
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Congress Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $400 (74 Rentals)
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Soco at Alpine

The Reserve

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Bridge at Turtle Creek

400 W St Elmo Rd

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Tramor at Oak Bend

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Prospect

Sierra Vista

5805 Cougar Dr, Unit A

5805 Cougar Dr, Unit D
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The Arts Apts At South Austin

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Bridge at Soco Crossing

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4501 Witham Ln

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West Congress, Austin, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Congress?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Congress Studio Apartments | $1,235 | $694 | $1,610 |
| West Congress 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,642 | $730 | $3,800 |
| West Congress 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,276 | $1,000 | $3,223 |
| West Congress 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,504 | $2,116 | $10,000+ |
| West Congress 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,546 | $2,350 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 74 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the West Congress Neighborhood of Austin, TX.
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Cheapest Available West Congress Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Congress area of Austin, TX is a Studio unit found at The Enclave priced from $694. The Reserve has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $730. Here are the most affordable West Congress apartments for rent in Austin, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Enclave | E1 | Studio,1BA | $694 |
| The Reserve | A2R | 1BR,1BA | $730 |
| Bridge at Turtle Creek | E1 | Studio,1BA | $890 |
| Arts at Turtle Creek | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Tramor at Oak Bend | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $941 |
| Sierra Vista | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| The Garrison | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| The Arts Apts At South Austin | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,079 |
| Cherry Hill Lofts | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,085 |
| Bridge at Soco Crossing | Charles | 1BR,1BA | $1,141 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Congress, TX
As of August 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Congress area is the $1.71 price per square foot 2B - AMFI 90% - INCOME RESTRICTIONS APPLY Model at 44 South in the in the Southeast Austin neighborhood starting from $1,920. The second greatest value West Congress apartment is the B2 Model at The Arts Apts At South Austin starting at $1,079 with a $1.24 price per square foot in the Southeast Austin neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Congress apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 44 South | 2B - AMFI 90% - INCOME RESTRICTIONS APPLY | 2BR,2BA | $1.71 |
| The Arts Apts At South Austin | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| The Bend on Williamson Creek | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Bridge at Soco Crossing | Joplin | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Four Park Place | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Sierra Vista | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Tramor at Oak Bend | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Bridge at Turtle Creek | E1 | Studio ,1BA | $1.75 |
| The Reserve | A1U | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| The Enclave | E1 | Studio ,1BA | $1.65 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Congress Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in West Congress?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West Congress is under $1,141.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Congress?
The cheapest apartment in West Congress is The Reserve which is listed at $730, while the average apartment in West Congress costs $1,761.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Congress?
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 19 regular apartments in West Congress that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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