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3508 Alpine CirAustin, TX 78704
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Dawson Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $600 (22 Rentals)
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2526 Durwood StAustin, TX 78704
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Silver Creek Apartments
2900 S 1st StAustin, TX 78704
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3715 S 1st StAustin, TX 78704
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130 Cumberland 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 | $917 | $795 | $1,199 |
| Dawson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,536 | $960 | $3,670 |
| Dawson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,024 | $1,295 | $3,640 |
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There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Dawson Neighborhood of Austin, TX.
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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 $845. Broadway Condominiums has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable Dawson apartments for rent in Austin, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Princeton Condominiums | Princeton 1st Floor | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| Broadway Condominiums | Broadway 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| The Element Studios | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Establishment | 1BR/1BA - A1 - Classic | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Silver Creek Apartments | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $960 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dawson, TX
As of December 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Dawson area is the $1.57 price per square foot B1-825 (Designer) Model at St. Edwards Place Apartments in the in the Spyglass neighborhood starting from $1,295. The second greatest value Dawson apartment is the The Statesman Model at Debut Soco starting at $1,534 with a $2.28 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Edwards Place Apartments | B1-825 (Designer) | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Debut Soco | The Statesman | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| Establishment | 1BR/1BA - A1 - Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Silver Creek Apartments | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Tree | Mesquite | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| Oaks Apartments | B-1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| Stoney Ridge Apartments | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| Old South Austin Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| The Element Studios | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.14 |
| Princeton Condominiums | Princeton 1st Floor | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
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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 $1,295.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Dawson?
The cheapest apartment in Dawson is Princeton Condominiums which is listed at $845, while the average apartment in Dawson costs $3,250.
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 5 regular apartments in Dawson that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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