
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Onion Creek Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $884 (25 Rentals)
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Onion Creek, Austin, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Onion Creek?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Onion Creek Studio Apartments | $1,300 | $1,007 | $1,776 |
| Onion Creek 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,297 | $936 | $2,970 |
| Onion Creek 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,832 | $1,045 | $4,770 |
| Onion Creek 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,959 | $1,245 | $2,617 |
| Onion Creek 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,645 | $1,645 | $1,645 |
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There are currently 25 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Onion Creek Neighborhood of Austin, TX.
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Cheapest Available Onion Creek Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Onion Creek area of Austin, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Farmhouse Apartments priced from $884. Bridge at Asher has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $936. Here are the most affordable Onion Creek apartments for rent in Austin, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmhouse Apartments | A1b | 1BR,1BA | $884 |
| Bridge at Asher | Slate | 1BR,1BA | $936 |
| Still Waters at Southpark Meadows | A | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| River Valley | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $970 |
| Bridge at Three Hills | E1-Lampasas 60% (Income Restrictions Apply) | Studio,1BA | $1,007 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Onion Creek, TX
As of August 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Onion Creek area is the $1.11 price per square foot Four Bedroom Model at River Valley in the in the Southeast Austin neighborhood starting from $1,645. The second greatest value Onion Creek apartment is the B3 Model at Stonecreek Ranch starting at $1,599 with a $1.49 price per square foot in the Southeast Austin neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Onion Creek apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Valley | Four Bedroom | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.11 |
| Stonecreek Ranch | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| Aspire at Onion Creek | A1 - 70% - A1 - 70% | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Cortland Southpark Terraces | Austin | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Farmhouse Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Southpark Crossing Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Bridge at Three Hills | E1-Lampasas 60% (Income Restrictions Apply) | Studio ,1BA | $1.71 |
| Bell Southpark | A1A-S | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Still Waters at Southpark Meadows | A | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Bridge at Asher | Slate | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Onion Creek Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Onion Creek?
The cheapest apartment in Onion Creek is Farmhouse Apartments which is listed at $884, while the average apartment in Onion Creek costs $1,400.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Onion Creek?
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 13 regular apartments in Onion Creek 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 Onion Creek?
Cheap apartments in Onion Creek have an average cost of $242 which is $1,158 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Onion Creek.
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