Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Uptown Austin Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $900 (20 Rentals)

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Uptown Austin, Austin, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available Uptown Austin Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Uptown Austin area of Austin, TX is a Studio unit found at City View at Mueller priced from $900. Mission James Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $909. Here are the most affordable Uptown Austin apartments for rent in Austin, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
City View at MuellerS1Studio,1BA$900
Mission James Place ApartmentsS1Studio,1BA$909
1400 Rio Grande ApartmentsefficiencyStudio,1BA$1,050
Estates at East RiversideTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1,187
Rio House Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown Austin, TX

As of June 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Uptown Austin area is the $1.42 price per square foot Four Bedroom Model at Estates at East Riverside in the in the Oltorf-East Riverside neighborhood starting from $1,872. The second greatest value Uptown Austin apartment is the #342 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Estates at East RiversideFour Bedroom4BR,4BA$1.42
Nueces Flats#3422BR,2BA$1.97
Regency - Fabulous landmark Downtown Austin property2 Bedroom/1 Bath - Large (1044 sq. ft.)2BR,1BA$1.51
Villages at East RiversideTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.67
Lantana ApartmentsTwo-Bedroom Two-Bathroom2BR,2BA$2.06
Rio House Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.87
MAA West AustinTraditional 1x1 657-743 SF1BR,1BA$2.20
Bridge at Windsor ParkA3 Accessible 80%1BR,1BA$1.96
City View at MuellerS1Studio ,1BA$2.20
Mission James Place ApartmentsS1Studio ,1BA$2.30

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Uptown Austin, Austin, TX

Ranked #169

Among neighborhoods in Austin, TX for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Uptown Austin Neighborhood in Austin, TX

Walk Score®

91 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

94 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

71 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Uptown Austin Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Uptown Austin?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Uptown Austin is at City View at Mueller listed at $900.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Uptown Austin Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Uptown Austin Apartment is $915 at City View at Mueller.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Uptown Austin Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Uptown Austin is starting from $1,187 at Estates at East Riverside.

What is the most affordable Uptown Austin Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Uptown Austin Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Estates at East Riverside and starts from $1,489.

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