Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northwest Hills Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $600 (32 Rentals)
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The Ridge Apartments

11203 Sisquoc Formation Vw, Unit LEFT ROOM

Capital Hills

Woodstone

Peaks at Northwest Hills

5001 Bull Creek Rd

Canyon Springs
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6501 E Hill Dr

Korina at the Grove

Tramor at the Hills

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3839 Dry Creek Dr

6000-10 Shepherd Mountain Cove
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Northwest Hills, Austin, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northwest Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Hills Studio Apartments | $1,244 | $807 | $1,798 |
| Northwest Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,351 | $778 | $2,558 |
| Northwest Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,743 | $799 | $4,621 |
| Northwest Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,933 | $1,946 | $4,480 |
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There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Northwest Hills Neighborhood of Austin, TX.
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Cheapest Available Northwest Hills Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northwest Hills area of Austin, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Westdale Creek priced from $651. Westdale Pointe has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $736. Here are the most affordable Northwest Hills apartments for rent in Austin, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westdale Creek | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $651 |
| Westdale Pointe | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $736 |
| Acacia Cliffs | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $778 |
| Woodstone | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $780 |
| The Ridge Apartments | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Capital Hills | E1 | Studio,1BA | $807 |
| Bridgehead | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $859 |
| Westdale Parke | Plan A4 | 1BR,1BA | $893 |
| Bridge at Northwest Hills | 99-a1 | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Canyon Springs | Hickory | 1BR,1BA | $958 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest Hills, TX
As of November 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Northwest Hills area is the $1.65 price per square foot Bois D`Arc Model at Canyon Springs in the in the Northwest Austin neighborhood starting from $2,185. The second greatest value Northwest Hills apartment is the Traditional 2x2 1052-1172 SF Model at MAA Park Mesa starting at $2,040 with a $1.74 price per square foot in the Northwest Austin neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northwest Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canyon Springs | Bois D`Arc | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.65 |
| MAA Park Mesa | Traditional 2x2 1052-1172 SF | 2BR,2BA | $1.74 |
| 10x Living at Grandview | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| Acacia Cliffs | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Cortland River Place | River Place | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Woodstone | A3-U | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Bridgehead | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Capital Hills | E1 | Studio ,1BA | $1.59 |
| Westdale Pointe | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Westdale Creek | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleNorthwest Hills, Austin, TX
Ranked #165
Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Northwest Hills Neighborhood in Austin, TX
Walk Score®
64 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
54 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
36 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northwest Hills Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Northwest Hills?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Northwest Hills is under $958.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Northwest Hills?
The cheapest apartment in Northwest Hills is Westdale Creek which is listed at $651, while the average apartment in Northwest Hills costs $2,488.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Northwest Hills?
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 80 regular apartments in Northwest Hills 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 Hills?
Cheap apartments in Northwest Hills have an average cost of $219 which is $2,269 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northwest Hills.
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