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1950 Webberville RdAustin, TX 78721
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3515 Manor RdAustin, TX 78723
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6103 Manor RdAustin, TX 78723
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1143 Shady LnAustin, TX 78721
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2604 Aldrich StAustin, TX 78723
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5225 Jain LnAustin, TX 78721
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3138 Manor RdAustin, TX 78723
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1172 Webberville RdAustin, TX 78721
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5712 Jackie Robinson StAustin, TX 78721
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5521 Springdale RdAustin, TX 78723
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2724 Philomena StAustin, TX 78723
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2906 E Martin Luther King Jr BlvdAustin, TX 78702
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4818 Berkman DrAustin, TX 78723
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3801 Berkman DrAustin, TX 78723
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6000 Ed Bluestein BlvdAustin, TX 78724
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3901 Berkman DrAustin, TX 78723
2501 Manor Cir
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6117 FM 969Austin, TX 78724
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4646 Mueller BlvdAustin, TX 78723
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1414 E 51st StAustin, TX 78723
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3219 Manor RdAustin, TX 78723
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2800 Lyons RdAustin, TX 78702
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1202 E 51st StAustin, TX 78723
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3300 Manor RdAustin, TX 78723
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1200-1201 Broadmoor DrAustin, TX 78723
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6407 Springdale RdAustin, TX 78723
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5800 Techni Center DrAustin, TX 78721
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5605 Springdale RdAustin, TX 78723
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XVelo Flats
2606 Wheless LnAustin, TX 78723
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6110 Wheless CirAustin, TX 78723
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Lupine Terrace Apartments
1137 Gunter StAustin, TX 78721
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Mueller 52
1200 E 52nd StAustin, TX 78723
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2215 E 51st StAustin, TX 78723
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East MLK?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East MLK Studio Apartments | $1,439 | $655 | $2,588 |
| East MLK 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,825 | $627 | $4,032 |
| East MLK 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,390 | $730 | $6,465 |
| East MLK 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,677 | $960 | $5,231 |
| East MLK 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,700 | $1,065 | $6,595 |
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Cheapest Available East MLK Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the East MLK area of Austin, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Villas at Mueller priced from $699. Lowell at Mueller has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $793. Here are the most affordable East MLK apartments for rent in Austin, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Villas at Mueller | Central Austin 1 Bed 1 Bath @ Villas at Mueller... | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
| Lowell at Mueller | 2X1A - Income Restricted | 2BR,1BA | $793 |
| Ashford Costa Brava | 1X1A | 1BR,1BA | $798 |
| The Studio at ThinkEast | Studio/One Bath | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| MAA East Austin | Bluebonnett | 1BR,1BA | $833 |
| Fort Branch at Trumans Landing | 2 Bed, 2 Bath (60% Income Restricted) | 2BR,2BA | $849 |
| Reserve at Springdale | 49-A7 | 1BR,1BA | $891 |
| Aldrich 51 | E2-60% | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Los Portales de Lena Guerrero | The Oak | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Manor Flats | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East MLK, TX
As of April 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the East MLK area is the $0.92 price per square foot 3x2 Model at Rollins Martin Apartments in the in the East Austin neighborhood starting from $1,058. The second greatest value East MLK apartment is the 3 Bed, 2 Bath Model at Fort Branch at Trumans Landing starting at $1,215 with a $1.12 price per square foot in the East Austin neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East MLK apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rollins Martin Apartments | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $0.92 |
| Fort Branch at Trumans Landing | 3 Bed, 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| M Station | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Reserve at Springdale | 49-B7 | 2BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| Los Portales de Lena Guerrero | The Austin | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| The Jordan at Mueller | One Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Norman Commons | 1 bed/1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Villas at Mueller | 1x1 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Ashford Costa Brava | 1X1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Lowell at Mueller | 1x1A - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East MLK Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East MLK?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East MLK is under $995.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East MLK?
The cheapest apartment in East MLK is Villas at Mueller which is listed at $699, while the average apartment in East MLK costs $2,134.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East MLK?
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 64 regular apartments in East MLK 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 MLK?
Cheap apartments in East MLK have an average cost of $775 which is $1,359 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East MLK.
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