Cheap Apartments for Rent in Hays, TX from $600 (35 Rentals)

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View at Estancia
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

View at Estancia

827 Camino Vaquero PkyManchaca, TX 78652
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Carrington Oaks
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Carrington Oaks

1278 CabelasBuda, TX 78610

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Bridge at Estancia
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Bridge at Estancia

1100 Avenida Mercado StManchaca, TX 78652
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La Madrid
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

La Madrid

11320 Manchaca RdAustin, TX 78748
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Ryze at Sunfield
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Ryze at Sunfield

2825 Main StBuda, TX 78610
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Hays, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available Hays Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Hays, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Tuscany Park in the Southeast Austin neighborhood priced from $671. Landmark at Prescott Woods Apartment Homes in the Cherry Creek neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $723. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hays apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Tuscany ParkToscana1BR,1BA$671
Landmark at Prescott Woods Apartment HomesZilker1BR,1BA$723
Farmhouse ApartmentsA3a1BR,1BA$817
The Atlantic Grand OaksThe Rio, 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 744 Sq. Ft.1BR,1BA$878
View at EstanciaE1 AFFStudio,1BA$925
Bell SouthparkA1C-S1BR,1BA$935
MAA Double Creek11B1BR,1BA$948
Bridge at Three HillsE1-Lampasas 60% (Income Restrictions Apply)Studio,1BA$951
Aspire at Onion CreekA1 - 40%1BR,1BA$957
Silverado ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$967

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hays, TX and Nearby

As of November 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hays area is the $1.50 price per square foot Almond Model at Covey Homes Harvest Meadows in the in the Meadow Park neighborhood starting from $2,109. The second greatest value Hays apartment is the The Fredericksburg, 3 Bed | 2 Bath | 1174 Sq. Ft. Model at The Atlantic Grand Oaks starting at $1,437 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the South Austin neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hays apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Covey Homes Harvest MeadowsAlmond2BR,2BA$1.50
The Atlantic Grand OaksThe Fredericksburg, 3 Bed | 2 Bath | 1174 Sq. Ft.3BR,2BA$1.22
Onion Creek Luxury Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath 1119 SqFt (1056 Net)2BR,2BA$1.32
Tuscany ParkChiante2BR,2BA$1.28
16219 Oxbow Trl, Unit Remodeled townhome16219 Oxbow Trl1BR,1BA$1.44
La MadridA11BR,1BA$1.51
MAA Double Creek11B1BR,1BA$1.30
Aspire at Onion CreekA1 - 70%1BR,1BA$1.51
Parkview TerracesA11BR,1BA$1.45
MAA Onion Creek11A1BR,1BA$1.50

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Hays, TX

Ranked #331

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Hays, TX

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8 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

12 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hays Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hays Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hays Apartment is $671 at Tuscany Park.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hays Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hays is starting from $915 at The Atlantic Grand Oaks.

What is the most affordable Hays Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Hays Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Atlantic Grand Oaks and starts from $1,437.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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