Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Austin Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $800 (24 Rentals)

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7880 US-290
$1,1571 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

7880 US-290

Austin, TX 78736
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Live Oak Trails
from $8931 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Live Oak Trails

8500 W Highway 71Austin, TX 78735
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Yaupon by Windsor
from $1,2741 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Yaupon by Windsor

7870 US 290 Hwy WAustin, TX 78736
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3400 Ranch Road 620 S
from $1,2861 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

3400 Ranch Road 620 S

3400 Ranch Road 620 SAustin, TX 78738
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The Saint Mary
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from $1,4901 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Saint Mary

7500 W Slaughter LnAustin, TX 78749
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Southwest Austin, Austin, TX Local Guide

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 Berkshire Lakeway priced from $1,143. Palo Verde has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,143. Here are the most affordable Southwest Austin apartments for rent in Austin, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Berkshire LakewayA21BR,1BA$1,143
Palo VerdeOne Bedroom A1B1BR,1BA$1,143
Anthem at Ledge StoneAsh1BR,1BA$1,176
Southwest TrailsB12BR,2BA$1,181
Ocotillo ApartmentsA1a1BR,1BA$1,226

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Austin, TX

As of January 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southwest Austin area is the $1.17 price per square foot B1 Model at Southwest Trails in the in the Covered Bridge neighborhood starting from $1,181. The second greatest value Southwest Austin apartment is the 2x1 Model at Settlers Creek Apartments starting at $1,260 with a $1.29 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Southwest TrailsB12BR,2BA$1.17
Settlers Creek Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1.29
Alister Oak HillA01 Renovated1BR,1BA$1.61
The Saint MaryA1A1BR,1BA$1.74
CieloA61BR,1BA$1.92
The Ridge at HeadwatersA11BR,1BA$1.78
Callista Hill Country ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1.82
Palo VerdeOne Bedroom A1B1BR,1BA$1.81
Ocotillo ApartmentsA1a1BR,1BA$1.94
Anthem at Ledge StoneAsh1BR,1BA$1.95

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Southwest Austin, Austin, TX

Ranked #76

Among neighborhoods in Austin, TX for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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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

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 $1,143 at Palo Verde.

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 $1,181 at Southwest Trails.

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 $1,938.

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