
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Parmer Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $700 (21 Rentals)
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San Paloma Apartments

The Rhett

Silver Springs

Oxford at Tech Ridge

Bridge at Tech Ridge

Mandalay Apartment Homes
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The Post at Parmer

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Austin Waters at Tech Ridge

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Parmer, Austin, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Parmer?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parmer Studio Apartments | $1,134 | $929 | $1,324 |
| Parmer 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,192 | $799 | $3,031 |
| Parmer 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,430 | $1,049 | $4,690 |
| Parmer 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,562 | $1,299 | $2,843 |
| Parmer 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,599 | $1,599 | $1,599 |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Parmer Neighborhood of Austin, TX.
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Cheapest Available Parmer Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Parmer area of Austin, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at San Paloma Apartments priced from $799. Silver Springs has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable Parmer apartments for rent in Austin, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Paloma Apartments | A The Bellini | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Silver Springs | 1 Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Oxford at Tech Ridge | The Bouldin | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| The Rhett | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Mandalay Apartment Homes | Montego SPECIAL | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Parmer, TX
As of May 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Parmer area is the $1.37 price per square foot A4 Model at Villas Tech Village in the in the Lamplight Village neighborhood starting from $1,215. The second greatest value Parmer apartment is the 1/1 Model at The Heights on Parmer starting at $915 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the North Austin neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Parmer apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villas Tech Village | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| The Heights on Parmer | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Silver Springs | 1 Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| The Rhett | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Settlers Ridge Apartments | Hays | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Oxford at Tech Ridge | The Bouldin | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Citadel at Tech Ridge | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| San Paloma Apartments | A The Bellini | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Bridge at Center Ridge | a1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Bridge at Tech Ridge | 88-a1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleParmer, Austin, TX
Ranked #55
Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Parmer Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Parmer?
The cheapest apartment in Parmer is San Paloma Apartments which is listed at $799, while the average apartment in Parmer costs $1,599.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Parmer?
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 157 regular apartments in Parmer 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 Parmer?
Cheap apartments in Parmer have an average cost of $742 which is $857 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Parmer.
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