Affordable Houses for Rent in Austin, TX from $250

412 Blue Valley Dr, Austin, TX 78748
$250
3 beds · 2.5 baths · 1,586 sq ft
412 Blue Valley DrAustin, TX 78748
11300D Nicole Cv, Austin, TX 78753
$900
2 beds · 1 bath
11300D Nicole CvAustin, TX 78753
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13012 Tilghman Trl, Austin, TX 78729
$950
1 bed · 1 bath · 400 sq ft
13012 Tilghman TrlAustin, TX 78729
1000 W 26th St #212, Austin, TX 78705
$950
Studio · 1 bath · 400 sq ft
1000 W 26th StAustin, TX 78705
3429 Willowrun Dr, Austin, TX 78704
$980
2 beds · 1 bath · 900 sq ft
3429 Willowrun DrAustin, TX 78704
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7510 Bennett Ave, Austin, TX 78752
$1,000
3 beds · 1 bath · 864 sq ft
7510 Bennett AveAustin, TX 78752
1181 Chicon St, Austin, TX 78702
$1,000
1 bed · 1 bath · 430 sq ft
1181 Chicon StAustin, TX 78702
204 E 30th St #203, Austin, TX 78705
$1,050
1 bed · 1 bath · 1,374 sq ft
204 E 30th StAustin, TX 78705
4411 Dovewood Dr, Austin, TX 78744
$1,100
Studio · 1 bath · 415 sq ft
4411 Dovewood DrAustin, TX 78744
7406 Geneva Dr #2B, Austin, TX 78723
$1,149
1 bed · 1 bath · 550 sq ft
7406 Geneva DrAustin, TX 78723
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915 W 21st St #12, Austin, TX 78705
$1,500
Studio · 1 bath · 400 sq ft
915 W 21st StAustin, TX 78705View units
304 E 42nd St, Austin, TX 78751
$1,300
1 bed · 1 bath · 432 sq ft
304 E 42nd StAustin, TX 78751
6809 Ali Cv, Austin, TX 78724
$1,400
2 beds · 1 bath · 920 sq ft
6809 Ali CvAustin, TX 78724
2413 Leon St #103, Austin, TX 78705
$1,400
2 beds · 1 bath · 900 sq ft
2413 Leon StAustin, TX 78705
507 Delmar Ave, Austin, TX 78752
$1,450
3 beds · 1 bath · 600 sq ft
507 Delmar AveAustin, TX 78752
6601 Galindo St, Austin, TX 78741
$1,460
2 beds · 1 bath · 672 sq ft
6601 Galindo StAustin, TX 78741
4406 Dovewood Dr, Austin, TX 78744
$1,495
3 beds · 1 bath · 959 sq ft
4406 Dovewood DrAustin, TX 78744
12931 Marimba Trl, Austin, TX 78729
$1,495
2 beds · 1 bath · 811 sq ft
12931 Marimba TrlAustin, TX 78729
11205 Selma Dr, Austin, TX 78758
$1,499
2 beds · 1 bath · 1,000 sq ft
11205 Selma DrAustin, TX 78758
2302 Leon St #3, Austin, TX 78705
$1,500
Studio · 1 bath · 350 sq ft
2302 Leon StAustin, TX 78705View units
11907 Barrington Way, Austin, TX 78759
$1,500
1 bed · 1 bath · 800 sq ft
11907 Barrington WayAustin, TX 78759
1315 McKie Cv, Austin, TX 78752
$1,500
2 beds · 1 bath · 1,075 sq ft
1315 McKie CvAustin, TX 78752
4423 Magin Meadow Dr, Austin, TX 78744
$1,500
3 beds · 2 baths · 1,456 sq ft
4423 Magin Meadow DrAustin, TX 78744
9604 Blue Creek Ln, Austin, TX 78758
$1,525
3 beds · 1.5 baths · 1,137 sq ft
9604 Blue Creek LnAustin, TX 78758
9606 Sugar Hill Dr, Austin, TX 78748
$1,550
2 beds · 1 bath · 1,823 sq ft
9606 Sugar Hill DrAustin, TX 78748
4504 Secure Ln, Austin, TX 78725
$1,550
2 beds · 1 bath · 810 sq ft
4504 Secure LnAustin, TX 78725
2419 Wilson St, Austin, TX 78704
$1,575
1 bed · 1 bath · 530 sq ft
2419 Wilson StAustin, TX 78704
15804 FM 1826, Austin, TX 78737
$1,595
2 beds · 1 bath · 1,200 sq ft
15804 FM 1826Austin, TX 78737
4523 Credo Ln, Austin, TX 78725
$1,595
3 beds · 2 baths · 1,264 sq ft
4523 Credo LnAustin, TX 78725
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7505 Aspen Brook Dr, Austin, TX 78744
$1,595
3 beds · 2 baths · 1,324 sq ft
7505 Aspen Brook DrAustin, TX 78744
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5601B Purple Sage Dr, Austin, TX 78724
$1,595
2 beds · 2 baths · 1,049 sq ft
5601B Purple Sage DrAustin, TX 78724
6002 Idlewood Cv, Austin, TX 78745
$1,595
3 beds · 1.5 baths · 962 sq ft
6002 Idlewood CvAustin, TX 78745
4906 Turnstone Dr, Austin, TX 78744
$1,599
3 beds · 2 baths · 1,040 sq ft
4906 Turnstone DrAustin, TX 78744
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9524 Quail Village Ln, Austin, TX 78758
$1,600
2 beds · 1.5 baths · 1,298 sq ft
9524 Quail Village LnAustin, TX 78758
306 E Powell Ln, Austin, TX 78753
$1,600
2 beds · 1 bath · 886 sq ft
306 E Powell LnAustin, TX 78753
5105 Pepper Ln, Austin, TX 78744
$1,600
2 beds · 1 bath · 880 sq ft
5105 Pepper LnAustin, TX 78744
2412 Village Walk, Austin, TX 78744
$1,645
3 beds · 2 baths · 1,030 sq ft
2412 Village WalkAustin, TX 78744
6304 Hudson Bend Rd, Austin, TX 78734
$1,645
2 beds · 2 baths · 1,224 sq ft
6304 Hudson Bend RdAustin, TX 78734
4314 Dudley Dr, Austin, TX 78735
$1,650
1 bed · 1 bath · 750 sq ft
4314 Dudley DrAustin, TX 78735
3410B Werner Ave, Austin, TX 78722
$1,650
1 bed · 1 bath · 400 sq ft
3410B Werner AveAustin, TX 78722

Austin Snapshot

Frequently asked questions

How many cheaper, more affordable Rental Houses are available in Austin, TX?

There are currently 1,685 cheaper houses available for rent.

What does "Cheap" mean for rental homes in Austin, TX?

Cheap is a relative term to communicate more "affordable" rental and living expenses. Although a rental property might be found within the "Cheap Houses" search, does not mean it is a low-quality rental. These more affordable single family homes are also relative to the other rental home inventory within Austin. Some areas will be cheaper than others and based on demand, rent will fluctuate.

How to search for Cheap Houses in Austin, TX?

When searching on HotPads for more affordable houses, use the "Sort:" feature to sort single family homes by Lowest Price for Austin. Additionally, set a max price for your search and select "Alert me" to be notified in real-time when "cheaper" houses come on the market.

What are some additional tips for securing a "cheaper" rental home?

Single family homeowners or property managers can be easier to negotiate rental terms with than larger multi-tenant buildings. Here are a couple things that you can discuss to potentially drop monthly rental costs:

Offer to sign a longer lease for lowered monthly rent
Negotiate landscaping or property maintenance for lowered monthly rent
Educate yourself regarding the housing rental market and market rates in Austin. Knowing this will help you accurately negotiate fair rent.

About Austin

Thinking of moving to Austin? Here's what you need to know.

Austin is a one-of-a-kind Texas town. Visitors to the state capital often become residents, falling in love with the array of restaurants, gorgeous natural beauty and truly unique blend of all things Texas. Austin has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing cities in the country, yet many of its nearly one million residents believe that Austin has room to grow. Austin lies on the Colorado River in the center of the state and has a temperate-to-hot climate with summer temperatures averaging 90 degrees. However, winters are generally more moderate and dry and snow is uncommon. There are also 3 major lakes in the city that add beauty to the cityscape.

Austin is known for it's entertainment, music, and culture and residents of Austin surely have the opportunity to take advantage of all. In fact, the official slogan of Austin is 'The Live Music Capital of the World' and has gained notoriety from it's famous music festival, South by Southwest (SXSW). This festival, which began in 1987, boasts over 1400 performers each spring. Apart from SXSW, Austin maintains a great music scene with many independent musicians flocking to the city.

Many Austin residents take a great pride in the individuality and uniqueness of their city, going so far as to adopt the mantra 'Keep Austin Weird.' Through celebrating the 'weirdness' of their city, Austinites have successfully developed a culture unique to the city.

The presence of numerous colleges and universities also give Austin a particular feel and Austin sits atop the polls as one of 'The Best College Towns' in America. In fact, Austin is home to the largest university in the country, The University of Texas at Austin. Whether rallying behind the Longhorns or taking advantage of the educational aspects offered by the school, the University certainly lends its flavor to the city.

Interesting Fact about Austin, TX

Austin is home to numerous well known names including (but not limited to): Matthew McConaughey (actor), Andy Roddick (tennis player), Sandra Bullock (actress), Willie Nelson (country music singer), Lance Armstrong (cyclist), Drew Brees (football player), Lyndon B. Johnson (president),and Michael Dell (founder of Dell).

Who's There?

The vibe of Austin is youthful, no doubt influenced by the University of Texas' flagship campus. The university has 50,000 students enrolled in undergraduate and graduate programs and employs nearly 24,000 full-time employees. Residents are educated, liberal, quirky and affluent. Austin has long been known as a bastion for uniqueness. 'Keep Austin Weird' is not only an unofficial motto of the city, but a way of life. Locals work effortlessly to promote a pulsing community of creativity and innovation, often going out of their way to support local businesses.

What's Around?

The University of Texas at Austin provides a burnt orange backdrop for the whole town, consistently near the top of national rankings for undergraduate and graduate programs. The Colorado River runs right through town, and several large lakes are spread amongst the rolling hills. Floating down the river in inner tubes proves a favorite way for locals to relax and soak up the atmosphere. More daring residents head to Hippie Hollow near Lake Travis to enjoy a state approved 'clothing-optional' day on the water. Aside from the University, computer and technology companies drive the local economy. Dell Computers is based in Austin, employing nearly 15,000 people.

What Do You Do?

Austin is the live music capital of the world, with dozens of shows nightly. Stubbs BBQ, in addition to their top-notch smoked meat, draws nationally touring acts to their indoor and outdoor stages. Annual festivals such as South by Southwest and Austin City Limits draw artists and visitors from all across the country, showcasing music and art of all varieties. A walk down famous 6th Street offers a great display of the thriving nightlife in Austin. Students, executives, bikers and bachelorette parties all blend together into the wee hours of the night. The highly active population is on full display in Austin?s many parks and the 50 public swimming holes that are part of the award winning Parks Department. Zilker Park, located right on the Colorado River, offers residents biking, jogging, ultimate Frisbee and even Quidditch.