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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 | $1,448 | $866 | $2,204 |
| East Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,042 | $1,320 | $4,933 |
| East Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,830 | $1,512 | $7,975 |
| East Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,243 | $3,493 | $10,000+ |
| East Downtown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,800 | $4,800 | $4,800 |
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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 Studio unit found at The Rail priced from $866. Pathways at Chalmers Courts West has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $875. Here are the most affordable East Downtown apartments for rent in Austin, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rail | E2 | Studio,1BA | $866 |
| Pathways at Chalmers Courts West | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Residences at Saltillo | E1 - SMART | Studio,1BA | $1,171 |
| The Arnold | E1 - Affordable | Studio,1BA | $1,230 |
| Sentral East Austin | S1 1630 | Studio,1BA | $1,299 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Downtown, TX
As of November 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Downtown area is the $1.80 price per square foot The Sabine Model at Villas on Sixth Apartment Homes in the in the Town Lake neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value East Downtown apartment is the A3 Model at Alexan Waterloo starting at $2,267 with a $3.04 price per square foot in the East Austin 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villas on Sixth Apartment Homes | The Sabine | 3BR,2BA | $1.80 |
| Alexan Waterloo | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $3.04 |
| AMLI Eastside | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
| Eleven by Windsor | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| Pathways at Chalmers Courts West | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| E6 | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| 7East | A1d | 1BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| Eastside Station | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
| East Village Apartments | 1-1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.81 |
| The Arnold | E2-1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.34 |
Getting Around the East Downtown Neighborhood in Austin, TX
Walk Score®
88 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
88 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
56 / 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 East Downtown Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Downtown?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Downtown is under $1,694.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Downtown?
The cheapest apartment in East Downtown is Pathways at Chalmers Courts West which is listed at $875, while the average apartment in East Downtown costs $4,800.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Downtown?
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 13 regular apartments in East Downtown 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 East Downtown?
Cheap apartments in East Downtown have an average cost of $206 which is $4,594 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Downtown.
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