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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Short-term Studio Apartments | $1,427 | $693 | $7,622 |
| Austin Short-term 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,643 | $474 | $10,000+ |
| Austin Short-term 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,060 | $675 | $10,000+ |
| Austin Short-term 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,409 | $650 | $10,000+ |
| Austin Short-term 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,124 | $560 | $10,000+ |
| Austin 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,224 | $890 | $5,500 |
| Austin 6 Bedroom Apartments | $4,395 | $3,995 | $5,195 |
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Write a ReviewWhat’s the reason that Austin is one of the fastest-growing cities in America? Actually, there are a number of reasons, not the least of which is its warm weather. It’s also been called the live music capital of the world. While some may argue that point, one thing is certain. Austin is a city of festivals—music festivals, film festivals, and even a Brazilian Carnaval festival.
From reggae to rodeos, golf to gardening, and motorsports to malls, Austin’s cultural and artistic diversity offers something for everyone. Nature lovers enjoy the botanical gardens and the numerous parks and biking trails. Athletes enjoy rock climbing and the yearly marathon, which features live musical accompaniment from over 40 bands.
Austin offers a variety of educational options, with more than 10 institutions of higher learning.
Add walkable neighborhoods, world-class museums and a ballet company, and it’s easy to understand its soaring popularity. Besides events that attract tourists from all over the world, the city offers residents a multitude of enjoyable activities, many of which are free. Maybe the biggest reason for Austin’s popularity is its success in keeping its quality of life higher than its cost of living.
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Austin is famed for being one of the most unique and quirky cities in the country, a reputation that is well-earned. The city's unofficial motto of "Keep Austin" Weird highlights the independent streak Austinites are known for throughout Texas. Currently, the city has a population of just under a million inhabitants with a metro density of just over two million. There is a lot of going in this state capital. The amount of diverse activities available is simply staggering.
Austin it seems has a little something for everyone. First, it is known as the Live Music Capital of The World due to the famous live Austin City Limits music concerts at The Moody Theater, as well as the South by Southwest festival. Along with its music, the culinary scene is lively and eclectic offering everything from BBQ to tacos and even artisanal donuts. The nightlife is lively with many bars crafting strange and fun adult beverage creations. If you're an outdoors lover, Austin offers almost three hundred days of sunshine, spend all those sunny days in its various parks, biking and hiking trails. Austin truly does have something for everyone.
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Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Austin is at Copperline at Village Oaks listed at $659.
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Austin is $2,179.
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Austin is a 3,753 square feet unit starting from $1,150 at Urban East.
The average size for a Short-term rental in Austin is currently at 613 sq ft.
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Written by: Raul Mercado
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