Cheap Homes for Rent in University Hills Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $800 (35 Rentals)

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9301 US-290

AustinTX78724

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AustinTX78752

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University Hills, Austin, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available University Hills Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Hills area of Austin, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Wildwood Apartments priced from $675. Sage Hill Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $775. Here are the most affordable University Hills apartments for rent in Austin, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Wildwood ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$675
Sage Hill Apartment HomesStudioStudio,1BA$775
Sangria ParkA1Studio,1BA$779
Heights at the Cameron0x1Studio,1BA$799
Tides at MuellerA11BR,1BA$799
Villas de SenderoEfficiencyStudio,1BA$825
Salado at Walnut Creek1 Bedroom / 1 Bath - 3991BR,1BA$825
Eryngo Hills1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$825
Flats At The Cameron0x1Studio,1BA$829
Ashford Costa Brava1X1A1BR,1BA$848

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Hills, TX

As of June 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Hills area is the $1.46 price per square foot 4 Beds, 2 baths Model at The Timbers in the in the East Austin neighborhood starting from $1,937. The second greatest value University Hills apartment is the I Model at Towne Oaks starting at $1,750 with a $1.41 price per square foot in the Northwest Austin neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Hills apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Timbers4 Beds, 2 baths4BR,2BA$1.46
Towne OaksI2BR,2.5BA$1.41
Azure Apartments and Townhomes (NEW OWNERS)B4 (Designer)2BR,1BA$1.50
The Jordan at MuellerOne Bedrooms1BR,1BA$1.39
Park Place at Loyola Apartments1A1BR,1BA$1.15
Eryngo Hills1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.10
Promontory Point Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.35
Ashford Costa Brava1X1B1BR,1BA$1.36
Vue at the Camerons1x11BR,1BA$1.36
Villas at MuellerA11BR,1BA$1.45

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Frequently Asked Questions about University Hills

What type of rentals are currently available in University Hills?

There are currently 129 Apartments for Rent in University Hills, TX with pricing that ranges from $775 to $6,346. There are also 147 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University Hills ranging from $800 to $5,100.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in University Hills?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in University Hills ranges from $800 to $5,100 with an average monthly rent of $2,794.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in University Hills?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in University Hills range from $1,249 to $5,208, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,500 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,990 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $850.

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