
Cheap Studio Apartments for Rent in the Midtown Austin Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $667 (106 Rentals)


Avalon Palm Apartments

Hidden Gardens

Brook Meadow Village

Centro Studio Homes

919 E 46th St

Villas del Sol

4105 Speedway

Miller Square & Spanish Trails
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Ascent At Northgate

Dryfield Apartments

City View at Mueller

5307 Link Ave

Fountain Terrace Apartments

305 Flats

2601 Penny Ln, Unit 113

Travis Flats

The Joplin at Crestview Apartments
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Aldrich 51

5701 Woodrow Ave

Marq on Burnet

Hyde Park I & II

Bridge at Granada

St. Johns West

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Luca Apartments

Presidium 183

Flora
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Korina at the Grove

Allandale Flats

2800 Pearl St

Monticello Apartments Hyde Park

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The Brentwood

4704 Evans Ave

Ella Parkside

2802 Whitis Avenue

The Anderson

Ellis Highline
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Presidium Waterford

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Solomon

The Saint George

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Odell

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The Albright

Bridge at Midtown Commons

AVE Austin North Lamar

1411 Fairfield Dr

The Braxton Apartments
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Midtown Austin, Austin, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Midtown Austin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
Midtown Austin Studio Apartments | $1,259 | $667 | $2,748 |
| Midtown Austin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,461 | $600 | $5,543 |
| Midtown Austin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,937 | $823 | $6,465 |
| Midtown Austin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,613 | $830 | $4,942 |
| Midtown Austin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,229 | $880 | $5,000 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMidtown Austin, Austin, TX
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Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Midtown Austin Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Midtown Austin?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Midtown Austin is under $749.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Midtown Austin?
The cheapest apartment in Midtown Austin is The Palms on Lamar which is listed at $649, while the average apartment in Midtown Austin costs $18,995.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Midtown Austin?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 349 regular apartments in Midtown Austin that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Midtown Austin?
Cheap apartments in Midtown Austin have an average cost of $929 which is $18,066 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Midtown Austin.
Expert Rental Resources
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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Austin, TX
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Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Austin
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For many people the College years are some of the best years of your life. And you can certainly make the most of those years by finding the perfect place around your campus to call home.

Beyond "Keep Austin Weird": Your Insiders Ultimate Guide to Renting and Living in Austin, Texas
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Work-Life Balance in Austin: Find Your Perfect Apartment Near Top Employers
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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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