Cheap Homes for Rent in the Southwest Austin Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $1,200 (40 Rentals)

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$1,995

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$1,995

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property at 821 Lone Peak Wy

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821 Lone Peak Wy

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Cheapest Available Southwest Austin Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Austin area of Austin, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at View at Belterra priced from $1,050. Ocotillo Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,103. Here are the most affordable Southwest Austin apartments for rent in Austin, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
View at BelterraA11BR,1BA$1,050
Ocotillo ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$1,103
Anthem at Ledge StoneAsh1BR,1BA$1,114
Yaupon by WindsorA11BR,1BA$1,138
Panorama VillasA11BR,1BA$1,150
LookoutA11BR,1BA$1,219
Southwest TrailsB22BR,2BA$1,235
Valley View Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1,249
Estates at Bee CaveA11BR,1BA$1,275
Alister Oak HillA01p1BR,1BA$1,347

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Austin, TX

As of August 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest Austin area is the $1.32 price per square foot C1 Model at Callista Hill Country Apartments in the in the Covered Bridge neighborhood starting from $1,726. The second greatest value Southwest Austin apartment is the Yaupon Model at Belterra Springs starting at $1,995 with a $1.64 price per square foot in the Highpointe Premier neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Austin apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Callista Hill Country ApartmentsC13BR,2BA$1.32
Belterra SpringsYaupon3BR,2BA$1.64
Palo VerdeTwo Bedroom B2C2BR,2BA$1.40
The Ridge at HeadwatersB22BR,2BA$1.56
Southwest TrailsB12BR,2BA$1.22
Alister Oak HillA01 Renovated1BR,1BA$1.55
Valley View Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1.60
Ocotillo ApartmentsA2b Alt1BR,1BA$1.69
Estates at Bee CaveA11BR,1BA$1.79
Panorama VillasA11BR,1BA$1.63

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Southwest Austin

What type of rentals are currently available in Southwest Austin?

There are currently 65 Apartments for Rent in Southwest Austin, TX with pricing that ranges from $1,024 to $7,762. There are also 182 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southwest Austin ranging from $1,225 to $21,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Southwest Austin?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Southwest Austin ranges from $1,225 to $21,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,096.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Southwest Austin?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Southwest Austin range from $1,705 to $7,762, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,800 to $8,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,893.

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