
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Barton Springs Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $430 (61 Rentals)
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Cloisters West

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Lamar Union

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Fifteen15 South Lamar Apartments

The Shoal

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1501 W 9th St

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Muse at SoCo

1904 Anita Dr, Unit A

300 Bowie St, Unit 2904
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Seven

811 W Annie St, Unit #A

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1111 W 10th St
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The Willows

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Park Place

Pathways at Goodrich Place

XThe Chateau

1302 Hollow Creek Dr

900 S Lamar Blvd

1900 Barton Springs Rd

1510 W 6th St
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Barton Springs, Austin, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Barton Springs?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barton Springs Studio Apartments | $1,720 | $880 | $5,053 |
| Barton Springs 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,612 | $659 | $5,725 |
| Barton Springs 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,853 | $785 | $10,000+ |
| Barton Springs 3 Bedroom Apartments | $10,651 | $3,734 | $10,000+ |
| Barton Springs 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,059 | $2,012 | $2,106 |
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Cheapest Available Barton Springs Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Barton Springs area of Austin, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Lamar Square Apartments priced from $659. Cloisters West has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Barton Springs apartments for rent in Austin, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamar Square Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $659 |
| Cloisters West | Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Barton Ridge Apartments | Shady Grove | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
| Timbercreek Apartments | E1 Affordable | Studio,1BA | $1,052 |
| 6th Street West Apartments Austin | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Bouldin Creek Apartments | bouA3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Lamar Union | 0D - Affordable | Studio,1BA | $1,149 |
| The Willows | wilA2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Zilker Place | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,313 |
| Fifteen15 South Lamar Apartments | S1AFF | Studio,1BA | $1,317 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Barton Springs, TX
As of August 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Barton Springs area is the $2.27 price per square foot Republic Model at 404 Rio Grande in the in the Town Lake neighborhood starting from $3,165. The second greatest value Barton Springs apartment is the #442 Model at Nueces Flats starting at $2,450 with a $1.97 price per square foot in the Central East Austin neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Barton Springs apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 404 Rio Grande | Republic | 2BR,2BA | $2.27 |
| Nueces Flats | #442 | 2BR,2BA | $1.97 |
| Regency North Apartments | 2 Bedroom/1 Bath - Small (984 sq. ft.) | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| AMLI 300 | C3a | 2BR,2BA | $2.45 |
| Pathways at Goodrich Place | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| Bouldin Creek Apartments | bouA3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| 6th Street West Apartments Austin | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Zilker Place | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| The Willows | wilA2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Lamar Square Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $2.51 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Barton Springs Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Barton Springs?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Barton Springs is at Lamar Square Apartments listed at $880.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Barton Springs Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Barton Springs Apartment is $659 at Lamar Square Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Barton Springs Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Barton Springs is starting from $785 at Lamar Square Apartments.
What is the most affordable Barton Springs Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Barton Springs Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Muse at SoCo and starts from $3,734.
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