
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North University Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $600 (66 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the North University area of Austin.


3113 Benelva Dr

3816 Speedway

621 W 31st St

The Carrells Apartments

Speedway 38

2711 Hemphill Park

2307 Rio Grande St

502 W 35th St
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Oasis at the Speedway

3000 Guadalupe St, Unit 208

Monticello Apartments Hyde Park

The Parker at Hyde Park

307 E 31st St

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The Kingston

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203 W 39th St, Unit 109

Fountain Terrace Apartments

706 W 34th St

3115 Helms St, Unit #106

3115 Helms St, Unit 106

2712 Whitis Ave

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Elmwood Apartments

3506 Speedway

Pepper Tree II
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Casa 39

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Greenwood Square

2803 Hemphill Park

2808 Whitis Ave

The Jocey

Studio 34

The 34 @ Helms

3000 Guadalupe St
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3303 Duval St, Unit B

3303 Duval St

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Cedar 31

3316 Guadalupe
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North University, Austin, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North University?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North University Studio Apartments | $1,520 | $875 | $2,000 |
| North University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,255 | $920 | $1,998 |
| North University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,360 | $895 | $2,200 |
| North University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,639 | $830 | $3,000 |
| North University 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,952 | $880 | $5,000 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 66 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the North University Neighborhood of Austin, TX.
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Cheapest Available North University Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the North University area of Austin, TX is a Studio unit found at Pinnacle 31 priced from $875. Casa 39 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable North University apartments for rent in Austin, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pinnacle 31 | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $875 |
| Casa 39 | 1 bedroom 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| 621 W 31st St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| 305 Flats | Studio - Central | Studio,1BA | $960 |
| The Carrells Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Speedway 38 | Lucy's | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Oasis at the Speedway | Easy Tiger | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Monticello Apartments Hyde Park | Model 1 | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
| Melroy | Model 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| The Parker at Hyde Park | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North University, TX
As of July 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the North University area is the $0.61 price per square foot D3 Model at Point North in the in the East Austin neighborhood starting from $849. The second greatest value North University apartment is the A2 Loft Model at Villas on Guadalupe starting at $1,325 with a $1.66 price per square foot in the Central East Austin neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North University apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Point North | D3 | 4BR,4BA | $0.61 |
| Villas on Guadalupe | A2 Loft | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| The Parker at Hyde Park | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| The Carrells Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Speedway 38 | Lucy's | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Oasis at the Speedway | Easy Tiger | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Melroy | Model 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| The Kingston | 1X1 + Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| 305 Flats | Studio- CEN Furnished | Studio ,1BA | $2.74 |
| 621 W 31st St | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.38 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North University Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in North University?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in North University is under $1,095.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in North University?
The cheapest apartment in North University is The Carrells Apartments which is listed at $995, while the average apartment in North University costs $1,481.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in North University?
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 28 regular apartments in North University that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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