Cheap Homes for Rent in the North University Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $700 (23 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the North University area of Austin.

property at 3506 Speedway

$700 - $2,800

1 To 4 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

3506 Speedway

AustinTX78705
property at 3316 Guadalupe

$950 - $1,150

1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Jul 31

3316 Guadalupe

AustinTX78705

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property at 3206 King St

$1,000 - $1,075

1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Jul 31

3206 King St

AustinTX78705
property at 3400 Speedway

$1,050 - $1,200

1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

3400 Speedway

AustinTX78705
property at 204 E 30th St

$1,100 - $1,195

1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Aug 7

204 E 30th St

AustinTX78705
property at 2802 Nueces St

$1,195 - $1,595

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

2802 Nueces St

AustinTX78705

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property at 2714 Nueces St

$1,349 - $1,350

2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Aug 7

2714 Nueces St

AustinTX78705
property at 3506 Speedway

$1,400 - $2,200

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$1,400 - $2,200

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$1,400 - $2,200

2 To 4 Bedroom Condos for Rent

Available Aug 6

3506 Speedway

AustinTX78705

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property at 114 E 31st St

$1,300 - $1,595

1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

114 E 31st St

AustinTX78705

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. 305 Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable North University apartments for rent in Austin, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pinnacle 31EfficiencyStudio,1BA$875
305 FlatsStudio - ClassicStudio,1BA$895
Casa 391 bedroom 1 bathroom1BR,1BA$899
621 W 31st StStudioStudio,1BA$950
MelroyModel 11BR,1BA$995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North University, TX

As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the North University area is the $1.18 price per square foot B1 Model at Point North in the in the East Austin neighborhood starting from $949. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Point NorthB12BR,2BA$1.18
Villas on GuadalupeA2 Loft2BR,1BA$1.66
The Parker at Hyde Park1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.51
The Carrells Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.53
Speedway 38Lucy's1BR,1BA$1.92
Oasis at the SpeedwayEasy Tiger1BR,1BA$2.05
Pinnacle 31Furnished StudioStudio ,1BA$2.76
MelroyModel 11BR,1BA$2.37
Casa 391 bedroom 1 bathroom1BR,1BA$2.24
621 W 31st StStudioStudio ,1BA$2.38

Frequently Asked Questions about North University

What type of rentals are currently available in North University?

There are currently 136 Apartments for Rent in North University, TX with pricing that ranges from $830 to $5,000. There are also 71 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in North University ranging from $700 to $8,700.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in North University ranges from $700 to $8,700 with an average monthly rent of $3,815.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in North University range from $830 to $3,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,795 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $880.

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