Cheap Homes for Rent in Northwest Austin Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $400 (231 Rentals)

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property at 935 La Posada Dr

$850

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$850

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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935 La Posada Dr

AustinTX78752

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property at 2301 Ohlen Rd

$900

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2301 Ohlen Rd

AustinTX78757
property at 2301 Ohlen Rd

$900 - $1,250

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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2301 Ohlen Rd

AustinTX78757
property at 11519 Pecan Creek Pkwy

$945

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$945

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$945

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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property at 4406 Avenue C

$995

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$995

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$995

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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4406 Avenue C

AustinTX78751

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property at 1200 E 52nd St

$999 - $1,495

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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1200 E 52nd St

AustinTX78723

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property at 6910 Hart Ln

$1,095 - $1,900

1 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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6910 Hart Ln

AustinTX78731
property at 4501 Speedway

$1,100

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$1,100

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$1,100

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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4501 Speedway

AustinTX78751
property at 601 Nelray Blvd

$1,100 - $1,550

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601 Nelray Blvd

AustinTX78751

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property at 8888 Tallwood Dr

$1,160 - $1,800

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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8888 Tallwood Dr

AustinTX78759

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Northwest Austin, Austin, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available Northwest Austin Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northwest Austin area of Austin, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Waters at Willow Run priced from $540. The Palms on Lamar has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $649. Here are the most affordable Northwest Austin apartments for rent in Austin, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Waters at Willow RunA1 - One Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$540
The Palms on Lamar0X1Studio,1BA$649
Hedge ApartmentsSage - AF60Studio,1BA$665
Copperline at Village OaksS2Studio,1BA$698
Villas de SenderoEfficiencyStudio,1BA$699
Woodland HeightsA -1BR/1BA small1BR,1BA$699
Centro Studio HomesCentro Studio Home - 2nd FloorStudio,1BA$699
Ascent At NorthgateE1Studio,1BA$700
Avalon Palm ApartmentsEX1Studio,1BA$700
Keystone1B1BR,1BA$700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest Austin, TX

As of March 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northwest Austin area is the $1.20 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Windy Ridge in the in the Northwest Austin neighborhood starting from $1,495. The second greatest value Northwest Austin apartment is the Mesquite Model at Cypress Creek Lakeline Blvd starting at $1,326 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the Northwest Austin neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northwest Austin apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Windy RidgeThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.20
Cypress Creek Lakeline BlvdMesquite3BR,2BA$1.10
Towne Oaks IIB12BR,2BA$1.17
Legends LakelineA21BR,1BA$1.24
Chateau Avalon of AustinThe Chateau2BR,1BA$1.22
The WaymanA21BR,1BA$1.22
Acacia CliffsA11BR,1BA$1.09
The Olivine1B1B1BR,1BA$1.25
Sunday VillageOne- Bedroom 6A1BR,1BA$1.22
Waters at Willow RunA1 - One Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$0.77

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Northwest Austin

What type of rentals are currently available in Northwest Austin?

There are currently 783 Apartments for Rent in Northwest Austin, TX with pricing that ranges from $665 to $14,048. There are also 776 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Northwest Austin ranging from $490 to $30,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Northwest Austin ranges from $490 to $30,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,626.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Northwest Austin range from $1,299 to $14,048, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,300 to $13,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $750 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,399.

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

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Austin, TX

Written by: Raul Mercado

I'm Raul, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com local expert for Austin, Texas.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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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.