
Cheap Homes for Rent in Central Austin Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $700 (100 Rentals)
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2307 Longview St, Unit A

917 Keith Ln

3000 Guadalupe St

2815 Rio Grande St

Private bedroom in 2 bed/2 bath Home

912 W 22nd 1/2 St

609 W 32nd St

2811 Rio Grande St

3406 Speedway
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621 W 37th St

3316 Guadalupe St

3400 Speedway

306 E 30th St

2808 Whitis Ave

2803 Hemphill Park

2801 Hemphill Park

1000 W 26th St

3316 Guadalupe St, Unit 206

3206 King St
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3503 Harmon Ave

3503 Harmon Ave

912 W 22nd 1/2 St Unit C

3400 Speedway 303

2813 Rio Grande St

2813 1/2 Rio Grande St

3115 Helms St

2604 Salado St

2408 Longview St

710 E Dean Keeton St

2505 San Gabriel

4007 Avenue C

301 W 29th St

2404 Longview St

1011 W 23rd St

2706 Cole St

2210 Pearl St

2714 Nueces St

2703 Swisher St

2505 San Gabriel St

910 Duncan Ln

3004 Speedway

910 Duncan Ln

1905 San Gabriel St

710 E Dean Keaton -

806 W 24th St, Unit #115

304 E 33rd St

908 Poplar St

1800 Lavaca St

605 Elmwood Pl
Central Austin, Austin, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Central Austin?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Central Austin 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,112 | $1,300 | $4,295 |
Central Austin 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,225 | $1,850 | $6,300 |
Central Austin 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,957 | $800 | $10,000+ |
Central Austin 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,368 | $3,800 | $8,500 |
Central Austin 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,328 | $4,500 | $10,000+ |
Central Austin 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,600 | $5,200 | $6,000 |
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There are currently 100 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central Austin Neighborhood of Austin, TX.
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Cheapest Available Central Austin Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Austin area of Austin, TX is a Studio unit found at San Gabriel Square Apartments priced from $889. Swisher Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Central Austin apartments for rent in Austin, TX:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
---|---|---|---|
San Gabriel Square Apartments | Small Efficency | Studio,1BA | $889 |
Swisher Apartments | Updated North Campus One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Villas on Rio | B5-SHARED | 2BR,2BA | $959 |
Mauna Kai Austin | Model A/B | Studio,1BA | $975 |
Nova House | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Fountain Terrace Apartments | S1 | Studio,1BA | $995 |
HillTop | Colorado A | 4BR,4BA | $995 |
West Campus Flats | Mini Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
La Casita | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Oasis at the Speedway | Easy Tiger | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Austin, TX
As of April 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Austin area is the $1.64 price per square foot 4BR/4.0BA Model at Lone Star Lofts in the in the Central East Austin neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Central Austin apartment is the 6 Bed, 6 Bath Plus Model at Yugo Austin Waterloo starting at $1,369 with a $0.81 price per square foot in the Central East Austin neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Austin apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Lone Star Lofts | 4BR/4.0BA | 4BR,4BA | $1.64 |
Yugo Austin Waterloo | 6 Bed, 6 Bath Plus | 6BR,6BA | $0.81 |
Yugo Austin Rio | 4 Bed, 4 Bath Deluxe | 4BR,4BA | $0.88 |
HillTop | Frio C | 3BR,2BA | $0.99 |
Cedar 31 | Plush | 3BR,1BA | $1.50 |
Venue on Guadalupe | B3A | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
Sparq on Rio | San Antonio | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
Villas on Rio | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.66 |
Point North Student Living | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
River Oaks | rroA1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Central Austin
What type of rentals are currently available in Central Austin?
There are currently 464 Apartments for Rent in Central Austin, TX with pricing that ranges from $650 to $14,000. There are also 297 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Austin ranging from $799 to $17,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central Austin?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central Austin ranges from $799 to $17,500 with an average monthly rent of $7,053.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Central Austin?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Central Austin range from $650 to $4,800, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,850 to $6,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $730.
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