




- Student Housing
- 2–4 Bedrooms
- $709-$1,249 Pricing
- 878–1,698 Square Feet
Rent Specials
SIGN WITHIN 24 HOURS TO GET ONE MONTH FREE~~Looking for your next home? Now is the perfect time to lease with us! For a limited time, receive one month’s rent FREE PLUS waived application fees when you sign your lease within 24 hours of applying. -- Spacious floor plans, great amenities, and an unbeatable special — it’s everything you’ve been looking for! -- One Month’s Rent FREE | Application Fees Waived | Limited-Time Offer -- Contact our office today to schedule a tour and lock in this amazing deal before it’s gone!
About Sparq on Rio
LIMITED AVAILABILITY REMAINING FOR FALL 2026! RATES STARTING AS LOW AS $709 PER PERSON! SUMMER SPECIALS: NEXT 25 PEOPLE TO SIGN GET ONE MONTH FREE | 3% DISCOUNT FOR TRAVEL NURSES, INTERNS, & CORPORATE PARTNERS | OVERSIZED PRIVATE ROOMS (NO SHARING) The next 25 people to sign a lease for fall will get ONE MONTH FREE when you sign within 24 hours of applying. Plus, you can also take advantage of a 3% discount for traveling nurses, interns, & corporate partners, and secure a large private bedroom without having to share. *Limited Time Offer. Restrictions apply. Contact our office for more details. Sparq on Rio brings modern shared living to the heart of West Campus, offering fully furnished apartments and townhomes just steps from the University of Texas at Austin. Designed for students who want more space, convenience, and connection, our community features individual private bedrooms, private bedroom and bathroom combinations, and shared double occupancy room options to fit a variety of lifestyles and budgets. Choose from spacious 2-, 3-, and 4-bedroom floor plans equipped with contemporary finishes, custom furniture packages, full-size washer and dryer sets, electronic keyless entry, and high-speed internet included. Whether you're looking for a more private setup or a shared living experience with friends, Sparq on Rio offers flexible options in one of Austin's most walkable student neighborhoods. Beyond your apartment, residents enjoy access to premium community amenities including a 24-hour fitness center, resort-style swimming pool, outdoor grilling patio, covered parking garage, and entertainment lounge featuring billiards and ping pong. Expansive community spaces and modern architectural design create an elevated off-campus experience built around student life. Located in the center of West Campus, Sparq on Rio places residents within walking distance of UT Austin's most recognizable landmarks, academic buildings, libraries, dining halls, and student hotspots along The Drag. From the UT Tower and PCL to Gregory Gym, Moody College, McCombs, and Cockrell School of Engineering, campus is right outside your door. Downtown Austin, Lady Bird Lake, Zilker Park, and the city's top entertainment districts are also just minutes away. Explore our floor plans, amenities, photos, and neighborhood to see why Sparq on Rio is redefining off-campus housing near UT Austin. Schedule your tour or start your application online today.
Sparq on Rio is located in the West Campus Austin Neighborhood and 78705 Zip code of Austin, TX. This community is professionally managed by Vie Management
Unique Features and Amenities
- Best Value in West Campus
- Bike Share Access
- High Speed Internet Included
- In-Unit Laundry
- Other
- Private Bedrooms & Bathrooms Available
- Resident Life Events
- Roommate Matching Services
- Simple Online Bill Pay
- Spacious Apartment Floorplans
- Walking Distance to UT
Property Contact Info

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- (737) 400-0486
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Office Hours
| Monday | 10:00 am–5:00 pm |
| Tuesday | 10:00 am–5:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 10:00 am–5:00 pm |
| Thursday | 10:00 am–5:00 pm |
| Friday | 10:00 am–5:00 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Floorplan Pricing and Availability
Sparq on Rio offers 2 to 4 Bedroom apartments starting from $709 and having 878–1,698 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:
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San Antonio
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft $1,349 Available Soon San Antonio 878 sq ft Model Amenities and Features
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- Best Value in West Campus
- High Speed Internet Included
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- Private Bedrooms & Bathrooms Available
- Roommate Matching Services
- Simple Online Bill Pay
- Spacious Apartment Floorplans
- Walking Distance to UT
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- $1,349
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft $1,389 Available Soon Guadalupe 888 sq ft Model Amenities and Features
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- Best Value in West Campus
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- Private Bedrooms & Bathrooms Available
- Roommate Matching Services
- Simple Online Bill Pay
- Spacious Apartment Floorplans
- Walking Distance to UT
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- $1,389
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Guadalupe - Floorplan Salado
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 894 sq ftAvailable SoonLargest 2 BedroomThis is the largest 2 Bedroom at this PropertyModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft $1,229 Available Soon Salado 894 sq ft Model Amenities and Features
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- Best Value in West Campus
- High Speed Internet Included
- In-Unit Laundry
- Other
- Private Bedrooms & Bathrooms Available
- Roommate Matching Services
- Simple Online Bill Pay
- Spacious Apartment Floorplans
- Walking Distance to UT
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- $1,229
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Nueces
From $749
3 Beds, 3 Baths, 1495 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft View Details $749/person Available Now Shared 1495 $1,249/person Available Now Signature Private Room 1495 Model Amenities and Features
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- Best Value in West Campus
- High Speed Internet Included
- In-Unit Laundry
- Other
- Private Bedrooms & Bathrooms Available
- Roommate Matching Services
- Simple Online Bill Pay
- Spacious Apartment Floorplans
- Walking Distance to UT
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- $749 - $1,249
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- Ceiling Fans
- Washer/Dryer
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
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- Furnished
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- Best Value in West Campus
- High Speed Internet Included
- In-Unit Laundry
- Other
- Private Bedrooms & Bathrooms Available
- Roommate Matching Services
- Simple Online Bill Pay
- Spacious Apartment Floorplans
- Walking Distance to UT
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- $749
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- $749 - $1,249
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- Ceiling Fans
- Washer/Dryer
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- Dishwasher
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- Best Value in West Campus
- High Speed Internet Included
- In-Unit Laundry
- Other
- Private Bedrooms & Bathrooms Available
- Roommate Matching Services
- Simple Online Bill Pay
- Spacious Apartment Floorplans
- Walking Distance to UT
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- $1,249
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- $749 - $1,249
Apartment Model: NuecesFrom $7493 Bedroom, 3 Bath, 1495 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
Nueces - Floorplan Apartment Unit: SharedApartment Model: Nueces$7493 Bedroom, 3 Bath, 1495 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: Signature Private RoomApartment Model: Nueces$1,2493 Bedroom, 3 Bath, 1495 sq ftAvailable NowSan Pedro
From $829
3 Beds, 3 Baths, 1565 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft View Details $1,109/person Available Now Private 1565 $829/person Available Now Shared 1565 Model Amenities and Features
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- Dishwasher
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- Furnished
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- Best Value in West Campus
- High Speed Internet Included
- In-Unit Laundry
- Other
- Private Bedrooms & Bathrooms Available
- Roommate Matching Services
- Simple Online Bill Pay
- Spacious Apartment Floorplans
- Walking Distance to UT
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- $829 - $1,109
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- Furnished
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- Ceiling Fans
- Washer/Dryer
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- Dishwasher
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- Best Value in West Campus
- High Speed Internet Included
- In-Unit Laundry
- Other
- Private Bedrooms & Bathrooms Available
- Roommate Matching Services
- Simple Online Bill Pay
- Spacious Apartment Floorplans
- Walking Distance to UT
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- $1,109
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- $829 - $1,109
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- Ceiling Fans
- Washer/Dryer
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- Dishwasher
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- Best Value in West Campus
- High Speed Internet Included
- In-Unit Laundry
- Other
- Private Bedrooms & Bathrooms Available
- Roommate Matching Services
- Simple Online Bill Pay
- Spacious Apartment Floorplans
- Walking Distance to UT
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- $829
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- $829 - $1,109
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Rio Grande
From $709
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft View Details $969/person Available Now Private 1698 $709/person Available Now Shared 1698 $1,199/person Available Now Signature Private Room 1698 Model Amenities and Features
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- Ceiling Fans
- Washer/Dryer
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
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- Furnished
Unique Features
- Best Value in West Campus
- High Speed Internet Included
- In-Unit Laundry
- Other
- Private Bedrooms & Bathrooms Available
- Roommate Matching Services
- Simple Online Bill Pay
- Spacious Apartment Floorplans
- Walking Distance to UT
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Model Price Range
- $709 - $1,199
Unit Private Amenities and Features
Unique Amenities
- Furnished
Features
- Ceiling Fans
- Washer/Dryer
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
Unique Features
- Best Value in West Campus
- High Speed Internet Included
- In-Unit Laundry
- Other
- Private Bedrooms & Bathrooms Available
- Roommate Matching Services
- Simple Online Bill Pay
- Spacious Apartment Floorplans
- Walking Distance to UT
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- $969
View Details and Rent EstimateModel Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $709 - $1,199
Unit Shared Amenities and Features
Unique Amenities
- Furnished
Features
- Ceiling Fans
- Washer/Dryer
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
Unique Features
- Best Value in West Campus
- High Speed Internet Included
- In-Unit Laundry
- Other
- Private Bedrooms & Bathrooms Available
- Roommate Matching Services
- Simple Online Bill Pay
- Spacious Apartment Floorplans
- Walking Distance to UT
Unit Shared Rent and Fees
Unit Price
- $709
View Details and Rent EstimateModel Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $709 - $1,199
Unit Signature Private Room Amenities and Features
Features
- Ceiling Fans
- Washer/Dryer
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
Services
- Furnished
Unique Features
- Best Value in West Campus
- High Speed Internet Included
- In-Unit Laundry
- Other
- Private Bedrooms & Bathrooms Available
- Roommate Matching Services
- Simple Online Bill Pay
- Spacious Apartment Floorplans
- Walking Distance to UT
Unit Signature Private Room Rent and Fees
Unit Price
- $1,199
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- $709 - $1,199
Apartment Model: Rio GrandeFrom $7094 Bedroom, 4 Bath, 1698 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
Rio Grande - Floorplan Apartment Unit: PrivateApartment Model: Rio Grande$9694 Bedroom, 4 Bath, 1698 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: SharedApartment Model: Rio Grande$7094 Bedroom, 4 Bath, 1698 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: Signature Private RoomApartment Model: Rio Grande$1,1994 Bedroom, 4 Bath, 1698 sq ftAvailable Now
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Property Information
- 74 Units
- 6 Stories
- Built in 2006
- Furnished
Lease Terms
- 5, 10, 12 mo
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. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.
Required Fees
One-Time Basics
- Due at Application
- Security Deposit - RefundableiCharged Per Applicant.$50.00
- Due at Move-In
- Administrative FeeiCharged Per Resident.$150.00
Utilities
- Pest ControliCharged Per Resident.$5.00/mo
- Recycling ChargeiCharged Per Resident.$10.00/mo
- Trash FeeiCharged per unit.$10.00/mo
Other Fees and Policies
Personal Add-Ons
- Renter's InsuranceiOptional, residents can obtain their own. Charged Per Resident.$18.00/mo
Pet Fees
- Cat
- One-Time Pet FeeiMax of 1. Charged Per Pet.$300-$300
- Monthly Pet FeeiMax of 1. Charged Per Pet.$25.00
- Dog
- Monthly Pet FeeiMax of 1. Charged Per Pet.$25.00
- One-Time Pet FeeiMax of 1. Charged Per Pet.$300-$300
- Other Pet
- Monthly Pet FeeiMax of 2. Charged Per Pet.$25.00
- 2 Pet Limit
- 50 Lb Weight Limit
Restricted Breeds: Pit Bull (including American Pit Bull Terrier), Staffordshire Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, Rottweiler, Doberman Pinscher, German Shepherd, Husky, Alaskan Malamute, Chow Chow, Akita, Presa Canario, Wolf or Wolf Hybrid, including any mix of the foregoing breeds. Dogs that are mixed with any prohibited breed, have aggressive tendencies, a history of biting, are trained for fighting, or are otherwise deemed dangerous by management are not permitted.<br />Restricted Animals: birds, parrots, toucans, hamsters, gerbils, snakes, frogs, spiders, ferrets or other exotic animals.
Restricted Breeds: Pit Bull (including American Pit Bull Terrier), Staffordshire Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, Rottweiler, Doberman Pinscher, German Shepherd, Husky, Alaskan Malamute, Chow Chow, Akita, Presa Canario, Wolf or Wolf Hybrid, including any mix of the foregoing breeds. Dogs that are mixed with any prohibited breed, have aggressive tendencies, a history of biting, are trained for fighting, or are otherwise deemed dangerous by management are not permitted. <br />Restricted Animals: birds, parrots, toucans, hamsters, gerbils, snakes, frogs, spiders, ferrets or other exotic animals.
Max of 1. PetScreening is required as part of the application process for all applicants. To ensure a welcoming environment and consistent understanding of our pet and animal policies, we use a third-party screening service. All applicants must compl.
Restricted Animals: birds, parrots, toucans, hamsters, gerbils, snakes, frogs, spiders, ferrets or other exotic animals.
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Parking Fees
- Covered
- Parking FeeiCharged Per Vehicle.$150.00/mo
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
On-Site Services
- Composting
- Maintenance On Site
- Pet Play Area
- Recycling
- Community Wide Wi Fi
- Key Fob Entry
Community Features
- Conference Rooms
- Breakfast/Coffee Concierge
- Disposal Chutes
- Lounge
- Business Center
- Clubhouse
- Elevator
Outdoor Features
- Grill
- Fenced Lot
- Controlled Access
- Patio
Recreation and Fitness
- Fitness Center
- Bicycle Storage
- Gameroom
- Pool
Interior Features
- Balcony
- Sprinkler System
- Tub/Shower
- Ceiling Fans
- High Speed Internet Access
- Heating
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Wi Fi
Kitchen Amenities
- Refrigerator
- Oven
- Pantry
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Ice Maker
- Kitchen
- Quartz Countertops
Living Area Features
- Floor To Ceiling Windows
- Large Bedrooms
- Window Coverings
- Vinyl Flooring
Student Features
- Private Bathroom
- Study Lounge
- Roommate Matching
- Walk To Campus
- Individual Leases Available

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Getting Around
90 / 100 Exceptionally walkable
70 / 100 Good public transit
80 / 100 Very Bikeable
50 / 100 Fairly car friendly
Getting to Know the Area
90 / 100 Restaurants
90 / 100 Cafes
90 / 100 Nightlife
80 / 100 Shopping
90 / 100 Parks
80 / 100 Noise Level
Frequently Asked Questions about Sparq on Rio
Where is Sparq on Rio located?
Sparq on Rio is located at 2704 Rio Grande St near the West Campus Austin area of Austin, TX
What is the current rent range at Sparq on Rio?
2 Bedroom to 4 Bedroom Apartments at Sparq on Rio currently range from $709 to $1,389
When is the leasing office open?
- The office Hours for Sparq on Rio are
- Monday 10:00 am–5:00 pm
- Tuesday 10:00 am–5:00 pm
- Wednesday 10:00 am–5:00 pm
- Thursday 10:00 am–5:00 pm
- Friday 10:00 am–5:00 pm
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Are pets allowed?
Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets
Are there any rent specials?
The current rent special at Sparq on Rio is: SIGN WITHIN 24 HOURS TO GET ONE MONTH FREE~~Looking for your next home? Now is the perfect time to lease with us! For a limited time, receive one month’s rent FREE PLUS waived application fees when you sign your lease within 24 hours of applying. -- Spacious floor plans, great amenities, and an unbeatable special — it’s everything you’ve been looking for! -- One Month’s Rent FREE | Application Fees Waived | Limited-Time Offer -- Contact our office today to schedule a tour and lock in this amazing deal before it’s gone!.
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Nearby Schools
Austin High School
Bryker Woods Elementary School
O Henry Middle
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Points of Interest
Time and distance from Sparq on Rio.
Arts Museums and Landmarks
Big Box and Retail
Walgreen's
Walgreens
Goodwill
Colleges and Universities
Groceries
Heb
Hospitals
Dell Seton Medical Center At The University Of Texas
Hotspots
6th Street
Military Bases
Camp Mabry Military Reserve
Parks and Recreation
Sparq on Rio has 5 parks within 2.4 miles, including Hancock Golf Course, Deep Eddy, Lions Golf Course, Barton Springs Pool, and Umlauf Sculpture Garden.
Restaurants and Dining
Torchy's Tacos
Hoffbrau Steak House
Stubb's
Shopping Centers
Sparq on Rio has 5 shopping centers within 0.7 miles.
Transit Stations
Martin Luther King, Jr. Station-Capital MetroRail
Nearby Neighborhoods
Rental Price Ranges in the Area
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Studio Apartments | $1,331 | $565 | $5,053 |
| Austin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,472 | $587 | $10,000+ |
| Austin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,867 | $624 | $10,000+ |
| Austin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,237 | $695 | $10,000+ |
| Austin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,099 | $575 | $10,000+ |
| Austin 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,135 | $845 | $7,207 |
| Austin 6 Bedroom Apartments | $2,657 | $814 | $10,000+ |
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Max of 1. PetScreening is required as part of the application process for all applicants. To ensure a welcoming environment and consistent understanding of our pet and animal policies, we use a third-party screening service. All applicants must compl.