Cheap Homes for Rent in Zilker Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $1,400 (7 Rentals)

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$1,600 - $2,200

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2200 Dickson Dr

AustinTX78704

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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 Tambaleo Apartments priced from $799. Tambaleo 2311 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable Zilker apartments for rent in Austin, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Tambaleo ApartmentsE1 - 2207Studio,1BA$799
Tambaleo 2311A3 - 23111BR,1BA$899
Cloisters WestStudioStudio,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Zilker, TX

As of January 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Zilker area is the $2.27 price per square foot Sage Model at Gibson Flats in the in the Zilker neighborhood starting from $2,596. The second greatest value Zilker apartment is the A5 Loft - 2208 Model at Tambaleo 2208 starting at $1,399 with a $1.41 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.
Gibson FlatsSage2BR,2BA$2.27
Tambaleo 2208A5 Loft - 22081BR,1BA$1.41
Townhollow Apartmentsb1-745 (Designer)1BR,1BA$2.01
Windsor South LamarA31BR,1BA$2.34
Pathways at Goodrich PlaceA11BR,1BA$2.07
Tambaleo 2311A3 - 23111BR,1BA$1.34
Barton Ridge ApartmentsMagnolia West1BR,1BA$1.88
Zilker PlaceA11BR,1BA$2.11
Barton's Mill ApartmentsAspenStudio ,1BA$2.39
Tambaleo ApartmentsE1 - 2207Studio ,1BA$2.00

Frequently Asked Questions about Zilker

What type of rentals are currently available in Zilker?

There are currently 115 Apartments for Rent in Zilker, TX with pricing that ranges from $950 to $16,150. There are also 53 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Zilker ranging from $1,495 to $13,500.

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 $1,495 to $13,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,214.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Zilker?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Zilker range from $2,400 to $5,299, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,500 to $13,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,500.

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