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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 Heritage Pointe priced from $750. Ashford Costa Brava has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $848. Here are the most affordable East MLK apartments for rent in Austin, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Heritage Pointe1x1 40%1BR,1BA$750
Ashford Costa Brava1X1A1BR,1BA$848
Reserve at Springdale49-A71BR,1BA$891
The Lowell at MuellerA11BR,1BA$900
Los Portales de Lena GuerreroThe ElmStudio,1BA$900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East MLK, TX

As of June 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the East MLK area is the $1.04 price per square foot Two Bedroom / Two bath Model at The Studio at ThinkEast in the in the East Austin neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value East MLK apartment is the 2 Bedroom Towhome Model at Springdale Estates Apartments starting at $1,696 with a $1.60 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Studio at ThinkEastTwo Bedroom / Two bath2BR,2BA$1.04
Springdale Estates Apartments2 Bedroom Towhome2BR,2BA$1.60
MAA East AustinMagnolia2BR,2BA$1.31
Fort Branch at Trumans Landing2 Bed, 2 Bath (60% Income Restricted)2BR,2BA$1.39
The Jordan at MuellerOne Bedrooms1BR,1BA$1.39
Heritage Pointe1x1 80%1BR,1BA$1.44
Ashford Costa Brava1X1B1BR,1BA$1.36
Reserve at Springdale49-A31BR,1BA$1.75
Villas at MuellerA11BR,1BA$1.45
The Lowell at MuellerA11BR,1BA$1.44

Frequently Asked Questions about East MLK

What type of rentals are currently available in East MLK?

There are currently 99 Apartments for Rent in East MLK, TX with pricing that ranges from $624 to $6,346. There are also 160 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East MLK ranging from $725 to $6,799.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East MLK ranges from $725 to $6,799 with an average monthly rent of $2,636.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East MLK range from $1,284 to $5,208, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,575 to $6,799. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $725 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,395.

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