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property at 3816 Speedway

3816 Speedway

AustinTX78751

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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property at 2900 Cole St

2900 Cole St

AustinTX78705

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

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property at 2408 Leon St

2408 Leon St

AustinTX78705

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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property at 3115 Helms St

3115 Helms St

AustinTX78705
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VIP Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

VIP Apartments

101 E 33rd StAustin, TX 78705
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Warwick
1 Bedroom Apartments

Warwick

2907 West AveAustin, TX 78705
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Red River Place
1 Bedroom Apartments

Red River Place

924 Dean Keeton StAustin, TX 78712
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Austin's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Austin and the best places to live with original content written by our Austin, TX Local Expert Raul Mercado

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The Jacksonian
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Jacksonian

3812 SpeedwayAustin, TX 78751
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Austin Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Central Austin?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Central Austin is under $1,025.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central Austin?

The cheapest apartment in Central Austin is San Gabriel Square Apartments which is listed at $849, while the average apartment in Central Austin costs $14,000.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central 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 197 regular apartments in Central 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 Central Austin?

Cheap apartments in Central Austin have an average cost of $920 which is $13,080 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central Austin.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Austin, TX

Written by: Raul Mercado

I'm Raul, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com local expert for Austin, Texas.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.