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Lantana Apartments
1802 West AveAustin, TX 78701
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Uptown Austin Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $1,000 (4 Rentals)
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$1,200 - $1,8001 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Rio House Apartments
606 W 17th StAustin, TX 78701
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Nueces Flats
600 W 10th StAustin, TX 78701
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Regency North Apartments
601 W 11th StAustin, TX 78701
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Uptown Austin, Austin, TX Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Uptown Austin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uptown Austin Studio Apartments | $1,455 | $1,050 | $2,016 |
| Uptown Austin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,521 | $1,200 | $5,938 |
| Uptown Austin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,066 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| Uptown Austin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $10,694 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
| Uptown Austin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,537 | $1,466 | $1,611 |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown Austin, TX
As of July 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Uptown Austin area is the $11.28 price per square foot 1215 Guadalupe St Model at 1215 Guadalupe St in the in the Central East Austin neighborhood starting from $36,676. The second greatest value Uptown Austin apartment is the #442 Model at Nueces Flats starting at $2,450 with a $1.97 price per square foot in the Central East Austin neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Uptown Austin apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1215 Guadalupe St | 1215 Guadalupe St | 3BR,3BA | $11.28 |
| Nueces Flats | #442 | 2BR,2BA | $1.97 |
| Regency North Apartments | 2 Bedroom/1 Bath - Small (984 sq. ft.) | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Rio House Apartments | 2 Bedroom - Classic Model | 2BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Lantana Apartments | 1S | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| 1400 Rio Grande Apartments | efficiency | Studio ,1BA | $2.49 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Uptown Austin Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Uptown Austin?
The cheapest apartment in Uptown Austin is Rio House Apartments which is listed at $1,200, while the average apartment in Uptown Austin costs $2,050.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Uptown Austin?
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 27 regular apartments in Uptown Austin 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 Uptown Austin?
Cheap apartments in Uptown Austin have an average cost of $918 which is $1,132 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Uptown Austin.
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