Cheap Studio Apartments for Rent in the West University Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $649 (39 Rentals)

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property at 1010 W 26th St

$1,150 - $3,795

Studio Rentals

Available Aug 10

1010 W 26th St

AustinTX78705

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Pepper Tree II
Studio Apartments

Pepper Tree II

408 37th St WAustin, TX 78705
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The Jacksonian
Studio Apartments

The Jacksonian

3812 SpeedwayAustin, TX 78751
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Greenwood Square
Studio Apartments

Greenwood Square

3101 Tom Green StAustin, TX 78705
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Studio 34
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Studio 34

302 E 34th StAustin, TX 78705
property at 911 W 22nd St

$950 - $3,600

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911 W 22nd St

AustinTX78705
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Longhorn Lofts
Studio Apartments

Longhorn Lofts

403 W 38thAustin, TX 78705
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Castle Arms Apartments
Studio Apartments

Castle Arms Apartments

3121 Speedway StAustin, TX 78705
Student Housing
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621 W 31st St
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621 W 31st St

621 W 31st StAustin, TX 78705
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24 Flats
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24 Flats

1515 Palma PlzAustin, TX 78703
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The Pepper Tree
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The Pepper Tree

304 E 34th StAustin, TX 78705
Student Housing
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property at 1000 W 26th St

$1,000 - $1,250

Studio Rentals

Available Aug 1

1000 W 26th St

AustinTX78705
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Sandpiper Apartments
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Sandpiper Apartments

2810 Rio Grande StAustin, TX 78705
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Camino Flats
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Camino Flats

2810 Salado StAustin, TX 78705
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West University, Austin, TX Local Guide

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Work-Life Balance in Austin: Find Your Perfect Apartment Near Top Employers

The Austin job market is booming, but where should you live? Discover the most affordable and charming neighborhoods that put you minutes from Dell Seton, IBM, and Dell.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Moving is tough, especially long-distance. Learn how to minimize stress & expenses with proven strategies from a real estate pro, covering everything from logistics to finances.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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Local Expert's Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Austin

A Local Experts guide to the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods Near Colleges in the Austin, TX metro area for affordable living. Find your perfect Austin Student apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeliving.com

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West University, Austin, TX

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Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West University Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in West University?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West University is under $999.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in West University?

The cheapest apartment in West University is San Gabriel Square Apartments which is listed at $649, while the average apartment in West University costs $18,995.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in West University?

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 228 regular apartments in West University 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 West University?

Cheap apartments in West University have an average cost of $1,183 which is $17,812 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West University.

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