Cheap Homes for Rent in Highland Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $700 (59 Rentals)

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property at 6914 Meador Ave

$925 - $2,080

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$925 - $2,080
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$925 - $2,080

1 To 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent

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6914 Meador Ave

AustinTX78752

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property at 935 La Posada Dr

$1,050 - $1,500

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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935 La Posada Dr

AustinTX78752
property at 601 Nelray

$1,100 - $1,845

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Jul 24

601 Nelray

AustinTX78751

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property at 909 Reinli St

$1,295 - $1,799

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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909 Reinli St

AustinTX78751

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property at 612 W 51st St

$1,495

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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612 W 51st St, Unit 103

612 W 51st St
AustinTX78751

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Highland, Austin, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available Highland Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Highland area of Austin, TX is a Studio unit found at Hidden Gardens priced from $700. 8207 Sam Rayburn Dr has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable Highland apartments for rent in Austin, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hidden GardensStudioStudio,1BA$700
8207 Sam Rayburn DrOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$700
Short Hills ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$775
The Preserve Central ParkA21BR,1BA$799
Mueller Flats ApartmentsTerminal1BR,1BA$799
iConic Mueller 1Mueller 1 Classic1BR,1BA$829
Sunset Palms1 Bedroom & 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$839
Centro Studio HomesCentro Studio Home - 2nd FloorStudio,1BA$849
iConic Mueller 2Mueller 2 Classic1BR,1BA$849
Highland Flats1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highland, TX

As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Highland area is the $1.46 price per square foot 4 Beds, 2 baths Model at The Timbers in the in the East Austin neighborhood starting from $1,937. The second greatest value Highland apartment is the B2 Model at Towne Oaks II starting at $1,250 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the Northwest Austin neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Highland apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Timbers4 Beds, 2 baths4BR,2BA$1.46
Towne Oaks IIB22BR,2BA$1.15
Magnolia Court ApartmentsPalisade2BR,2BA$1.50
Sunday VillageOne- Bedroom 6A1BR,1BA$1.22
Chevy Chase ApartmentsA41BR,1BA$1.29
Towne OaksA1BR,1BA$1.50
Austin Parke Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath - A1BR,1BA$1.56
iConic Mueller 1Mueller 1 Classic1BR,1BA$1.38
8207 Sam Rayburn DrOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$1.25
Mueller Flats ApartmentsTerminal1BR,1BA$1.59

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

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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.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Highland, Austin, TX

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Highland

What type of rentals are currently available in Highland?

There are currently 111 Apartments for Rent in Highland, TX with pricing that ranges from $691 to $4,750. There are also 118 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Highland ranging from $700 to $9,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Highland?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Highland ranges from $700 to $9,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,805.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Highland?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Highland range from $1,550 to $4,465, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,080 to $4,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,937.

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