Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rainey Street Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $1,400 (10 Rentals)

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The Quincy
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Quincy

91 Red River StAustin, TX 78701

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Waterline
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Waterline

98 Red River StAustin, TX 78701
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70 Rainey St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

70 Rainey St

70 Rainey StAustin, TX 78701
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54 Rainey St
2 Bedroom Apartments

54 Rainey St

54 Rainey StAustin, TX 78701
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44 East Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

44 East Ave

44 East AveAustin, TX 78701
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Lakeside Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lakeside Apartments

85 Trinity StAustin, TX 78701
Senior Living

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Rainey Street, Austin, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available Rainey Street Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Rainey Street area of Austin, TX is a Studio unit found at The Quincy priced from $1,465. SkyHouse Austin has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,930. Here are the most affordable Rainey Street apartments for rent in Austin, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The QuincyS2Studio,1BA$1,465
SkyHouse Austin01F1Studio,1BA$1,930
700 RiverS2Studio,1BA$3,165

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rainey Street, TX

As of October 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rainey Street area is the $7.03 price per square foot B1P Model at 700 River in the in the Town Lake neighborhood starting from $11,070. The second greatest value Rainey Street apartment is the The Lustre Model at Paseo starting at $3,765 with a $4.70 price per square foot in the Town Lake neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rainey Street apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
700 RiverB1P2BR,2.5BA$7.03
PaseoThe Lustre1BR,1BA$4.70
SkyHouse Austin11F11BR,1BA$3.45
The QuincyA1b1BR,1BA$4.08

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Rainey Street, Austin, TX

Ranked #61

Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Rainey Street Neighborhood in Austin, TX

Walk Score®

89 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

94 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

62 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rainey Street Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Rainey Street Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Rainey Street Apartment is $2,217 at The Quincy.

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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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.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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