Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Zilker Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $400 (33 Rentals)

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Zilker - One of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Austin

Named as one of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods to rent in Austin, TX by our Austin, TX Local Expert Raul Mercado. See how it ranks!

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La Casa Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

La Casa Apartments

2024 Goodrich AveAustin, TX 78704
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Chimney Park
Studio Apartments

Chimney Park

2406 Bluebonnet LnAustin, TX 78704
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Tambaleo 2208
Studio Apartments

Tambaleo 2208

2208 S 5th StAustin, TX 78704
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Tambaleo 2311
1 Bedroom Apartments

Tambaleo 2311

2311 S 5th St WAustin, TX 78704
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Barton Cove
Studio Apartments

Barton Cove

1123 Hollow Creek DrAustin, TX 78704
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Parkside Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Parkside Apartments

1221 Barton Hills DrAustin, TX 78704
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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

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2411 Kinney Rd
1 Bedroom Apartments

2411 Kinney Rd

2411 Kinney RdAustin, TX 78704
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Delta Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Delta Apartments

2208 Del Curto RdAustin, TX 78704

Zilker, Austin, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available Zilker Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Zilker area of Austin, TX is a Studio unit found at Mission James Place Apartments priced from $889. Cloisters West has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Zilker apartments for rent in Austin, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mission James Place ApartmentsS1Studio,1BA$889
Cloisters WestStudioStudio,1BA$950
Tambaleo ApartmentsE1 - 2207Studio,1BA$1,049
Bouldin Creek ApartmentsPRELEASE NOW FOR SUMMER 2025 bouA1Studio,1BA$1,075
MAA South LamarStudio 0x1 401 SFStudio,1BA$1,082
Barton's Mill ApartmentsBirch1BR,1BA$1,170
44 South0A-AMFI80Studio,1BA$1,199
Barton Ridge ApartmentsShady GroveStudio,1BA$1,225
Zilker PlaceA11BR,1BA$1,270
The AspectB1IR2BR,1BA$1,354

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Zilker, TX

As of April 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Zilker area is the $1.92 price per square foot Tumbleweed Model at Barton Creek Landing in the in the Zilker neighborhood starting from $1,630. The second greatest value Zilker apartment is the B1R Model at The Aspect starting at $1,370 with a $1.66 price per square foot in the Zilker neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Zilker apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Barton Creek LandingTumbleweed2BR,1BA$1.92
The AspectB1R2BR,1BA$1.66
Bouldin Creek ApartmentsbouB12BR,1BA$1.82
Gibson FlatsYucca1BR,1BA$2.57
Townhollow Apartmentsb1-745 (Designer)1BR,1BA$2.28
2021 Bluebonnet Ln., Unit 1102021 Bluebonnet Ln.1BR,1BA$2.37
Bell South LamarA1A1BR,1BA$2.35
Zilker PlaceA11BR,1BA$2.03
Barton's Mill ApartmentsBirch1BR,1BA$2.02
Mission James Place ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$2.37

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Zilker, Austin, TX

Ranked #104

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Zilker Neighborhood in Austin, TX

Walk Score®

83 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

79 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

51 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Zilker Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Zilker?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Zilker is under $1,354.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Zilker?

The cheapest apartment in Zilker is Bouldin Creek Apartments which is listed at $1,099, while the average apartment in Zilker costs $2,434.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Zilker?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 7 regular apartments in Zilker that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Zilker?

Cheap apartments in Zilker have an average cost of $166 which is $2,268 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Zilker.

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