | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| Keystone | 2A | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| Tramor at the Hills | Colorado | 2BR,2BA | $1.67 |
| MAA Balcones Woods | El Paso | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| The Arbors at Tallwood | Magnolia Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Northland at the Arboretum | The Perry Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Village Oaks | Willow | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Canyon Creek | Bull Creek | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Great Hills | The Zilker | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Wind River Crossing | xwra1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Arboretum Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Arboretum?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Arboretum is at Alloy listed at $1,350.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Arboretum Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Arboretum Apartment is $564 at Keystone.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Arboretum Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Arboretum is starting from $1,095 at Canyon Creek.
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