Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Austin Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $1,100 (45 Rentals)

How Many Bedrooms?Done
Select your price rangeDone
to
Note: Properties with the Total Monthly Price badge include all required fees. Hover over the badge for details.
Lifestyle Matching SearchDone
Learn more about Lifestyle Search
By AmenitiesDone
By Community TypeDone
Features and AvailabilityDone
Done

Genius Ideas and Studio Layout Tips That Maximize Every Square Inch

Transform your studio apartment layout and maximize storage. Get proven ideas from a 20-year property expert to make any small space stylish and functional.

Read Article
close
View Me
422 at the Lake
Rent Specials
$1,648 - $2,553
Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$1,768 - $2,718
Total Monthly Price
Varies
1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

422 at the Lake

422 W Riverside DrAustin, TX 78704
Affordability
  • Verified
  • Customer Reviewed
  • 3D Tour
close
View Me
AMLI Eastside
$1,691 - $3,034
Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$1,694 - $4,967
Total Monthly Price
Varies
1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

AMLI Eastside

1000-1004 San Marcos StAustin, TX 78702
Corporate Housing
  • Verified
  • Customer Reviewed
  • 3D Tour
close
View Me
Railyard
Rent Specials
$1,699 - $2,336
Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$1,657 - $3,432
Total Monthly Price
Varies
1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Railyard

201-301 E 4th St EAustin, TX 78701
Transit Friendly
  • Verified
  • Customer Reviewed
  • 3D Tour

Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Create a productive work-from-home apartment setup, even in a small space or studio. Discover layout ideas, desk solutions, and organization tips that actually work.

Read Article
close
View Me
Corazon
Rent Specials
$1,791 - $2,850
Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$1,559 - $3,065
Total Monthly Price
Varies
1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Corazon

1000 E 5th StAustin, TX 78702
Affordability
  • Verified
  • Customer Reviewed
  • 3D Tour
property at 800 Brazos St

$1,875

Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$1,875
Total Monthly Price
$1,875

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jul 1

800 Brazos St, Unit 710

800 Brazos St
AustinTX78701
property at 800 Embassy Dr

$1,993

Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$1,993 - $3,993
Total Monthly Price
$1,993 - $3,993

1 Bedroom Condos for Rent

Available Jul 30

800 Embassy Dr

AustinTX78702
close
View Me
The Willows
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Willows

600 S 1st StAustin, TX 78704
close
View Me
Lorrain
1 Bedroom Apartments

Lorrain

1401 Enfield RdAustin, TX 78703

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

Read Article
property at 1800 Lavaca St

$1,250 - $1,980

1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

1800 Lavaca St

AustinTX78701
close
View Me
The Quincy
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Quincy

91 Red River StAustin, TX 78701
close
View Me
Elle West Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

Elle West Ave

300 West AveAustin, TX 78701
property at 800 Embassy Dr

$1,795 - $3,993

1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

800 Embassy Dr

AustinTX78702

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

Read Article
close
View Me
AMLI 300
1 Bedroom Apartments

AMLI 300

300 N Lamar BlvdAustin, TX 78703
close
View Me
Avenir
1 Bedroom Apartments

Avenir

1109 N Interstate 35Austin, TX 78702
property at 507 Sabine St

$1,950 - $3,625

1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

507 Sabine St

AustinTX78701
property at 505 W 7th St

$1,995 - $2,200

1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Jul 7

505 W 7th St

AustinTX78701

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

Read Article
Showing Results 1-45, Page 1 of 1

Downtown Austin, Austin, TX Local Guide

Work-Life Balance in Austin: Find Your Perfect Apartment Near Top Employers

The Austin job market is booming, but where should you live? Discover the most affordable and charming neighborhoods that put you minutes from Dell Seton, IBM, and Dell.

Read Article
Decorative image

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

Read Article
Decorative image

Local Expert's Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Austin

A Local Experts guide to the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods Near Colleges in the Austin, TX metro area for affordable living. Find your perfect Austin Student apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeliving.com

Read Article
Decorative image

Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

Read Article
Decorative image

Quick Rent Budget Calculator

How much rent can you afford?

The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.

decorative image of people with a giant lease agreement

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Austin, Austin, TX

Ranked #56

Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

decorative image of woman handing cat to small boy

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Austin Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Austin?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Austin is under $1,397.

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

The cheapest apartment in Downtown Austin is The Lady Bird which is listed at $1,100, while the average apartment in Downtown Austin costs $8,384.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 35 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Austin?

Cheap apartments in Downtown Austin have an average cost of $601 which is $7,783 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Austin.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Helpful Local Expert Guides

decorative image for The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Austin, TX article

The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Austin, TX

Written by: Raul Mercado

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

decorative image for Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Austin article

Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Austin

Written by: Raul Mercado

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.

decorative image for Beyond "Keep Austin Weird": Your Insiders Ultimate Guide to Renting and Living in Austin, Texas article

Beyond "Keep Austin Weird": Your Insiders Ultimate Guide to Renting and Living in Austin, Texas

Written by: Raul Mercado

Hi, I’m Raul, the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Guide for Austin. I’ve called the area home long enough to know all the shortcuts and best places to check out and am happy to share them with you today.

decorative image for Work-Life Balance in Austin: Find Your Perfect Apartment Near Top Employers article

Work-Life Balance in Austin: Find Your Perfect Apartment Near Top Employers

Written by: Raul Mercado

Hello! I’m Raul, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com local expert for Austin, Texas. I’ve spent years exploring Austin’s neighborhoods throughout my time living in this great city in different apartments and homes.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

decorative image for Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It article

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

decorative image for Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention article

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

decorative image for How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide article

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

decorative image for Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move article

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.