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3404 American Dr

Lago VistaTX78645
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5600 Madrone

Bee CaveTX78738

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Far West Austin, Austin, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available Far West Austin Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Far West Austin area of Austin, TX is a 3 Beds unit found at Merritt Legacy priced from $907. The Conley has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,034. Here are the most affordable Far West Austin apartments for rent in Austin, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Merritt LegacyThe Bequest3BR,2BA$907
The ConleyA51BR,1BA$1,034
Hermosa Village ApartmentsA3U1BR,1BA$1,099
Camden LeanderA1A1BR,1BA$1,129
Tacara Steiner RanchA1 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,151
River JunctionA11BR,1BA$1,186
The Hudson on Lake Travis (WATERFRONT!)Isle1BR,1BA$1,200
Berkshire LakewayA11BR,1BA$1,201
Meritage at Steiner RanchA1B1BR,1BA$1,239
Paseo at Bee CaveDominion1BR,1BA$1,247

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Far West Austin, TX

As of November 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Far West Austin area is the $1.53 price per square foot C3 Model at Avalon Townhomes at Bee Cave in the in the The Vistas at Lake Travis neighborhood starting from $2,590. The second greatest value Far West Austin apartment is the The Extravaganza Model at Merritt Legacy starting at $1,700 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the The Fairways At Crystal Falls neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Far West Austin apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Avalon Townhomes at Bee CaveC33BR,2.5BA$1.53
Merritt LegacyThe Extravaganza3BR,2BA$1.22
Meritage at Steiner RanchB1A2BR,1BA$1.46
FalconheadB3P2BR,2BA$1.49
21422 Santa Carlo Ave, Unit A21422 Santa Carlo Ave2BR,2BA$1.31
The ConleyB12BR,2BA$1.45
Travis at the LakeA51BR,1BA$1.81
Hermosa Village ApartmentsA4U1BR,1BA$1.67
Villas of Mason HillsA11BR,1.5BA$1.74
Avalon Hill CountryA20-7641BR,1BA$1.78

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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

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

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Far West Austin, Austin, TX

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Far West Austin

What type of rentals are currently available in Far West Austin?

There are currently 81 Apartments for Rent in Far West Austin, TX with pricing that ranges from $764 to $12,343. There are also 543 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Far West Austin ranging from $1,000 to $40,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Far West Austin ranges from $1,000 to $40,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,822.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Far West Austin range from $907 to $5,970, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,475 to $8,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,695 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,269.

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

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