
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Zilker Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $400 (38 Rentals)
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Barton Ridge Apartments

Barton's Mill Apartments

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MAA South Lamar

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Townhollow Apartments

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Bell South Lamar

1725 Toomey Rd

2411 S 5th St

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Tambaleo 2311

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Pathways at Goodrich Place

2304 Barton Village Cir

2800 Westhill Dr

1240 Barton Hills Dr

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900 S Lamar Blvd
Zilker, Austin, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Zilker?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zilker Studio Apartments | $1,523 | $950 | $3,300 |
| Zilker 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,352 | $950 | $6,141 |
| Zilker 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,102 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| Zilker 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,200 | $2,200 | $2,200 |
| Zilker 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,500 | $3,500 | $3,500 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 38 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Zilker Neighborhood of Austin, TX.
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Cheapest Available Zilker Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Zilker area of Austin, TX is a Studio unit found at Cloisters West priced from $950. Tambaleo Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $964. Here are the most affordable Zilker apartments for rent in Austin, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cloisters West | Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Tambaleo Apartments | E1 - 2207 | Studio,1BA | $964 |
| Tambaleo 2311 | A3 - 2311 | 1BR,1BA | $1,019 |
| Barton's Mill Apartments | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1,245 |
| Bell South Lamar | Studio - SMART | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
| Barton Hills Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,416 |
| MAA South Lamar | Traditional 1x1 505 SF | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| Barton Ridge Apartments | North Door | 2BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| Pathways at Goodrich Place | B7 | 2BR,2BA | $1,449 |
| Townhollow Apartments | a2-630 (Designer) | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Zilker, TX
As of April 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Zilker area is the $2.25 price per square foot Navasota Model at Cole Apartments in the in the Zilker neighborhood starting from $3,009. The second greatest value Zilker apartment is the 2802 Westhill Dr Model at 2802 Westhill Dr, Unit 102 starting at $1,900 with a $1.73 price per square foot in the Zilker neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Zilker apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cole Apartments | Navasota | 2BR,2BA | $2.25 |
| 2802 Westhill Dr, Unit 102 | 2802 Westhill Dr | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.73 |
| Barton Ridge Apartments | North Door | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Park Terrace Apartments | Live Oak | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| Windsor South Lamar | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Pathways at Goodrich Place | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Tambaleo 2311 | A3 - 2311 | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Townhollow Apartments | a2-630 (Designer) | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| Barton's Mill Apartments | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| Tambaleo Apartments | E1 - 2207 | Studio ,1BA | $2.41 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Zilker Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Zilker?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Zilker is at Cloisters West listed at $950.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Zilker Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Zilker Apartment is $1,019 at Tambaleo 2311.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Zilker Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Zilker is starting from $1,199 at Tambaleo Apartments.
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