Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Northwest Austin Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $680 (371 Rentals)

Trails of Walnut Creek

The Barstow

Hedge Apartments

5101 Evans Ave

The Fielder

The Lantern Apartments
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High Oaks

Brook Meadow Village

Lowell at Mueller

620 W 51st St

4608 Bennett Ave

820 Houston St

9133 Northgate Blvd

Village Oaks
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The Ridge Apartments

MAA Balcones Woods

Longspur Crossing

Canyon Creek

Villas del Sol

Great Hills

5213 Joe Sayers Ave

9079 Jollyville Rd
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City View at Mueller

8207 Sam Rayburn Dr

Avalon Palm Apartments

Henry Heights

Channings Mark

8919 Galewood Dr

Towne Oaks II

Creek's Edge

iConic Mueller 1
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Sunset Palms

Cottages at Wells Branch

Remington House Apartments

Bexley at Anderson Mill

Mueller Flats Apartments

Villas de Sendero

SoNA

6010 N Lamar Blvd

Chase Village Apartments
Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs
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Northwest Austin, Austin, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northwest Austin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Austin Studio Apartments | $1,126 | $554 | $3,105 |
Northwest Austin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,350 | $680 | $7,456 |
| Northwest Austin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,768 | $699 | $7,000 |
| Northwest Austin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,270 | $1,325 | $10,000+ |
| Northwest Austin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,336 | $1,550 | $4,200 |
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Work-Life Balance in Austin: Find Your Perfect Apartment Near Top Employers
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Read ArticleDon'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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Read ArticleCash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting
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Read ArticleLocal 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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The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.
Pet Friendly LifestyleNorthwest Austin, Austin, TX
Ranked #3
Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northwest Austin Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Northwest Austin?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Northwest Austin is under $704.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Northwest Austin?
The cheapest apartment in Northwest Austin is Keystone which is listed at $629, while the average apartment in Northwest Austin costs $4,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Northwest 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 765 regular apartments in Northwest 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 Northwest Austin?
Cheap apartments in Northwest Austin have an average cost of $231 which is $4,269 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northwest Austin.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
Helpful Local Expert Guides

The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Austin, TX
Written by: Raul Mercado
I'm Raul, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com local expert for Austin, Texas.

Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Austin
Written by: Raul Mercado
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
Written by: Raul Mercado
Hi, I’m Raul, the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Guide for Austin. I’ve called the area home long enough to know all the shortcuts and best places to check out and am happy to share them with you today.

Work-Life Balance in Austin: Find Your Perfect Apartment Near Top Employers
Written by: Raul Mercado
Hello! I’m Raul, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com local expert for Austin, Texas. I’ve spent years exploring Austin’s neighborhoods throughout my time living in this great city in different apartments and homes.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Written by: Justin Habersaat
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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!









