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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 Ocotillo Apartments priced from $1,055. Landmark Conservancy has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,077. Here are the most affordable Southwest Austin apartments for rent in Austin, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ocotillo ApartmentsA1a1BR,1BA$1,055
Landmark ConservancyA11BR,1BA$1,077
Alister Oak HillA01p1BR,1BA$1,084
Yaupon by WindsorA11BR,1BA$1,124
Anthem at Ledge StoneAsh1BR,1BA$1,175
Callista Hill Country ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$1,175
Berkshire LakewayA21BR,1BA$1,222
View at BelterraA11BR,1BA$1,264
LookoutA11BR,1BA$1,274
Settler's Creek Apartments2x2A2BR,2BA$1,280

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Austin, TX

As of April 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southwest Austin area is the $1.39 price per square foot Lake Pointe Model at Paseo at Bee Cave in the in the Falconhead neighborhood starting from $1,626. The second greatest value Southwest Austin apartment is the B02 Renovated Model at Alister Oak Hill starting at $1,627 with a $1.41 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.
Paseo at Bee CaveLake Pointe2BR,2BA$1.39
Alister Oak HillB02 Renovated2BR,2BA$1.41
Settler's Creek Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1.39
The Saint MaryA21BR,1BA$1.84
Callista Hill Country ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$1.48
Avalon Hill CountryA20-7641BR,1BA$1.92
Belterra SpringsLive Oak1BR,1BA$1.83
The Ridge at HeadwatersA11BR,1BA$1.87
Yaupon by WindsorA11BR,1BA$1.78
Ocotillo ApartmentsA1a1BR,1BA$1.84

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Frequently Asked Questions about Southwest Austin

What type of rentals are currently available in Southwest Austin?

There are currently 65 Apartments for Rent in Southwest Austin, TX with pricing that ranges from $893 to $9,809. There are also 166 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southwest Austin ranging from $875 to $19,900.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Southwest Austin?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Southwest Austin ranges from $875 to $19,900 with an average monthly rent of $4,374.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Southwest Austin?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Southwest Austin range from $1,366 to $9,809, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,795 to $7,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,605.

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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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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

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