Cheap Homes for Rent in West Congress Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $800 (14 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the West Congress area of Austin.

property at 4314 Gillis St

$825

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$825

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$825

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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4314 Gillis St

AustinTX78745
property at 5608 Cougar Dr

$950 - $1,095

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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5608 Cougar Dr

AustinTX78745

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property at 806 Sirocco Dr

$1,345 - $1,395

2 Bedroom Rentals

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806 Sirocco Dr

AustinTX78745

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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 Bridge at Turtle Creek priced from $790. Cherry Hill Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable West Congress apartments for rent in Austin, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Bridge at Turtle CreekE1Studio,1BA$790
Cherry Hill LoftsA11BR,1BA$850
The EnclaveE1RStudio,1BA$852
The ReserveA11BR,1BA$857
Arts at Turtle CreekA11BR,1BA$875

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Congress, TX

As of February 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Congress area is the $1.51 price per square foot 2 BR Flat - Downstairs Model at Woodwillow Townhomes and Duplexes in the in the Southeast Austin neighborhood starting from $1,475. The second greatest value West Congress apartment is the B2 Model at The Arts Apts At South Austin starting at $1,128 with a $1.30 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Woodwillow Townhomes and Duplexes2 BR Flat - Downstairs2BR,2BA$1.51
The Arts Apts At South AustinB22BR,2BA$1.30
St. Edwards Place ApartmentsB1-825 (Designer)2BR,1BA$1.39
Tramor at Oak BendA31BR,1BA$1.53
Bridge at Soco CrossingClapton1BR,1BA$1.67
Sierra Vista1x11BR,1BA$1.54
Four Park PlaceA11BR,1BA$1.51
Soco at Alpine1 bedroom 1 bathroom1BR,1BA$1.49
Cherry Hill LoftsA11BR,1BA$1.56
Bridge at Turtle CreekE1Studio ,1BA$1.55

Frequently Asked Questions about West Congress

What type of rentals are currently available in West Congress?

There are currently 60 Apartments for Rent in West Congress, TX with pricing that ranges from $777 to $8,870. There are also 87 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Congress ranging from $825 to $4,995.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in West Congress?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Congress ranges from $825 to $4,995 with an average monthly rent of $2,856.

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