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property at 201 Academy Dr

201 Academy Dr

AustinTX78704

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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property at 810 E 9th St

810 E 9th St

AustinTX78702
property at 300 W 3rd St

300 W 3rd St

AustinTX78703
property at 54 Rainey St

54 Rainey St

AustinTX78701
property at 603 Davis St

603 Davis St

AustinTX78701

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property at 800 Brazos St

800 Brazos St

AustinTX78701
property at 505 W 7th St

505 W 7th St

AustinTX78701
property at 1800 Lavaca St

1800 Lavaca St

AustinTX78701

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property at 44 East Ave

44 East Ave

AustinTX78701

Downtown Austin, Austin, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Austin Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Austin area of Austin, TX is a Studio unit found at 1400 Rio Grande Apartments priced from $1,050. The Willows has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,199. Here are the most affordable Downtown Austin apartments for rent in Austin, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1400 Rio Grande ApartmentsefficiencyStudio,1BA$1,050
The WillowsPRELEASE NOW FOR SPRING 2026 wilA31BR,1BA$1,199
Lantana ApartmentsOne-Bedroom One-Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,200
Rio House Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,200
Regency - Fabulous landmark Downtown Austin property1 Bedroom/1 Bath (696 sq. ft.)1BR,1BA$1,295
SoCo on the Lake0BStudio,1BA$1,306
The Ladybird Senior Apartments - 55+A2.c-60%1BR,1BA$1,425
The WeaverS1Studio,1BA$1,455
CrescentE2Studio,1BA$1,588

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Austin, TX

As of July 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Austin area is the $2.31 price per square foot B5 Model at Windsor on the Lake in the in the Town Lake neighborhood starting from $3,670. The second greatest value Downtown Austin apartment is the C7D Model at AMLI Eastside starting at $3,262 with a $2.38 price per square foot in the Town Lake neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Austin apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Windsor on the LakeB52BR,2BA$2.31
AMLI EastsideC7D2BR,2BA$2.38
Nueces Flats#3422BR,2BA$1.97
Lantana ApartmentsTwo-Bedroom Two-Bathroom2BR,2BA$2.06
The Ladybird Senior Apartments - 55+A1.j-80%1BR,1BA$2.30
Signature 1909Frisco C2BR,2BA$1.69
Rio House Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.87
Regency - Fabulous landmark Downtown Austin property1 Bedroom/1 Bath (696 sq. ft.)1BR,1BA$1.86
The Beverly at Medical CenterA11BR,1BA$2.49
The WillowsPRELEASE NOW FOR SPRING 2026 wilA1Studio ,1BA$2.34

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Austin

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Austin?

There are currently 202 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Austin, TX with pricing that ranges from $699 to $29,970. There are also 150 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Austin ranging from $900 to $15,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Austin?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Austin ranges from $900 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,001.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Austin?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Austin range from $1,529 to $22,360, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,990 to $9,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,010.

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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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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

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