
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the 2nd Street District Austin, TX from $700 (66 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the 2nd Street District area of Austin.


1400 Rio Grande Apartments

The Ladybird Senior Apartments - 55+

Residences at Saltillo

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SoCo on the Lake

Gibson Flats

The Shoal

The Weaver

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306 E 4th St

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The Bouldin

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The Halifax

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301 E 4th St

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1401 Art Dilly Dr.

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AMLI Eastside

1105 E 6th St

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500 E Riverside Dr, Unit Short Term Rental 5-9 mo

The Bowie

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Coldwater

800 Embassy Dr

Water Marq

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422 at the Lake

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The Waller

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1309 Sabine St

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500 E Riverside Dr

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Fabulous landmark Downtown Austin property! Great downtown neighborhood!
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2nd Street District, Austin, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in 2nd Street District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2nd Street District Studio Apartments | $2,032 | $702 | $5,053 |
| 2nd Street District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,894 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| 2nd Street District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,658 | $1,650 | $10,000+ |
| 2nd Street District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $9,238 | $2,100 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 66 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the 2nd Street District Neighborhood of Austin, TX.
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Cheapest Available 2nd Street District Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the 2nd Street District area of Austin, TX is a Studio unit found at The Rebekah Senior Apartments priced from $702. 1400 Rio Grande Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable 2nd Street District apartments for rent in Austin, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rebekah Senior Apartments | T1- 30% | Studio,1BA | $702 |
| 1400 Rio Grande Apartments | efficiency | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| The Ladybird Senior Apartments - 55+ | A2.c-60% | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Residences at Saltillo | E1 - SMART | Studio,1BA | $1,171 |
| 6th Street West Apartments Austin | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Timbercreek Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,235 |
| The Willows | wilA3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| The Shoal | S3 | Studio,1BA | $1,413 |
| Crescent | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,435 |
| SoCo on the Lake | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,456 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in 2nd Street District, TX
As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the 2nd Street District area is the $2.06 price per square foot 1309 Sabine St Model at 1309 Sabine St in the in the East Austin neighborhood starting from $4,569. The second greatest value 2nd Street District apartment is the #442 Model at Nueces Flats starting at $2,450 with a $1.97 price per square foot in the Central East Austin neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for 2nd Street District apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1309 Sabine St | 1309 Sabine St | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.06 |
| Nueces Flats | #442 | 2BR,2BA | $1.97 |
| The Ladybird Senior Apartments - 55+ | B1.d-80% | 2BR,2BA | $1.67 |
| Fabulous landmark Downtown Austin property! Great downtown neighborhood! | 2 Bedroom/1 Bath - Small (984 sq. ft.) | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| The Beverly at Medical Center | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Townhollow Apartments | b1-745 (Designer) | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| The Halifax | 1X1 + Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| The Willows | wilA2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Timbercreek Apartments | A2 Affordable | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| The Rebekah Senior Apartments | T1- 30% | Studio ,1BA | $1.40 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap 2nd Street District Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in 2nd Street District?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in 2nd Street District is at The Rebekah Senior Apartments listed at $702.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom 2nd Street District Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom 2nd Street District Apartment is $1,100 at The Ladybird Senior Apartments - 55+.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom 2nd Street District Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in 2nd Street District is starting from $1,386 at Timbercreek Apartments.
What is the most affordable 2nd Street District Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap 2nd Street District Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Timbercreek Apartments and starts from $2,072.
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