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151 Tristans Way
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Hays?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Hays 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,100 | $2,100 | $2,100 |
Hays 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,460 | $1,995 | $3,100 |
Hays 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,752 | $2,350 | $3,900 |
Hays 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,647 | $2,600 | $2,695 |
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Cheapest Available Hays Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Hays, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Farmhouse Apartments in the Southeast Austin neighborhood priced from $817. Aspire at Onion Creek in the Southeast Austin neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $842. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hays apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Farmhouse Apartments | A3a | 1BR,1BA | $817 |
Aspire at Onion Creek | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $842 |
Landmark at Prescott Woods Apartment Homes | Longhorn | 1BR,1BA | $883 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hays, TX and Nearby
As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hays area is the $1.43 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 $2,031. The second greatest value Hays apartment is the Chiante Model at Tuscany Park starting at $1,187 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the Southeast Austin neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hays apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Atlantic Grand Oaks | The Travis, 4 Bed | 2 Bath | 1417 Sq. Ft. | 4BR,2BA | $1.43 |
Tuscany Park | Chiante | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
The Bradford | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.51 |
16219 Oxbow Trl, Unit Remodeled townhome | 16219 Oxbow Trl | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
La Madrid | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
MAA Double Creek | 11B | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
Farmhouse Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
Aspire at Onion Creek | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
Onion Creek Luxury Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath 765 SqFt (705 Net) | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
Bridge at Estancia | A | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
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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 $755 to $5,872. There are also 42 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hays ranging from $900 to $3,900.
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 $900 to $3,900 with an average monthly rent of $2,218.
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 $5,872, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,995 to $3,100. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,350 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,599.
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