Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old West Austin Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $600 (50 Rentals)

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property at 911 W 22nd St

911 W 22nd St

AustinTX78705

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property at 1008 W 25th St

1008 W 25th St

AustinTX78705
property at 1010 W 26th St

1010 W 26th St

AustinTX78705
property at 2408 Leon St

2408 Leon St

AustinTX78705

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property at 1108 Nueces St

1108 Nueces St

AustinTX78701

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property at 1605 Pease Rd

1605 Pease Rd

AustinTX78703
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910 W 25th St
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

910 W 25th St

910 W 25th StAustin, TX 78705
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Pease Parkside
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pease Parkside

1302 24th St WAustin, TX 78705
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2400 Longview St
1 Bedroom Apartments

2400 Longview St

2400 Longview StAustin, TX 78705
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Eden Roc
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Eden Roc

1204 Elm StAustin, TX 78703
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24 Flats
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

24 Flats

1515 Palma PlzAustin, TX 78703
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808 Winflo Dr
Studio Apartments

808 Winflo Dr

808 Winflo DrAustin, TX 78703

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OakTree Apartment
3 Bedroom Apartments

OakTree Apartment

1010 W 25th StAustin, TX 78705
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Enfield Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Enfield Place

1610 Enfield RdAustin, TX 78703
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West 7th St Flats
Studio Apartments

West 7th St Flats

615 Upson StAustin, TX 78703
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Lorrain
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lorrain

1401 Enfield RdAustin, TX 78703
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Park Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Place

1301 W 9th StAustin, TX 78703
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912 W 22nd St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

912 W 22nd St

912 W 22nd StAustin, TX 78705
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Royal Arms
2 Bedroom Apartments

Royal Arms

1309-1311 Norwalk LnAustin, TX 78703
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Nob Hill Homes
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Nob Hill Homes

2520 Longview StAustin, TX 78705
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The Halifax
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Halifax

807 W Lynn StAustin, TX 78703
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XThe Chateau
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

XThe Chateau

1211 W 8th StAustin, TX 78703
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Old West Austin, Austin, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available Old West Austin Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old West Austin area of Austin, TX is a Studio unit found at San Gabriel Square Apartments priced from $809. West Campus Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable Old West Austin apartments for rent in Austin, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
San Gabriel Square ApartmentsLarge EfficencyStudio,1BA$809
West Campus FlatsMini StudioStudio,1BA$995
HillTopColorado A4BR,4BA$995
Deep Eddy FlatsStudioStudio,1BA$995
1400 Rio Grande ApartmentsefficiencyStudio,1BA$1,050
6th Street West Apartments AustinOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,195
24 Flats24fEFFStudio,1BA$1,225
Lone Star Lofts1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,250
San Remo ApartmentsStudio1BR,1BA$1,450
Nob Hill HomesPRELEASE NOW FOR 2025 A11BR,1BA$1,499

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old West Austin, TX

As of June 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Old West Austin area is the $2.00 price per square foot 2307 Leon St Model at 2307 Leon St, Unit 203 in the in the Central East Austin neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Old West Austin apartment is the #342 Model at Nueces Flats starting at $2,450 with a $1.97 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2307 Leon St, Unit 2032307 Leon St4BR,3BA$2.00
Nueces Flats#3422BR,2BA$1.97
HillTopFrio C3BR,2BA$0.99
Axis West CampusArdent2BR,2BA$1.21
Enfield PlaceB12BR,2BA$1.92
Longhorn at 25Renovated2BR,1BA$2.00
Noble 25002x2 A2BR,2BA$1.87
The Halifax1X1 + Balcony1BR,1BA$2.28
Lone Star Lofts1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.26
San Gabriel Square ApartmentsLarge EfficencyStudio ,1BA$1.84

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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 a cheap apartment in Old West Austin?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Old West Austin is under $1,499.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Old West Austin?

The cheapest apartment in Old West Austin is San Gabriel Square Apartments which is listed at $849, while the average apartment in Old West Austin costs $2,881.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Old West 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 30 regular apartments in Old West 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 Old West Austin?

Cheap apartments in Old West Austin have an average cost of $608 which is $2,273 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Old West Austin.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.