
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Johnston Terrace Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $500 (52 Rentals)
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Residences at Rubi

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Mesh Apartments

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Volume

The Studio at ThinkEast

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Wildcreek

High Point Village

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Villages at East Riverside

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The Aspect

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Johnston Terrace, Austin, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Johnston Terrace?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johnston Terrace Studio Apartments | $1,352 | $658 | $5,227 |
| Johnston Terrace 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,878 | $702 | $6,014 |
| Johnston Terrace 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,361 | $820 | $8,254 |
| Johnston Terrace 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,553 | $685 | $7,195 |
| Johnston Terrace 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,089 | $575 | $1,906 |
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Cheapest Available Johnston Terrace Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Johnston Terrace area of Austin, TX is a Studio unit found at Seabrook Square priced from $658. Mesh Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $699. Here are the most affordable Johnston Terrace apartments for rent in Austin, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seabrook Square | S1-30 | Studio,1BA | $658 |
| Mesh Apartments | E1-Mesh III | Studio,1BA | $699 |
| Volume | Vol 1 - Studio | Studio,1BA | $792 |
| The Studio at ThinkEast | Studio/One Bath | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| Wildcreek | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $849 |
| Lexington Hills | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $849 |
| High Point Village | One Bed / One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $859 |
| Waterloo Flats | 0A Studio | Studio,1BA | $864 |
| Los Portales de Lena Guerrero | The Elm | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Residences at Rubi | S1.50 | Studio,1BA | $925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Johnston Terrace, TX
As of July 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Johnston Terrace area is the $1.19 price per square foot C1R Model at The Aspect in the in the Oltorf-East Riverside neighborhood starting from $1,644. The second greatest value Johnston Terrace apartment is the 3 Bedroom Townhome Model at Springdale Estates Apartments starting at $1,350 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the East Austin neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Johnston Terrace apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Aspect | C1R | 3BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| Springdale Estates Apartments | 3 Bedroom Townhome | 3BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Villages at East Riverside | Three Bedroom | 3BR,3BA | $1.24 |
| Ballpark North | 3x3 UG | 3BR,3BA | $0.69 |
| Estates at East Riverside | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Manor Flats | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Lexington Hills | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| The Studio at ThinkEast | Studio/One Bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.37 |
| High Point Village | One Bed / One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Wildcreek | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleJohnston Terrace, Austin, TX
Ranked #77
Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Johnston Terrace Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Johnston Terrace?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Johnston Terrace is at Seabrook Square listed at $658.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Johnston Terrace Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Johnston Terrace Apartment is $849 at Wildcreek.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Johnston Terrace Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Johnston Terrace is starting from $839 at Seabrook Square.
What is the most affordable Johnston Terrace Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Johnston Terrace Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Libertad Austin and starts from $1,300.
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