Cheap Apartments for Rent in the SoCo Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $400 (42 Rentals)

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property at 516 S Park Dr

$1,200 - $1,225

1 Bedroom Rentals

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516 S Park Dr

AustinTX78704

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Travis Park Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Travis Park Apartments

1110 E Oltorf StAustin, TX 78704
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Alma Soco
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Alma Soco

126 W Alpine RdAustin, TX 78704
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SOCO 121
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

SOCO 121

121 Woodward StAustin, TX 78704
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Tambaleo 2311
1 Bedroom Apartments

Tambaleo 2311

2311 S 5th St WAustin, TX 78704
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Establishment
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Establishment

3501 S 1st StAustin, TX 78704

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Alpine Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Alpine Apartments

116 W Alpine RdAustin, TX 78704
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Tambaleo 2208
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Tambaleo 2208

2208 S 5th StAustin, TX 78704
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Oak Creek Village
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Creek Village

2302 Durwood StAustin, TX 78704
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The Willows
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Willows

600 S 1st StAustin, TX 78704

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Lightsey Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lightsey Place

519 Lightsey RdAustin, TX 78704
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SoCo, Austin, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available SoCo Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the SoCo area of Austin, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Timbercreek Apartments priced from $657. Forest Creek Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $699. Here are the most affordable SoCo apartments for rent in Austin, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Timbercreek ApartmentsA5 Affordable1BR,1BA$657
Forest Creek Apartments1 Bedroom A21BR,1BA$699
Cascade ApartmentsThe 396Studio,1BA$785
Tambaleo ApartmentsE1 - 2207Studio,1BA$799
Tambaleo 2311A3 - 23111BR,1BA$899
The Element StudiosStudioStudio,1BA$900
Silver Creek Apartments1x1A1BR,1BA$960
Stoney Ridge Apartments1x1A1BR,1BA$1,075
Townhollow Apartmentsa1-620 (Designer)1BR,1BA$1,195
Oaks ApartmentsB-1/11BR,1BA$1,259

Best Value Apartments for Rent in SoCo, TX

As of December 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the SoCo area is the $1.40 price per square foot 2BR/2BA - B1 - Classic Model at Establishment in the in the Barton Hills neighborhood starting from $1,330. The second greatest value SoCo apartment is the 2 Bedroom B1 Model at Forest Creek Apartments starting at $1,195 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the Riverside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for SoCo apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Establishment2BR/2BA - B1 - Classic2BR,2BA$1.40
Forest Creek Apartments2 Bedroom B12BR,2BA$1.30
St. Edwards Place ApartmentsB1-825 (Designer)2BR,1BA$1.57
Townhollow Apartmentsb1-745 (Designer)1BR,1BA$2.04
Tambaleo 2311A3 - 23111BR,1BA$1.34
Silver Creek Apartments1x1A1BR,1BA$1.66
Stoney Ridge Apartments1x1A1BR,1BA$2.15
The Element StudiosStudioStudio ,1BA$2.14
Tambaleo ApartmentsE1 - 2207Studio ,1BA$2.00
Cascade ApartmentsThe 396Studio ,1BA$1.97

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Local Expert's Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Austin

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Soco, Austin, TX

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Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Texas, including Austin. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap SoCo Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in SoCo?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in SoCo is at Cascade Apartments listed at $779.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom SoCo Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom SoCo Apartment is $657 at Timbercreek Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom SoCo Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in SoCo is starting from $1,150 at Forest Creek Apartments.

What is the most affordable SoCo Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap SoCo Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Timbercreek Apartments and starts from $2,099.

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