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property at 2401 Manor Rd

2401 Manor Rd

AustinTX78722
property at 4406 Avenue C

4406 Avenue C

AustinTX78751
property at 306 E 30th St

306 E 30th St

AustinTX78705

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property at 202 E 45th St

202 E 45th St

AustinTX78751
property at 2706 Cole St

2706 Cole St

AustinTX78705
property at 2800 Cole St

2800 Cole St

AustinTX78705
property at 400 W 35th St

400 W 35th St

AustinTX78705
property at 204 E 30th St

204 E 30th St

AustinTX78705

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East Austin, Austin, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Austin Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Austin area of Austin, TX is a Studio unit found at The Abali Apartments priced from $596. 45 Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $600. Here are the most affordable East Austin apartments for rent in Austin, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Abali ApartmentsA1Studio,1BA$596
45 FlatsS1- Income RestrictedStudio,1BA$600
Heritage Pointe1x1 40%1BR,1BA$750
Sage Hill Apartment HomesStudioStudio,1BA$775
Casa 391 bedroom 1 bathroom1BR,1BA$799
Rise at the Camerons0x1Studio,1BA$799
Sangria ParkA1Studio,1BA$813
Tides at MuellerA21BR,1BA$829
Ashford Costa Brava1X1A1BR,1BA$848
Mueller Flats ApartmentsTerminal1BR,1BA$849

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Austin, TX

As of July 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Austin area is the $1.04 price per square foot D1 Model at Point North Student Living in the in the East Austin neighborhood starting from $1,389. The second greatest value East Austin apartment is the PRELEASE NOW B2 Model at River Oaks starting at $1,700 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the East Austin neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Austin apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Point North Student LivingD14BR,4BA$1.04
River OaksPRELEASE NOW B22BR,2BA$1.38
The Studio at ThinkEastTwo Bedroom / Two bath2BR,2BA$1.04
The Jordan at MuellerTwo Bedrooms2BR,2BA$1.25
MAA East AustinMagnolia2BR,2BA$1.15
Hidden Gardens2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.23
North 40Building C - 2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.29
Arbors at Creekside ApartmentsOne- Bedroom 6A1BR,1BA$1.22
XVelo FlatsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.35
Ashford Costa Brava1X1B1BR,1BA$1.36

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Austin

What type of rentals are currently available in East Austin?

There are currently 637 Apartments for Rent in East Austin, TX with pricing that ranges from $596 to $17,999. There are also 626 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Austin ranging from $650 to $14,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Austin?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Austin ranges from $650 to $14,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,109.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East Austin?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Austin range from $1,292 to $17,999, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $910 to $14,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $680 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,800.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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