
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old West Austin Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $400 (47 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Old West Austin area of Austin.


Pease Parkside Apartments

1108 Nueces St

San Gabriel Square Apartments

703 W 11th St

2100 San Gabriel St

515 Shoal Creek Blvd

1906 San Gabriel St

1400 Rio Grande Apartments
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Waterston Apartments

1717 W 35th St

912 W 22 1/2 St

601 W 11th St

2108 San Gabriel St

West Campus Flats

1212 W 13th St

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6th Street West Apartments Austin
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Deep Eddy Flats

1010 W 23rd St

Fivetwo at Highland

The Shoal

1013 W 23rd St

Diplomat Apartments

2408 Leon St

1507 Pease Rd
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5th Street Commons

3902 Peterson Ave
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Old West Austin, Austin, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Old West Austin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old West Austin Studio Apartments | $1,473 | $950 | $1,929 |
| Old West Austin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,265 | $675 | $6,632 |
| Old West Austin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,931 | $975 | $7,935 |
| Old West Austin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,483 | $950 | $9,567 |
| Old West Austin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,156 | $489 | $6,000 |
| Old West Austin 5 Bedroom Apartments | $11,644 | $5,895 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 47 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Old West Austin Neighborhood of Austin, TX.
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Cheapest Available Old West Austin Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old West Austin area of Austin, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Pease Parkside Apartments priced from $800. San Gabriel Square Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $949. Here are the most affordable Old West Austin apartments for rent in Austin, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pease Parkside Apartments | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| San Gabriel Square Apartments | Large 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| 1400 Rio Grande Apartments | efficiency | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Fabulous landmark Downtown Austin property! Great downtown neighborhood! | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath (696 sq. ft.) | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Fivetwo at Highland | E6 | Studio,1BA | $1,137 |
| Deep Eddy Flats | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Lone Star Lofts | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1,275 |
| The Shoal | S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,281 |
| Enfield Place | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| 5th Street Commons | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,477 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old West Austin, TX
As of December 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Old West Austin area is the $1.97 price per square foot #342 Model at Nueces Flats in the in the Central East Austin neighborhood starting from $2,450. The second greatest value Old West Austin apartment is the C Model at San Remo Apartments starting at $1,850 with a $1.68 price per square foot in the Central East Austin neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old West Austin apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nueces Flats | #342 | 2BR,2BA | $1.97 |
| San Remo Apartments | C | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.68 |
| 24 Longview | 4x2 | 4BR,2BA | $0.49 |
| Yugo Austin Corner | 2 Bed, 1 Bath Deluxe | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Enfield Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 5BR,2BA | $1.75 |
| 21 Pearl | 2 Bed x 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Lone Star Lofts | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| Noble 2500 | 2x2 A | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| Fabulous landmark Downtown Austin property! Great downtown neighborhood! | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath (696 sq. ft.) | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| San Gabriel Square Apartments | Large 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
This website compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities across the United States including Old West Austin, Austin, and the greater Austin area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Getting Around the Old West Austin Neighborhood in Austin, TX
Walk Score®
77 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
85 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
48 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Old West Austin Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Old West Austin?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Old West Austin is at 1400 Rio Grande Apartments listed at $1,050.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Old West Austin Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Old West Austin Apartment is $800 at Pease Parkside Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Old West Austin Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Old West Austin is starting from $999 at San Gabriel Square Apartments.
What is the most affordable Old West Austin Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Old West Austin Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at San Remo Apartments and starts from $1,850.
Expert Rental Resources
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