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The Real Cost of Keeping Austin Weird: A Local Expert’s Guide to Budget Living in ATX

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Beyond "Keep Austin Weird": Your Insider's Ultimate Guide to Renting and Living in Austin, Texas

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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North Austin, Austin, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available North Austin Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Austin area of Austin, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Ventura North priced from $500. The Palms on Lamar has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $500. Here are the most affordable North Austin apartments for rent in Austin, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ventura NorthMOVE IN SPECIAL (Immediate)1BR,1BA$500
The Palms on Lamar0X1Studio,1BA$500
Alma ApartmentsCORAZON - AF60Studio,1BA$567
Hedge ApartmentsSage - AF60Studio,1BA$576
Longspur CrossingB1BR,1BA$593
Magnolia FlatsNorth-Central Austin Studio ApartmentStudio,1BA$649
Creeks Edge ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$650
BluA2Studio,1BA$671
StarburstA1 | 1 Bed | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$675
Villas del Sol400 Designer 2nd FloorStudio,1BA$695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Austin, TX

As of August 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Austin area is the $1.08 price per square foot C2 Model at Ten Oaks in the in the Lamplight Village neighborhood starting from $1,504. The second greatest value North Austin apartment is the C1 Model at Nova North Apartments starting at $1,285 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the North Austin neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Austin apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Ten OaksC23BR,2BA$1.08
Nova North ApartmentsC13BR,2BA$1.15
Towne Oaks IIB22BR,2BA$1.15
Villas de la PlazaB2BR,2BA$1.13
8907 Parkfield Dr2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.08
8909 Parkfield Drive1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$0.88
Ventura NorthBeautiful 2x1 minutes from the Domain!2BR,1BA$0.94
The Heights on Parmer1/11BR,1BA$1.19
Creeks Edge ApartmentsA31BR,1BA$1.01
Ascent NorthA11BR,1BA$1.06

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

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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

A Local Experts guide to the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods Near Colleges in the Austin, TX metro area for affordable living. Find your perfect Austin Student apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeliving.com

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about North Austin

What type of rentals are currently available in North Austin?

There are currently 367 Apartments for Rent in North Austin, TX with pricing that ranges from $500 to $13,278. There are also 565 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in North Austin ranging from $410 to $7,250.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in North Austin ranges from $410 to $7,250 with an average monthly rent of $2,028.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in North Austin range from $1,195 to $13,278, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,450 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $750 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,449.

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