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South Congress Square
500 S Congress Ave
Austin, TX 78704
Austin, TX 78704
- 1–2 Bedrooms
- 713–925 Square Feet
About South Congress Square
Located in the heart of South Congress Avenue, South Congress Square pairs upscale living with the distinctive spirit of Austin, Texas. Our location is second-to-none, within walking distance of some of Austin's best restaurants, entertainment, shopping along South Congress Avenue. We are less than a five-minute drive from downtown, Zilker Park, Barton Springs, and grocers including Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, and HEB. Our apartment homes are newly-renovated, and on-site features include an outdoor grilling station, community pool, a courtyard for your furry family members to run, and laundry rooms. Your new home offers a SoCo boho-chic vibe, stainless steel appliances, high-speed internet, Nest thermostats, and walk-in closets all within a spacious floor plan. Contact us for more information!
South Congress Square is located in the SoCo Neighborhood and 78704 Zip code of Austin, TX.
Unique Features and Amenities
- Alt Floorplan
- City View
- City Views
- Covered Parking
- First Floor Apartment
- Green View
- Newly Renovated Interiors
- On-site Laundry Facilities
- Outdoor Grilling Station
- Polished Concrete Flooring
- Private Balcony
- Private Yard
- Second Floor - Top Floor
- Spacious Floorplans
- Swimming Pool with Sundeck
- Third Floor Apartment
- Upgrade Package
Property Contact Info
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Office Hours
| Monday | 9:00 am–6:00 pm |
| Tuesday | 9:00 am–6:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 9:00 am–6:00 pm |
| Thursday | 9:00 am–6:00 pm |
| Friday | 9:00 am–6:00 pm |
| Saturday | 10:00 am–5:00 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Floorplan Pricing and Availability
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Floorplan A1
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 713 sq ftModel Gallery
Floorplans
Availability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable A1 713 sq ft Model Amenities and Features
Features
- Air Conditioning
- Ceiling Fans
- Heating
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Living Space
- Dining Room
Unique Features
- Alt Floorplan
- City View
- First Floor Apartment
- Green View
- Newly Renovated Interiors
- Private Yard
- Second Floor - Top Floor
- Third Floor Apartment
- Upgrade Package
Apartment Model: A11 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 713 sq ftUnavailableFloor plans are artist's rendering. All dimensions are approximate. Actual product and specifications may vary in dimension or detail. Not all features are available in every rental home. Please see a representative for details.
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A1 - Floorplan A1 w/Study
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 925 sq ftAvailability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable A1 w/Study 925 sq ft 2 Bedrooms
Floorplan B1
2 Beds, 1 Bath, 925 sq ftAvailable Sep 1Model Gallery
Floorplans
Availability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft September 1, 2026 343 925 Unit 343 Amenities and Features
Features
- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- Ceiling Fans
- Heating
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Lawn and Yard
- Private Yard
Living Space
- Dining Room
- Family Room
Unique Features
- Alt Floorplan
- First Floor Apartment
- Green View
- Newly Renovated Interiors
- Second Floor - Top Floor
- Third Floor Apartment
- Upgrade Package
Views
- City View
Apartment Model: B12 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 925 sq ftAvailable September 1, 2026Floor plans are artist's rendering. All dimensions are approximate. Actual product and specifications may vary in dimension or detail. Not all features are available in every rental home. Please see a representative for details.
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B1 - Floorplan Apartment Unit: 343Apartment Model: B12 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 925 sq ftAvailable September 1, 2026
Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
Property Information
- 115 Units
- 3 Stories
- Built in 1971
- Renovated In 2020
Fees and Policies
The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.
Required Fees
Utilities
- Stormwater / Drainage Admin FeeiMax of 1. Management of community stormwater drainage and runoff infrastructure Charged Per Unit.$2.50/mo
- Utility Water / Wastewater Admin FeeiMax of 1. $1.92 - Water Base Charge Covers administrative costs associated with billing and managing water utility services. Charged Per Unit.Varies/mo
- Pest Control ServicesiMax of 1. Regular pest prevention and treatment services. Charged Per Unit.$3.00/mo
- Common Area UtilitiesiMax of 1. Shared utility costs in community common areas. Charged per unit.Varies/mo
- Trash AdminiMax of 1. Administrative costs for managing trash service billing, coordination, and related expenses for your apartment. Charged per unit.$3.00/mo
Other Fees and Policies
Situational Fees
- Reletting FeeiMax of 1. 85% of base rent. An expense associated with re-renting a unit after early lease termination. Charged Per Occurrence.Varies/per occurrence
- Lease ViolationiMax of 1. Varies $50 - $100. Fee for non-compliance with lease terms or community policies. Charged Per Occurrence.Varies/per occurrence
- Legal / Eviction FeeiMax of 1. Costs associated with an eviction proceeding. Charged Per Occurrence.Varies/per occurrence
- Utility - Non-transferred Utility FeeiMax of 1. $50.00 Charge for utility costs not moved to resident’s name. Charged Per Occurrence.Varies/per occurrence
- MTM Flat FeeiMax of 1. Month to Month Flat Fee Charged Per Unit.$300.00/mo
- NSF Tenant FeeiMax of 1. NSF Tenant Fee Charged Per Occurrence.$30.00/per occurrence
- Late Fee (Percentage)iMax of 1. Calculated as a percentage of the base rent amount. Charged Per Occurrence.10.0% of base rent/per occurrence
- Renters Liability Non-ComplianceiMax of 1. Fee for not maintaining required renter’s liability insurance coverage. Charged Per Occurrence.$25.00/per occurrence
- Security Deposit (Refundable)iMax of 1. Refundable deposit covering potential damages and unpaid rent per lease terms. Charged Per Unit.$500-$1500
- Concession RepaymentiMax of 1. Varies - equal to 2 months of rent. Tenant repayment of rent discounts if lease terms are not met. Charged Per Occurrence.Varies/per occurrence
- Early Lease Termination / BuyoutiMax of 1. Equal to 2 month's rent. Buyout for ending lease agreement before its scheduled end date. Charged Per Occurrence.Varies/per occurrence
- Insufficient Move-out Notice FeeiMax of 1. Varies - equal to 2 months of rent. Charge for not providing proper advance notice before move-out. Charged Per Unit.Varies
- Utility - Vacant Cost RecoveryiMax of 1. $50.00 Utility costs incurred while the unit was unoccupied. Charged Per Unit.Varies
Personal Add-Ons
- Utility - ElectriciMax of 1. Cost of electricity usage for your apartment. Charged per unit.Usage-Based/mo
- Renter Liability - Third PartyiMax of 1. Expense related to required liability coverage through a third-party provider. Charged per unit.Varies/mo
- Utility - Stormwater / DrainageiMax of 1. $14.07 (Drain Admin $1.95 / Drainage $12.12 Local stormwater management and drainage system fee. Charged per unit.Varies/mo
- Utility - Water / SeweriMax of 1. Varies - Usage Based. Water usage and wastewater removal costs. Charged per unit.Varies/mo
Comments:
Max of 1.
Pet Fees
- Pet FeeiMax of 2. Pet Fee Charged Per Pet.Varies
- Pet FeeiMax of 2. Fee for allowing pets in the home. Charged Per Pet.$400.00
- Pet RentiMax of 2. monthly charge for keeping a pet in the home. Charged Per Pet.$20.00/mo
- 2 Pet Limit
- 2 Pet Limit
Comments:
Max of 2.
Cats
None
Comments: | Restrictions: None
Dogs
None
Comments: | Restrictions: None
Others
AllowedParking Info and Fees
- Surface Lot
- 1 Max
- Other
Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
Features and Amenities
Living Area Features
- Walk In Closets
Map
500 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704
- Shopping
- Colleges
- Grocery
- Medical
- Parks
- Transportation
- Nearby Properties
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Renters Reviews and Ratings
So terrible
July 1, 2024 - Review from Apartments.com
Do yourself a favor, and find somewhere else to live! This place has terrible management, is crawling with unhoused individuals (there is a homeless camp on premises that management does nothing about), mailboxes get broken into and items get stolen constantly, they send you random charges, there are big roaches in the apartments. The laundry machines are an absolute joke - they all smell like pee and are used mostly by members of the unhoused camp. It is overall a terrible place to live and I ...
highly suggest you look elsewhere - you can find much more affordable, cleaner, safer places than this. Beware!
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Run by Children
March 22, 2023 - Review from Apartments.com
This place is a mess. Managed by terrible people with no respect for others. There is a reason this place is cheaply priced.
Best Price for downtown Austin location
August 18, 2015 - Review from Apartments.com
I've lived here for 15 years (minus an 8 month gap) and have absolutely no plans of moving within the foreseeable future! Why, you might ask? First, you can't beat the price for downtown Austin. Sure, I'm south of the river, but if you know Austin, so is ACL, Blues on the Green, Fun Fun Fun Fest, The Reggae Festival and many more events on Auditorium Shores. I can enjoy a walk on Lady Bird Lake, take a dip in Barton Springs, watch the bats any night of the week, and enjoy the sites and sounds of ...
both South Congress and downtown Austin without ever getting in my vehicle. I can even bicycle or walk to Whole Foods for a few groceries if necessary. If you're a student, The University of Texas is also a short drive or bus ride away. Surprisingly, with all of the events going on in Austin, the complex itself is actually pretty quiet.One maintenance guy lives on sight and is always quick to respond due to the 24 hour emergency line and you can even pay your rent or log any request through an online portal. Almost all the neighbors are friendly and look out for each other and 24 hour towing assures residents will always be able to park. The only downfalls are the lack of amenities (I have a pool and centralized washer/dryers) and that's about it, but at this price, that's a minor thing. The apartments aren't fancy, but are by no means run down. Do yourself a favor and at least take a look!
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Nearby Schools
Fulmore Middle School
Austin Independent School District
201 East Mary Street
Public School - Grades 6-8 (1107 Students)
In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.9 miles away
Travis High School
Austin Independent School District
1211 East Oltorf Street
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1137 Students)
In Attendance Zone5 minute drive / 1.7 miles away
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Points of Interest
Time and distance from South Congress Square.
Arts Museums and Landmarks
Big Box and Retail
Walgreens
2501 S Lamar Blvd
5 minute drive / 1.92 miles away
Goodwill
2800 S Lamar Blvd
4 minute drive / 2.18 miles away
Walmart
600-710 E Ben White Blvd
5 minute drive / 2.7 miles away
Colleges and Universities
Groceries
Heb
2400 S Congress Ave
4 minute drive / 1.5 miles away
H-E-B
2400 S Congress Ave
4 minute drive / 1.51 miles away
Hospitals
Dell Seton Medical Center At The University Of Texas
601 E 15th Street
4 minute drive / 1.45 miles away
Hotspots
Military Bases
Camp Mabry Military Reserve
8 minute drive / 4.13 miles away
Parks and Recreation
South Congress Square has 5 parks within 3.2 miles, including Umlauf Sculpture Garden, Barton Springs Pool, Deep Eddy, Lions Golf Course, and Hancock Golf Course.
Restaurants and Dining
Shopping Centers
South Congress Square has 5 shopping centers within 0.9 miles.
Transit Stations
Martin Luther King, Jr. Station-Capital MetroRail
1719 Alexander Avenue
6 minute drive / 2.81 miles away
Nearby Neighborhoods
Rental Price Ranges in the Area
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Studio Apartments | $1,284 | $627 | $5,053 |
| Austin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,465 | $500 | $10,000+ |
| Austin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,854 | $624 | $10,000+ |
| Austin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,181 | $685 | $10,000+ |
| Austin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,031 | $575 | $10,000+ |
| Austin 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,946 | $830 | $7,347 |
| Austin 6 Bedroom Apartments | $2,107 | $814 | $10,000+ |
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