
Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Austin Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $900 (33 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Downtown Austin area of Austin.


1905 San Gabriel St

1113 E 2nd St

1800 Lavaca St, Unit A-806

1907 Pearl St

1303 E Cesar Chavez St

201 Academy Dr
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1006 Willow St

810 E 9th St

300 W 3rd St

54 Rainey St

620 S 1st St, Unit 106

603 Davis St

500 E Riverside Dr
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49 Navasota St

1202 Newning Ave

712 W 21st St

1212 Guadalupe St

2110 Rio Grande St
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800 Brazos St

807 E 14th St

505 W 7th St

904 West Ave

800 Embassy Dr, Unit 402

1208 Enfield Rd

1705 West Ave

1800 Lavaca St
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1808 Rio Grande St

1812 West Ave

44 East Ave
Downtown Austin, Austin, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Austin?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Austin 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,375 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Austin 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,177 | $2,990 | $9,000 |
Downtown Austin 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,910 | $4,400 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Austin 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,250 | $6,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 33 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Austin Neighborhood of Austin, TX.
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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1400 Rio Grande Apartments | efficiency | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
The Willows | PRELEASE NOW FOR SPRING 2026 wilA3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
Lantana Apartments | One-Bedroom One-Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Rio House Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Regency - Fabulous landmark Downtown Austin property | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath (696 sq. ft.) | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
SoCo on the Lake | 0B | Studio,1BA | $1,306 |
The Ladybird Senior Apartments - 55+ | A2.c-60% | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
The Weaver | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,455 |
Crescent | E2 | Studio,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Windsor on the Lake | B5 | 2BR,2BA | $2.31 |
AMLI Eastside | C7D | 2BR,2BA | $2.38 |
Nueces Flats | #342 | 2BR,2BA | $1.97 |
Lantana Apartments | Two-Bedroom Two-Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.06 |
The Ladybird Senior Apartments - 55+ | A1.j-80% | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
Signature 1909 | Frisco C | 2BR,2BA | $1.69 |
Rio House Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
Regency - Fabulous landmark Downtown Austin property | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath (696 sq. ft.) | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
The Beverly at Medical Center | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
The Willows | PRELEASE NOW FOR SPRING 2026 wilA1 | Studio ,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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