
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the River Place Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $900 (7 Rentals)
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Promesa

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River Place, Austin, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in River Place?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Place 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,351 | $1,016 | $1,795 |
| River Place 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,696 | $975 | $3,129 |
| River Place 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,416 | $1,655 | $3,269 |
| River Place 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,696 | $2,618 | $2,803 |
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Cheapest Available River Place Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the River Place area of Austin, TX is a 2 Beds unit found at Ellwood at Lake Travis priced from $975. Promesa has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,014. Here are the most affordable River Place apartments for rent in Austin, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ellwood at Lake Travis | B1 Lake Classic | 2BR,1BA | $975 |
| Promesa | Tierra | 1BR,1BA | $1,014 |
| Bell Four Points | Decker | 1BR,1BA | $1,034 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in River Place, TX
As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the River Place area is the $1.42 price per square foot B3A Model at Meritage at Steiner Ranch in the in the Northwest Austin neighborhood starting from $1,962. The second greatest value River Place apartment is the B1 Model at Cardinal Point Apartments starting at $1,314 with a $1.29 price per square foot in the Northwest Austin neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for River Place apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meritage at Steiner Ranch | B3A | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| Cardinal Point Apartments | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| Tacara Steiner Ranch | A3 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Bridge at Steiner Ranch | 73-A1C8 | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Ellwood at Lake Travis | A3 Canyon Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Bridge at Ribelin Ranch | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Bell Four Points | Llano | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Promesa | Tierra | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Aura High Pointe | A1.0 | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap River Place Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom River Place Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom River Place Apartment is $1,014 at Promesa.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom River Place Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in River Place is starting from $975 at Ellwood at Lake Travis.
What is the most affordable River Place Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap River Place Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cardinal Point Apartments and starts from $1,480.
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