Cheap Homes for Rent in the Far West Austin Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $900 (72 Rentals)

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property at 11006 1st St

$945

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$945

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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11006 1st St, Unit A

11006 1st St
JonestownTX78645

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property at 375 Fantail Loop

$1,665

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$1,665

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$1,665

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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375 Fantail Loop, Unit B

375 Fantail Loop
AustinTX78734

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property at 521 Cutty Trail A

$1,750

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$1,750

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3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome for Rent

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521 Cutty Trail A

LakewayTX78734

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Cheapest Available Far West Austin Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Far West Austin area of Austin, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at 22 North priced from $1,110. Merritt Legacy has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here are the most affordable Far West Austin apartments for rent in Austin, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
22 North1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,110
Merritt LegacyThe Heritage2BR,1BA$1,150
The ConleyA41BR,1BA$1,232
Berkshire LakewayA11BR,1BA$1,250
Estates at Bee CaveA11BR,1BA$1,275
Hermosa Village ApartmentsA2U1BR,1BA$1,301
Tacara Steiner RanchA1 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,328
Avalon Hill CountryA20-7641BR,1BA$1,370
Bridge at Steiner Ranch73-A1C1BR,1BA$1,399

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Far West Austin, TX

As of August 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Far West Austin area is the $0.45 price per square foot 611 Newport Dr Model at 611 Newport Dr, Unit Pat Moreno in the in the Far West Travis neighborhood starting from $800. The second greatest value Far West Austin apartment is the B3A Model at Meritage at Steiner Ranch starting at $1,953 with a $1.41 price per square foot in the Northwest Austin 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.
611 Newport Dr, Unit Pat Moreno611 Newport Dr2BR,1BA$0.45
Meritage at Steiner RanchB3A2BR,2BA$1.41
River JunctionC1-HC3BR,2BA$1.60
Vista BellaIncome-Restricted Three Bedroom, 2 Bath (50%)3BR,2BA$1.33
373 Fantail Loop, Unit B373 Fantail Loop2BR,2BA$1.45
Merritt LegacyThe Heritage2BR,1BA$1.16
Travis at the LakeA41BR,1BA$1.72
Bridge at Steiner Ranch73-A1C1BR,1BA$1.76
The ConleyA41BR,1BA$1.69
22 North1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.59

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Far West Austin, Austin, TX

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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 $800 to $7,755. There are also 433 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Far West Austin ranging from $925 to $21,500.

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 $925 to $21,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,373.

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 $1,500 to $7,755, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,595 to $8,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,550 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,563.

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