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130 Cumberland RdAustin, TX 78704
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2526 Durwood StAustin, TX 78704
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125 Woodward StAustin, TX 78704
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2900 S 1st StAustin, TX 78704
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3200 S 1st StAustin, TX 78704
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3508 S 1st StAustin, TX 78704
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3601 Willow Springs RdAustin, TX 78704
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2210 Euclid AveAustin, TX 78704
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Alma Soco
126 W Alpine RdAustin, TX 78704
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Princeton Condominiums
521 Woodward StAustin, TX 78704
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SOCO 121
121 Woodward StAustin, TX 78704
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Karmin 513
513 S Park DrAustin, TX 78704
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Broadway Condominiums
511 Woodward StAustin, TX 78704
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Alpine Apartments
116 W Alpine RdAustin, TX 78704
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3501 S 1st StAustin, TX 78704
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3809 S Congress AveAustin, TX 78704
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2703 Congress Ave SAustin, TX 78704
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Willowwood Apartments
401 Woodward StAustin, TX 78704
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The Mercury
601 Cardinal LnAustin, TX 78704
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Lightsey Place
519 Lightsey RdAustin, TX 78704
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Dawson, Austin, TX Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dawson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dawson Studio Apartments | $926 | $699 | $1,050 |
| Dawson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,310 | $799 | $2,207 |
| Dawson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,767 | $1,005 | $2,663 |
| Dawson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,470 | $2,470 | $2,470 |
| Dawson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,840 | $2,840 | $2,840 |
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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 Princeton Condominiums priced from $825. Karmin 513 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $875. Here are the most affordable Dawson apartments for rent in Austin, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Princeton Condominiums | Princeton 1st Floor | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Karmin 513 | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $875 |
| Broadway Condominiums | Broadway 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Oaks Apartments | A-Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| The Element Studios | Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Silver Creek Apartments | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,035 |
| Stoney Ridge Apartments | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Old South Austin Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Tree | Affordable | 1BR,1BA | $1,191 |
| Establishment | 2BR/2BA - B1 - Classic | 2BR,2BA | $1,322 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dawson, TX
As of June 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dawson area is the $1.47 price per square foot Townhomes-Non Balcony Model at Woodwillow Townhomes and Duplexes in the in the Southeast Austin neighborhood starting from $1,430. The second greatest value Dawson apartment is the 2BR/2BA - B4 - Premium Model at Establishment starting at $1,573 with a $1.66 price per square foot in the Barton Hills 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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| Woodwillow Townhomes and Duplexes | Townhomes-Non Balcony | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.47 |
| Establishment | 2BR/2BA - B4 - Premium | 2BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| Debut Soco | The Stephen F Austin | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Silver Creek Apartments | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Tree | Mesquite | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| Oaks Apartments | B-1/1 Side Windows | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| Stoney Ridge Apartments | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| Karmin 513 | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio ,1BA | $1.94 |
| The Element Studios | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.24 |
| Princeton Condominiums | Princeton 1st Floor | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
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 $1,322.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Dawson?
The cheapest apartment in Dawson is Princeton Condominiums which is listed at $825, while the average apartment in Dawson costs $2,840.
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 19 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 $1,166 which is $1,674 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Dawson.
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