
Cheap Studio Apartments for Rent in the Central East Austin Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $615 (75 Rentals)


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The Rail

The Rebekah

Seabrook Square

Parker Heights & Flats Apartments

901 Springdale Rd

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Miller Square & Spanish Trails

924 E Dean Keeton St

202 E 32nd St
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Platform

2609 E Cesar Chavez St

1902 Nueces St

1600 West Ave

Fountain Terrace Apartments

1400 Rio Grande Apartments

Placemakr Downtown Austin

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Lirica

Pearl Springdale

1906 San Gabriel St
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Corazon

West Campus Flats

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The Arnold

Barranca Square Apartments

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2802 Whitis Avenue

1010 W 26th St

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The Hive Red River

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SoCo on the Lake

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Lakeshore Pearl

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Trailhead East
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Berkshire Riverview

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Nexus East

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E6

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Trailhead

Eastside Station

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Alexan Rivercrest

The Breakers on the Lake

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Alexan Riverside

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Sabina
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Crescent

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Marq Uptown

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Starlight

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THE EASTWOOD

The Weaver

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The Emma Browning

3515 Webberville Rd

Furnished Studio-Austin - Downtown - Town Lake

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Bridge at the Blockyard

The Works at Pleasant Valley
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Central East Austin, Austin, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central East Austin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
Central East Austin Studio Apartments | $1,602 | $615 | $5,053 |
| Central East Austin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,197 | $749 | $10,000+ |
| Central East Austin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,003 | $649 | $10,000+ |
| Central East Austin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,439 | $604 | $10,000+ |
| Central East Austin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,500 | $489 | $7,180 |
| Central East Austin 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,186 | $845 | $10,000+ |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCentral East Austin, Austin, TX
Ranked #7
Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central East Austin Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Central East Austin?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Central East Austin is under $803.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central East Austin?
The cheapest apartment in Central East Austin is Mesh Apartments which is listed at $669, while the average apartment in Central East Austin costs $18,995.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central East Austin?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 292 regular apartments in Central East Austin that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Central East Austin?
Cheap apartments in Central East Austin have an average cost of $879 which is $18,116 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central East Austin.
Expert Rental Resources
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Austin, TX
Written by: Raul Mercado
I'm Raul, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com local expert for Austin, Texas.

Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Austin
Written by: Raul Mercado
For many people the College years are some of the best years of your life. And you can certainly make the most of those years by finding the perfect place around your campus to call home.

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Written by: Raul Mercado
Hi, I’m Raul, the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Guide for Austin. I’ve called the area home long enough to know all the shortcuts and best places to check out and am happy to share them with you today.

Work-Life Balance in Austin: Find Your Perfect Apartment Near Top Employers
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Hello! I’m Raul, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com local expert for Austin, Texas. I’ve spent years exploring Austin’s neighborhoods throughout my time living in this great city in different apartments and homes.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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Written by: Bob Mallory
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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

