
Cheap Homes for Rent in East Downtown Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $600 (16 Rentals)
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1181 Chicon St

1113 E 2nd St

1013 E 3rd St

1023 Nile St

2103 Rosewood Ave

1322 E 12th St

810 E 9th St

1116 Northwestern Ave

1800 E 4th St

2006 New York Ave

2006 New York Dr

2220 Webberville Rd

1904 E 13th St

2006 Rosewood Ave

800 Embassy Dr
East Downtown, Austin, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in East Downtown?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
East Downtown 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,827 | $1,450 | $4,900 |
East Downtown 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,057 | $1,795 | $10,000+ |
East Downtown 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,770 | $2,750 | $10,000+ |
East Downtown 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,575 | $650 | $10,000+ |
East Downtown 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $10,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Downtown Neighborhood of Austin, TX.
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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. Talavera Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,098. Here are the most affordable East Downtown apartments for rent in Austin, TX:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Rail | E2 | Studio,1BA | $866 |
Talavera Lofts | E1-50% | Studio,1BA | $1,098 |
The Arnold | E1 - AFFORDABLE | Studio,1BA | $1,230 |
East Village Apartments | Sm 1-1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Sentral East Austin | Two Bedroom - Affordable 1630 | 2BR,1BA | $1,512 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Downtown, TX
As of July 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Downtown area is the $2.36 price per square foot C7D Model at AMLI Eastside in the in the Town Lake neighborhood starting from $3,239. The second greatest value East Downtown apartment is the B2A Model at Eastside Station starting at $2,887 with a $2.91 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. |
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AMLI Eastside | C7D | 2BR,2BA | $2.36 |
Eastside Station | B2A | 2BR,2BA | $2.91 |
Eleven by Windsor | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
E6 | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
Residences at Saltillo | A0 | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
7East | A1d | 1BR,1BA | $2.65 |
Talavera Lofts | E1-60% | Studio ,1BA | $2.42 |
East Village Apartments | Sm 1-1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
The Rail | E4 | Studio ,1BA | $2.80 |
The Arnold | E1 - AFFORDABLE | Studio ,1BA | $3.13 |
Frequently Asked Questions about East Downtown
What type of rentals are currently available in East Downtown?
There are currently 48 Apartments for Rent in East Downtown, TX with pricing that ranges from $707 to $17,999. There are also 83 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Downtown ranging from $650 to $14,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Downtown?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Downtown ranges from $650 to $14,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,523.
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