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2921 E 17th StAustin, TX 78702
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1621 E 6th StAustin, TX 78702
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1211 E 5th StAustin, TX 78702
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1630 E 6th StAustin, TX 78702
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413 Navasota StAustin, TX 78702
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2400 E 6th StAustin, TX 78702
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Corazon
1000 E 5th StAustin, TX 78702
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1700 E 4th StAustin, TX 78702
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AMLI Eastside
1000-1004 San Marcos StAustin, TX 78702
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700 E 11th StAustin, TX 78701
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Pathways at Rosewood Courts
1141 Chicon StAustin, TX 78702
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Lyons Garden
2720 Lyons RdAustin, TX 78702
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1604 E 3rd StAustin, TX 78702
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2011 E 6th StAustin, TX 78702
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East Village Apartments
1314 Rosewood AveAustin, TX 78702
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Eleven by Windsor
811 E 11th StAustin, TX 78702
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2025 E 7th StAustin, TX 78702
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300 Chicon StAustin, TX 78702
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East Downtown, Austin, TX Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Downtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Downtown Studio Apartments | $1,453 | $950 | $2,240 |
| East Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,196 | $1,170 | $7,324 |
| East Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,018 | $1,500 | $8,608 |
| East Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,477 | $4,519 | $10,000+ |
| East Downtown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,400 | $2,400 | $2,400 |
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Cheapest Available East Downtown Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Downtown area of Austin, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Lyons Garden priced from $905. The Rail has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable East Downtown apartments for rent in Austin, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lyons Garden | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $905 |
| The Rail | E4 | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| The Arnold | E1 - Affordable | Studio,1BA | $1,099 |
| Residences at Saltillo | E1 - SMART | Studio,1BA | $1,171 |
| Sentral East Austin | 1630 Studio - Affordable | Studio,1BA | $1,323 |
| Corazon | e1 | Studio,1BA | $1,440 |
| Eastside Station | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,486 |
| E6 | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,614 |
| Eleven by Windsor | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,645 |
| AMLI Eastside | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,694 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Downtown, TX
As of June 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Downtown area is the $2.06 price per square foot 1309 Sabine St Model at 1309 Sabine St in the in the East Austin neighborhood starting from $4,569. The second greatest value East Downtown apartment is the A4k Model at AMLI Eastside starting at $2,385 with a $2.66 price per square foot in the Town Lake neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1309 Sabine St | 1309 Sabine St | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.06 |
| AMLI Eastside | A4k | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| Eleven by Windsor | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| 7East | A3a | 1BR,1BA | $2.58 |
| The Arnold | A3 Live Work | 1BR,1BA | $3.11 |
| Corazon | a1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| Eastside Station | S1A | Studio ,1BA | $2.69 |
| Lyons Garden | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| E6 | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.12 |
| The Rail | E2 | Studio ,1BA | $2.50 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Downtown Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Downtown?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Downtown is at The Rail listed at $950.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Downtown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Downtown Apartment is $905 at Lyons Garden.
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Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Downtown is starting from $1,500 at The Rail.
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