
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Onion Creek Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $700 (14 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Onion Creek area of Austin.


Farmhouse Apartments

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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 | $1,046 | $850 | $1,303 |
| Onion Creek 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,239 | $706 | $1,940 |
| Onion Creek 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,468 | $842 | $3,310 |
| Onion Creek 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,975 | $967 | $2,850 |
| Onion Creek 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,157 | $2,157 | $2,157 |
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There are currently 14 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 $817. Still Waters at Southpark Meadows has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable Onion Creek apartments for rent in Austin, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmhouse Apartments | A3a | 1BR,1BA | $817 |
| Still Waters at Southpark Meadows | A | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Bell Southpark | A1A-S | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
| Bridge at Three Hills | E1-Lampasas 60% (Income Restrictions Apply) | Studio,1BA | $961 |
| Bridge at Asher | Slate | 1BR,1BA | $969 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Onion Creek, TX
As of December 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Onion Creek area is the $1.16 price per square foot One Bedroom Model at River Valley in the in the Southeast Austin neighborhood starting from $1,050. The second greatest value Onion Creek apartment is the A3-Llano Model at Bridge at Three Hills starting at $1,405 with a $1.65 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 | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Bridge at Three Hills | A3-Llano | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Onion Creek Luxury Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath 934 SqFt (807 Net) | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Park South | B1 - 70% MFI (Eligibility Restrictions Apply) | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| Aspire at Onion Creek | A1 - 70% | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Bell Southpark | A1B-M | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Stonecreek Ranch | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Farmhouse Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Southpark Crossing Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Still Waters at Southpark Meadows | A | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOnion Creek, Austin, TX
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Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
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 $817, while the average apartment in Onion Creek costs $2,157.
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 75 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 $843 which is $1,314 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Onion Creek.
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