Cheap Homes for Rent in Zilker Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $1,200 (12 Rentals)

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Zilker, Austin, TX Local Guide

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 $999. Here are the most affordable Zilker apartments for rent in Austin, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cloisters WestStudioStudio,1BA$950
Tambaleo ApartmentsE1 - 2207Studio,1BA$999
Barton Ridge ApartmentsShady GroveStudio,1BA$1,025
Tambaleo 2208E2 - 2208Studio,1BA$1,029
Pathways at Goodrich PlaceA1BR,1BA$1,229

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Zilker, TX

As of June 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Zilker area is the $1.45 price per square foot A Model at Pathways at Goodrich Place in the in the Zilker neighborhood starting from $1,229. The second greatest value Zilker apartment is the Thyme Model at Park Terrace Apartments starting at $1,999 with a $2.55 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Pathways at Goodrich PlaceA1BR,1BA$1.45
Park Terrace ApartmentsThyme2BR,1BA$2.55
Bell South LamarA1A1BR,1BA$2.43
Barton Hills ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$2.62
MAA South LamarTraditional 1x1 601-637 SF1BR,1BA$2.57
Zilker Place1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.03
Bouldin Creek ApartmentsPRELEASE NOW FOR SUMMER 2025 bouA1Studio ,1BA$2.25
Tambaleo 2208E2 - 2208Studio ,1BA$2.35
Tambaleo ApartmentsE1 - 2207Studio ,1BA$2.50
Barton Ridge ApartmentsShady GroveStudio ,1BA$2.56

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Frequently Asked Questions about Zilker

What type of rentals are currently available in Zilker?

There are currently 106 Apartments for Rent in Zilker, TX with pricing that ranges from $825 to $16,770. There are also 98 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Zilker ranging from $1,280 to $19,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Zilker?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Zilker ranges from $1,280 to $19,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,838.

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