
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cat Mountain Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $700 (42 Rentals)
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Bridge at Northwest Hills

7117 Wood Hollow Dr, Unit 0713

3543 Greystone Dr, Unit 2.0723

7201 Hart Ln, Unit 2-1075

7630 Wood Hollow Dr, Unit 152

7630 Wood Hollow Dr, Unit 135

Peaks at Northwest Hills
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The Ridge Apartments

Woodstone Apartments

8100 N Mopac Expy, Unit 10-149

8100 N Mopac Service Rd

Allandale Flats

3517 N Hills Dr, Unit BB203

6805 Wood Hollow Dr, Unit 2-142C

3600 N Hills Dr, Unit 201
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3600 Greystone Dr, Unit 0519

6500 Champion Grandview Way, Unit 34105

8210 Bent Tree Rd, Unit 256

3524 Greystone Dr, Unit 162

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10x Living at Grandview

Marquis at Caprock Canyon

MAA West Austin

6800 Austin Center Blvd, Unit 140
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Avistar At Wood Hollow

Bull Creek Apartments

8210 Bent Tree Rd

Juniper Springs Concierge Community

6000-16 Shepherd Mountain Cove

Bridgehead

6000 Shepherd Mountain Cove, Unit 1008
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Monte Vista

The Square

Pointe 360

6910 Hart Ln

8114 Sonnet Ave

6000 Shepherd Mountain Cove

3839 Dry Creek Dr

4159 Steck Ave
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Cat Mountain, Austin, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cat Mountain?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cat Mountain Studio Apartments | $1,511 | $801 | $2,364 |
| Cat Mountain 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,272 | $759 | $3,886 |
| Cat Mountain 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,955 | $837 | $4,621 |
| Cat Mountain 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,925 | $1,916 | $3,934 |
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Cheapest Available Cat Mountain Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Cat Mountain area of Austin, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Acacia Cliffs priced from $759. The Ridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $871. Here are the most affordable Cat Mountain apartments for rent in Austin, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia Cliffs | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $759 |
| The Ridge Apartments | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $871 |
| Peaks at Northwest Hills | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $874 |
| Woodstone Apartments | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $885 |
| Allandale Flats | Allandale Flats - Remodel W/ In Unit W/D | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Bridge at Northwest Hills | 99-a1 | 1BR,1BA | $940 |
| Bridgehead | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,123 |
| 10x Living at Grandview | A2A | 1BR,1BA | $1,170 |
| Marquis at Caprock Canyon | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,291 |
| MAA West Austin | Traditional 1x1 657-743 SF | 1BR,1BA | $1,409 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cat Mountain, TX
As of June 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cat Mountain area is the $1.42 price per square foot B2 Model at Peaks at Northwest Hills in the in the Northwest Austin neighborhood starting from $1,375. The second greatest value Cat Mountain apartment is the B1 Model at 10x Living at Grandview starting at $1,529 with a $1.61 price per square foot in the Northwest Austin neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cat Mountain apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peaks at Northwest Hills | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| 10x Living at Grandview | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| Acacia Cliffs | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Lavella | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| MAA West Austin | Traditional 1x1 657-743 SF | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Bridgehead | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Bridge at Northwest Hills | 99-a1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Allandale Flats | Allandale Flats - Remodel W/ In Unit W/D | Studio ,1BA | $1.63 |
| Woodstone Apartments | A1U | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| The Ridge Apartments | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cat Mountain Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cat Mountain?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cat Mountain is at Allandale Flats listed at $899.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cat Mountain Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cat Mountain Apartment is $759 at Acacia Cliffs.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cat Mountain Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cat Mountain is starting from $938 at Acacia Cliffs.
What is the most affordable Cat Mountain Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Cat Mountain Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 10x Living at Grandview and starts from $1,916.
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