Is a furnished apartment near University of Texas at Austin actually cheaper once move-in and move-out costs are included?

By CollegeHousing.ai · Sources checked September 7, 2026

DIRECT ANSWER

Use the current UT Austin housing/off-campus source as the school-policy anchor, then verify the exact address, unit, lease dates and party you are paying. Do not let a generic “student housing” label substitute for the actual contract and unit.

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Use the current UT Austin housing/off-campus source as the school-policy anchor, then verify the exact address, unit, lease dates and party you are paying. Do not let a generic “student housing” label substitute for the actual contract and unit.

Before committing near University of Texas at Austin, verify the exact property, dates and applicable current rules. Confirm any important payment, availability or contract term with the party responsible for it.

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Sources & verification

UT Austin — Off-Campus Housing Marketplace Current UT Austin university source
UT Austin — Off-Campus Living Resources Current UT Austin university source
Federal Trade Commission — Rental Listing Scams Primary public guidance
HUD Housing Counselor Study Guide — Renting costs and responsibilities Primary public guidance

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$1,000/mo

Heritage · 1.1 mi to campus

1 beds · 1 baths

Source checked 2026-09-12

$1,050/mo

Greater South River City · 2.9 mi to campus

1 beds · 1 baths

Source checked 2026-09-12

$1,050/mo

Central Austin · 0.7 mi to campus

1 beds · 1 baths

Source checked 2026-09-12

Campus distances are straight-line estimates.

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