
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Wells Branch Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $696 (49 Rentals)
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Allegre Point

Churchill Crossing Apartments

Preserve at Wells Branch

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The Morgan

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Parkside Crossing

The Orion

Park at Wells Branch

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1912 Tasmanian Tiger Trce

The Olivine

Terrastone Travesia

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Cottages at Wells Branch

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The Arbors of Wells Branch

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Travesia Apartments

The James on Grand Avenue

Kelsey at Scofield Farms
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The Wayman

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The Nine on Shoreline

Beck at Wells Branch

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12812 Tomanet Trail

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1501 W Howard Ln, Unit SI FL1-ID359

Affinity at Wells Branch 55+

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1501 W Howard Ln, Unit SI FL5-ID362

15450 Farm to Market Rd 1325, Unit 1827

15450 Farm to Market Rd 1325, Unit 1822

1915 Alex

Heritage Estates at Wells Branch
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Waters at Willow Run

Preserve at Rolling Oaks

2014 Alex Ave

2010 Alex Ave

1915 Alex Ave

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14199 N Interstate Hwy 35, Unit A1

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The Oaks at Techridge

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Edgewater
Wells Branch, Austin, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Wells Branch?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wells Branch Studio Apartments | $1,645 | $909 | $3,972 |
| Wells Branch 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,204 | $696 | $2,605 |
| Wells Branch 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,495 | $829 | $3,656 |
| Wells Branch 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,967 | $1,299 | $4,269 |
| Wells Branch 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,909 | $1,449 | $2,369 |
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Cheapest Available Wells Branch Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Wells Branch area of Austin, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Heritage Estates at Wells Branch priced from $700. Churchill Crossing Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $748. Here are the most affordable Wells Branch apartments for rent in Austin, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage Estates at Wells Branch | A3-40%/30% | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Churchill Crossing Apartments | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $748 |
| Preserve at Wells Branch | 11-a1 | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| The Morgan | A1PR | 1BR,1BA | $812 |
| Parkside Crossing | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 647 | 1BR,1BA | $827 |
| The Orion | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $832 |
| Park at Wells Branch | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| Lodge At Merrilltown Apartments | 1X1 60% AMI | 1BR,1BA | $849 |
| Waters at Willow Run | A1 - One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| The Olivine | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $904 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wells Branch, TX
As of August 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wells Branch area is the $1.37 price per square foot B1 Model at Lakewood in the in the Lamplight Village neighborhood starting from $1,360. The second greatest value Wells Branch apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath 959 Model at Parkside Crossing starting at $1,403 with a $1.46 price per square foot in the Wells Branch neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wells Branch apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakewood | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| Parkside Crossing | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath 959 | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| Park at Summers Grove | 29-1/1b | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Lodge At Merrilltown Apartments | 1X1 60% AMI | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| The Wayman | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Milan | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Grand Station | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| The Olivine | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| MAA Wells Branch | Hollyhock | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Waters at Willow Run | A1 - One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Wells Branch Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Wells Branch?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Wells Branch is under $904.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Wells Branch?
The cheapest apartment in Wells Branch is Heritage Estates at Wells Branch which is listed at $700, while the average apartment in Wells Branch costs $1,213.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Wells Branch?
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 43 regular apartments in Wells Branch 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 Wells Branch?
Cheap apartments in Wells Branch have an average cost of $413 which is $800 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Wells Branch.
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