Austin/ Real Estate & Development
Published on May 29, 2020
Budget apartments for rent in West University, Austin King Street. | Photo: Zumper

West University is a "walker's paradise," is easy to get around on a bicycle and has good transit options, according to Walk Score's rating system.

So what does the low-end rent on a rental in West University look like these days — and what might you get for the price?

We took a look at local listings in West University via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide to find out what price-conscious apartment seekers can expect to find in this Austin neighborhood.

Take a look at the cheapest listings available right now, below. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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7401 N. Lamar Blvd.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Listed at $805/month, this 500-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, located at 7401 N. Lamar Blvd., is 26.8% less than the $1,100/month median rent for a one bedroom in West University.

Building amenities include secured entry and on-site laundry. Also, expect a walk-in closet in the apartment. Pet owners, take heed: This property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly.

(See the complete listing here.)

1000 W. 26th St.

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This studio apartment, situated at 1000 W. 26th St., is listed for $850/month for its 400 square feet.

In the unit, you're promised a fireplace and hardwood flooring. Pet owners, take heed: This rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.

(See the complete listing here.)

King Street

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Then there's this 415-square-foot apartment on King Street, listed at $920/month.

The apartment features a dishwasher, a walk-in closet and a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting. Pet lovers are in luck: This rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

(See the listing here.)

2812 Rio Grande St.

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Check out this 350-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 2812 Rio Grande St., listed at $935/month.

Building amenities include assigned parking and on-site laundry. The unit also includes air conditioning and hardwood flooring. Pet lovers are in luck: This rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly.

(Here's the listing.)


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