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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 La Madrid in the Cherry Creek neighborhood priced from $652. Farmhouse Apartments in the Southeast Austin neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $817. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hays apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
La MadridA11BR,1BA$652
Farmhouse ApartmentsA3a1BR,1BA$817
Tuscany ParkToscana1BR,1BA$913
Landmark at Prescott Woods Apartment HomesZilker - Harmony1BR,1BA$941
The BradfordA11BR,1BA$941

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hays, TX and Nearby

As of June 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hays area is the $1.56 price per square foot The Travis, 4 Bed | 2 Bath | 1417 Sq. Ft. Model at The Atlantic Grand Oaks in the in the South Austin neighborhood starting from $2,206. The second greatest value Hays apartment is the Almond Model at Covey Homes Harvest Meadows starting at $2,199 with a $1.56 price per square foot in the Meadow Park 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.
The Atlantic Grand OaksThe Travis, 4 Bed | 2 Bath | 1417 Sq. Ft.4BR,2BA$1.56
Covey Homes Harvest MeadowsAlmond2BR,2BA$1.56
MAA Onion Creek22A2BR,2BA$1.37
La MadridB12BR,2BA$1.34
16219 Oxbow Trl, Unit Upstairs apartment16219 Oxbow Trl1BR,1BA$1.49
MAA Double Creek11B1BR,1BA$1.46
Aspire at Onion CreekA11BR,1BA$1.39
Onion Creek Luxury Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath 765 SqFt (705 Net)1BR,1BA$1.54
Bridge at EstanciaA1BR,1BA$1.51
Tuscany ParkToscana1BR,1BA$1.38

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Frequently Asked Questions about Hays

What type of rentals are currently available in Hays?

There are currently 41 Apartments for Rent in Hays, TX with pricing that ranges from $889 to $5,482. There are also 45 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hays ranging from $1,379 to $3,750.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Hays ranges from $1,379 to $3,750 with an average monthly rent of $2,277.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Hays range from $1,199 to $5,482, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,950 to $3,495. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,599.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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