
Cheap Homes for Rent in Hays County, TX from $500 (120 Rentals)
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312 Callado Cir

400 Masonwood Dr

305 Forest Dr

1628 Post Rd

1628 Post Rd

512 Lockhart St, Unit #2

392 Eagle Brook Ln

Room in Condo on E San Antonio St

1525 Breanna Ln
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2121 Windy Hill Rd

216 Trestle Tree, Unit 121

1221 Hopkins St

361 Ferrule Dr

315 Rachel St

332 Trestle Tree

3331 Ranch Rd 12

300 Rocking M Rd

1624 Aquarena Springs Dr

202 Harmons Way
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302 1/2 S Burleson St

260 Trestle Tree

1231 N LBJ Dr

1116 Advance St

1102 Treeta Trl

1321 Harris Hill Rd

812 Hazelton St

1114 Advance St

420 Ferrule Dr

420 Ferrule Dr
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618 Mill St

296 Ferrule Dr

208 Uhland Rd

1325 Harris Hill Rd

1460 River Rd, Unit 1460

264 Trestle Tree

232 Camacho St

214 Linda Dr, Unit A

1202 Thorpe Ln

1108 Hazelton St
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961 Buttercup Ln

310 Pat Garrison St

3505 Lone Man Mountain Rd

114 Trestle Tree

405 N Burleson St

421 W San Antonio St, Unit H-2

2825 Main St, Unit 935

2825 Main St, Unit 1225

417 Live Oak St

3400 Kyle Crossing, Unit 1303
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Hays County, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Hays County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hays County 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,570 | $775 | $4,500 |
| Hays County 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,074 | $790 | $7,500 |
| Hays County 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,506 | $750 | $7,000 |
| Hays County 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,456 | $2,245 | $8,500 |
| Hays County 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,100 | $3,100 | $3,100 |
| Hays County 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,995 | $4,995 | $4,995 |
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Cheapest Available Hays County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Hays County, TX is a 4 Beds unit found at The Thompson | Student Housing in the San Marcos neighborhood priced from $579. Tuscany Park in the Southeast Austin neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $629. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hays County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Thompson | Student Housing | 4 Bedroom Flat | 4BR,4BA | $579 |
| Tuscany Park | Toscana | 1BR,1BA | $629 |
| Green Spring Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $650 |
| Oaks35 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $659 |
| Tapestry at Aquarena Springs | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $686 |
| The Oasis | D1- Diamond | 4BR,4BA | $709 |
| Redwood | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $769 |
| La Vista | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| The Lanes at Oslo | Studio D | Studio,1BA | $780 |
| The 1856 | 1 bdrm 1 bth | 1BR,1BA | $803 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hays County, TX
As of July 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hays County area is the $0.76 price per square foot D1 Model at Redwood in the in the San Marcos neighborhood starting from $1,462. The second greatest value Hays County apartment is the 3Bed/4Bath Model at Lodges at Parker's Pond starting at $850 with a $0.45 price per square foot in the San Marcos neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hays County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood | D1 | 4BR,2BA | $0.76 |
| Lodges at Parker's Pond | 3Bed/4Bath | 3BR,4BA | $0.45 |
| Axis at SMTX | D1 | 4BR,4.5BA | $0.40 |
| The Thompson | Student Housing | 4 Bedroom 4 Bathroom Townhome | 4BR,4BA | $0.37 |
| The Village on Telluride | 2BR/2.5BA Renovated | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.65 |
| Leah Avenue Student Townhomes | RENOVATED TOWNHOME | 4BR,4BA | $0.33 |
| Vie Lofts at San Marcos | 4x4 - D1 | 4BR,4BA | $0.64 |
| Cottages at San Marcos | C1 Duplex | 3BR,3BA | $0.65 |
| Cabana Beach San Marcos | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.69 |
| The Outpost | 2x2 Premium | 2BR,2BA | $0.46 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Hays County
What type of rentals are currently available in Hays County?
There are currently 329 Apartments for Rent in Hays County, TX with pricing that ranges from $499 to $9,891. There are also 741 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hays County ranging from $520 to $8,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Hays County?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Hays County ranges from $520 to $8,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,491.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Hays County?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Hays County range from $660 to $8,439, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $790 to $7,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $750 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $499.
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