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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Austin Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $800 (45 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Southwest Austin area of Austin.
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3499 Ranch Rd 620 S
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Palo Verde
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Estates at Bee Cave
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Landmark Conservancy
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Settler's Creek Apartments
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Anthem at Ledge Stone
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Ocotillo Apartments
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View at Belterra
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Alister Oak Hill
Austin's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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AMLI Covered Bridge
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8600 State Highway 71
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Lookout
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Hudson Miramont
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761 Trinity Hills Dr
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ArborView Circle C Ranch 62+ Active Adult
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The Ridge at Headwaters
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Berkshire Lakeway
![5511 Caprock Summit Dr](https://images1.apartmenthomeliving.com/i2/L-Ed_F_BEyE6jOgzb-1akg4NiRyvA6JSSFhtb9P0CnQ/117/image.jpg?p=1)
5511 Caprock Summit Dr
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Local Dripping Springs
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Merritt Hill Country Senior Living
Southwest Austin, Austin, TX Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest Austin?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Southwest Austin Studio Apartments | $1,471 | $1,465 | $1,485 |
Southwest Austin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,625 | $893 | $4,503 |
Southwest Austin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,211 | $1,181 | $7,282 |
Southwest Austin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,122 | $1,238 | $10,000+ |
Southwest Austin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,195 | $2,797 | $4,045 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 45 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southwest Austin Neighborhood of Austin, TX.
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Cheapest Available Southwest Austin Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Austin area of Austin, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Yaupon by Windsor priced from $1,079. Cielo has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,111. Here are the most affordable Southwest Austin apartments for rent in Austin, TX:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Yaupon by Windsor | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,079 |
Cielo | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $1,111 |
Paseo at Bee Cave | Barton Creek | 1BR,1BA | $1,134 |
Estates at Bee Cave | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,181 |
Landmark Conservancy | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Anthem at Ledge Stone | Hickory | 1BR,1BA | $1,227 |
Ocotillo Apartments | A1a | 1BR,1BA | $1,253 |
Palo Verde | One Bedroom A1D | 1BR,1BA | $1,258 |
View at Belterra | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,260 |
The Ridge at Headwaters | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,280 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Austin, TX
As of February 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southwest Austin area is the $1.69 price per square foot C1 Model at Avalon Townhomes at Bee Cave in the in the The Vistas at Lake Travis neighborhood starting from $2,405. The second greatest value Southwest Austin apartment is the B3a Model at Hudson Miramont starting at $1,915 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the Covered Bridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Austin apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Avalon Townhomes at Bee Cave | C1 | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.69 |
Hudson Miramont | B3a | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
Belterra Springs | Pecan | 2BR,2BA | $1.51 |
Alister Oak Hill | A01 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
The Saint Mary | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
Palo Verde | One Bedroom A1D | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
Berkshire Lakeway | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
The Ridge at Headwaters | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
Callista Hill Country Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
Yaupon by Windsor | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team of engineers and researchers compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Southwest Austin, Austin, and the greater Austin area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the Southwest Austin Neighborhood in Austin, TX
Walk Score®
20 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
21 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Austin Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Austin Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Austin Apartment is $1,079 at Yaupon by Windsor.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southwest Austin Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwest Austin is starting from $1,395 at Callista Hill Country Apartments.
What is the most affordable Southwest Austin Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Southwest Austin Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Alister Oak Hill and starts from $2,009.
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.
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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Austin, TX
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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.
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What to Know About Fees and Fines When Renting
Written by: Trey Huguley
When it comes to renting a new apartment or home there can be a number of fees that you will want to keep in mind going into the process.
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How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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