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Soco at Alpine
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Silver Creek Apartments
2900 S 1st StAustin, TX 78704
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4900 E Oltorf StAustin, TX 78741
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Estates at East Riverside
1300 Crossing PlAustin, TX 78741
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130 Cumberland RdAustin, TX 78704
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3508 S 1st StAustin, TX 78704
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3200 S 1st StAustin, TX 78704
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3601 Willow Springs RdAustin, TX 78704
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3452 Willowrun DrAustin, TX 78704
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125 Woodward StAustin, TX 78704
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Dawson, Austin, TX Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dawson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dawson Studio Apartments | $1,173 | $899 | $1,921 |
| Dawson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,644 | $950 | $3,275 |
| Dawson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,957 | $1,084 | $4,400 |
| Dawson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,083 | $1,544 | $3,800 |
| Dawson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,966 | $1,966 | $1,966 |
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Cheapest Available Dawson Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Dawson area of Austin, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Broadway Condominiums priced from $875. Mission James Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $909. Here are the most affordable Dawson apartments for rent in Austin, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broadway Condominiums | Broadway 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Mission James Place Apartments | S1 | Studio,1BA | $909 |
| The Element Studios | Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Princeton Condominiums | Princeton 1st Floor | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Silver Creek Apartments | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,035 |
| Estates at East Riverside | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,084 |
| Old South Austin Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Establishment | 2BR/2BA - B1 - Classic | 2BR,2BA | $1,149 |
| Stoney Ridge Apartments | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,165 |
| Tree | Mesquite | 1BR,1BA | $1,183 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dawson, TX
As of June 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Dawson area is the $1.45 price per square foot Four Bedroom Model at Estates at East Riverside in the in the Oltorf-East Riverside neighborhood starting from $1,913. The second greatest value Dawson apartment is the Windsor Model at Debut Soco starting at $2,237 with a $1.96 price per square foot in the Southeast Austin neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dawson apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Estates at East Riverside | Four Bedroom | 4BR,4BA | $1.45 |
| Debut Soco | Windsor | 2BR,2BA | $1.96 |
| The Aspect | B2R | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| Establishment | 2BR/2BA - B1 - Classic | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Barton Creek Landing | Governor | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.00 |
| La Cima | One Bedroom - One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Tree | Hickory | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| Silver Creek Apartments | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Oaks Apartments | B-1/1 Yard | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| The Element Studios | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.26 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDawson, Austin, TX
Ranked #139
Among neighborhoods in Austin, TX for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Dawson Neighborhood in Austin, TX
Walk Score®
74 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
61 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
50 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dawson Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Dawson?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Dawson is under $1,183.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Dawson?
The cheapest apartment in Dawson is Broadway Condominiums which is listed at $875, while the average apartment in Dawson costs $1,966.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Dawson?
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 11 regular apartments in Dawson 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 Dawson?
Cheap apartments in Dawson have an average cost of $249 which is $1,717 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Dawson.
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