
Cheap Homes for Rent in Austin, TX from $400 (529 Rentals)
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4805 Rustown Dr

1109 Gardner Cove

5105 Spruce Cove

7907 Rosenberry Dr, Unit C (Next to stairs)

1917 McCloskey St

6307 Chesterfield Ave

2201 North Shields Dr

9104 Quail Creek Dr

5407 Tipton Dr
Austin's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
Learn about Austin and the best places to live with original content written by our Austin, TX Local Expert Raul Mercado

9803 Chukar Cir

1901 Crossing Pl

3210 Hampton Rd

1700 Balsam Way

1212 Bonnie Brae St

1805 Haskell St

303 Cluck Creek Trail

4204 Speedway

7314 Bennett Ave

4030 Barlow Dr

400 Blackson Ave

2719 Parker Ln

3001 Parker Ln

4501 Speedway, Unit 204

6508 Hickman Ave

408 W 37th St

5004 Weidemar Ln

12315 Thompkins Dr

710 W Monroe St

2408 Longview St

2100 Rosemary Ln

2809 Parker Ln

12166 Metric Blvd

2911 Tavern Dr, Unit A

2916 Tavern Dr

1604 Singleton Ave

2301 Ohlen Rd

8800 N Interstate Hwy 35

2813 Parker Ln

2303 Rachael Ct

2124 Burton Dr

3704 S 2nd St

3206 King St

9205 Georgian Dr

2905 Swisher St, Unit 208

6903 Wentworth Dr

3000 Guadalupe St

6106 Wheless Cove

6901 Wentworth Dr

2502 Cecil Dr
Austin, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Austin?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Austin 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,057 | $900 | $10,000+ |
Austin 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,562 | $575 | $10,000+ |
Austin 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,511 | $550 | $10,000+ |
Austin 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,389 | $675 | $10,000+ |
Austin 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,860 | $2,800 | $10,000+ |
Austin 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $11,550 | $6,600 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Austin, TX
Pricing Updated: 03/25/2025Current apartment rentals in the Austin, TX area range in price from $474 to $19,364 with an overall median price of $3,401. The three Austin neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Thousand Oaks at $1,120, Elm Creek at $825, and Arboretum at $809. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Austin Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Thousand Oaks | $1,120 | $1,120 | 7 |
Elm Creek | $1,365 | $825 | 471 |
Arboretum | $1,607 | $809 | 2985 |
Bryker Woods | $1,624 | $950 | 934 |
South Manchaca | $1,650 | $750 | 9138 |
South Congress | $1,722 | $719 | 7894 |
Battle Bend Springs | $1,737 | $639 | 10974 |
St. Edwards | $1,737 | $719 | 2903 |
Cirkiel Commons | $1,743 | $578 | 5551 |
Homestead | $1,743 | $578 | 10598 |
Cheapest Available Austin Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Austin, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Wildwood Apartments in the Coronado Hills neighborhood priced from $600. Libertad Austin in the East Austin neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $632. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Austin apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Wildwood Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
Libertad Austin | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $632 |
The Rhett | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $632 |
3608 Chappie Ln | 3608 Chappie Ln | 1BR,1BA | $690 |
Hidden Gardens | Studio | Studio,1BA | $693 |
Chevy Chase Downs | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Austin, TX
As of March 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Austin area is the $0.30 price per square foot 3608 Chappie Ln Model at 3608 Chappie Ln in the in the Southeast Austin neighborhood starting from $690. The second greatest value 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 Austin apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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3608 Chappie Ln | 3608 Chappie Ln | 1BR,1BA | $0.30 |
Yugo Austin Waterloo | 6 Bed, 6 Bath Plus | 6BR,6BA | $0.81 |
404 Blackson Ave | 404 Blackson Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.56 |
Yugo Austin Rio | 4 Bed, 4 Bath Deluxe | 4BR,4BA | $0.88 |
Yugo Austin Nueces | 4 Bed, 2 Bath Loft | 4BR,2BA | $0.95 |
Room in Condo on Crossing Pl | Room in Condo on Crossing Pl | 1BR,1BA | $0.58 |
Eryngo Hills | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.91 |
Parker Lane Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.75 |
Legacy Ranch @ Dessau East 55+ Community | Palomino | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
The Rhett | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.91 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Austin
What type of rentals are currently available in Austin?
There are currently 2977 Apartments for Rent in Austin, TX with pricing that ranges from $474 to $19,364. There are also 3313 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Austin ranging from $490 to $38,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Austin?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Austin ranges from $490 to $38,000 with an average monthly rent of $7,187.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Austin?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Austin range from $650 to $19,364, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $575 to $12,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $550 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $560.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Austin, TX
Written by: Raul Mercado
I'm Raul, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com local expert for Austin, Texas.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.