Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old West Austin Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $400 (58 Rentals)

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property at 911 W 22nd St

911 W 22nd St

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property at 1008 W 25th St

1008 W 25th St

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property at 2408 Leon St

2408 Leon St

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property at 703 W 11th St

703 W 11th St

AustinTX78701
property at 1600 West Ave

1600 West Ave

AustinTX78701

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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property at 908 W 21st St

908 W 21st St

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The Worthington
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Worthington

1717 W 35th StAustin, TX 78703
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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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West Campus Flats
Studio Apartments

West Campus Flats

2102-2106 San Gabriel StAustin, TX 78705
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Pease Parkside
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pease Parkside

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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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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24 Flats
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

24 Flats

1515 Palma PlzAustin, TX 78703
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Winflo
Studio Apartments

Winflo

808 Winflo DrAustin, TX 78703
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OakTree Apartment
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

OakTree Apartment

1010 W 25th StAustin, TX 78705
Student Housing
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West 7th St Flats
Studio Apartments

West 7th St Flats

615 Upson StAustin, TX 78703
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Enfield Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Enfield Place

1610 Enfield RdAustin, TX 78703
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Enfield House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Enfield House

1708 Enfield RdAustin, 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

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

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

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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 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 $899. Here are the most affordable Old West Austin apartments for rent in Austin, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pease Parkside ApartmentsB11BR,1BA$800
San Gabriel Square Apartments1BR/1BA Renovated1BR,1BA$899
Lone Star Lofts1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,000
1400 Rio Grande ApartmentsefficiencyStudio,1BA$1,050
West Campus FlatsStudioStudio,1BA$1,150
Deep Eddy FlatsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,195
6th Street West Apartments AustinOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,195
Waterston ApartmentsUnit 1Studio,1BA$1,195
Fivetwo at HighlandE6Studio,1BA$1,250
The ShoalS1-CStudio,1BA$1,276

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old West Austin, TX

As of November 06, 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Nueces Flats#3422BR,2BA$1.97
San Remo ApartmentsC3BR,2.5BA$1.68
24 Longview4x24BR,2BA$0.49
Regency - Fabulous landmark Downtown Austin property2 Bedroom/1 Bath - Small (984 sq. ft.)2BR,1BA$1.37
Yugo Austin Corner2 Bed, 1 Bath Deluxe2BR,1BA$1.30
21 Pearl2 Bed x 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.47
Noble 25002x2 A2BR,2BA$1.62
The Halifax1X1 + Balcony1BR,1BA$2.28
Lone Star Lofts1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.81
San Gabriel Square Apartments1BR/1BA Renovated1BR,1BA$1.70

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Don'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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Local 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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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 $1,276.

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

The cheapest apartment in Old West Austin is Pease Parkside Apartments which is listed at $800, while the average apartment in Old West Austin costs $8,821.

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 27 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 $681 which is $8,140 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 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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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.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.