Filed under Colleges & Universities on August 18th, 2009:
10 Most Affordable Apartments Near the University of Texas
If you are a student at the University of Texas in Austin, you are probably watching your budget. One way to save money is to share an apartment with a roommate instead of opting for fancy meal plans and over-rated college dorms. Here are Apartment Guide’s top 10 most affordable apartments near the University of Texas.
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#1 Travis Station Apartments –as low as $375
Enjoy a beautifully landscaped community in the heart of Austin. Travis station is a quick 15 minute commute to the University of Texas, plus Austin nightlife is right at your fingertips. Travis Station, with apartments starting at a low $375 offers residents poolside Wi-Fi and a free gourmet coffee bar!
#2 The Village at Riverside –as low as $405
This community is a student oriented community offering resort-style amenities. Not only is this apartment complex within biking distance to the university, you get large private bathrooms and free tanning!
#3 Mission James Place –as low as $429
This apartment complex is just a 15 minute drive to the University of Texas. With seven floor plans to choose from you can live in a trendy, urban setting in downtown Austin. No need to go to the laundry mat. Each unit comes equipped with a washer and dryer!
#4 Lafayette Landing/English Aire –as low as $452
9 minutes away from the college’s campus, Lafayette Landing accepts pets, offers public transportation, and has on-site laundry facilities. The most affordable unit is the efficiency starting as $452 per month.
#5 Montecito Apartments –as low as $499
How would you like to study near a wood-burning fireplace or do your homework on your private balconies or patio? Covered carports protect your vehicle in this apartment complex, only 10 minutes away from the University of Texas.
#6 Salado at Walnut Creek –as low as $499
Designed to live like homes, Salado at Walnut Creek features two pools, a lighted sports court, sand volleyball, and a community laundry center. The studios start a $499. It takes only 13 minutes to get the University of Texas.
#7 Forest Hills –as low as $499
Only 4 and half miles from the University of Texas, a Forest Hills apartment is best described as an “oasis in the midst of a thriving city.” One bedroom apartments start at $499. Need to organize a study group? Take advantage of the two beautiful club houses on the property.
#8 Bainbridge Villas –as low as $500
For 500 dollars a month, you get a pet-friendly apartment complex with large closets, a pool and a playground. It will take you a mere 13 minutes to get to class and for your shopping convenience; you will be located within a stone’s throw of the Southwood mall.
#9 Cameron Greens –as low as $500
For 500 dollars you get a one bedroom, one bath apartment. Location is everything. Within walking distance to shopping centers, restaurants and bars, Cameron Greens Apartments is only a 9 minute drive to the University of Texas.
#10 Promontory Point –as low as $509
Located minutes from the UT shuttle, Promontory Point features apartments with vaulted ceilings, fireplaces, and large patios. Not only will you be close to campus, but you will also be located near major employers such as Applied Materials, Motorola, Apple, Samsung, USPS and UPS. You may not even have to move after getting a job after college!
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April Lentini writes for http://austin.apartmentguide.com