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

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SOCO 121
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

SOCO 121

121 Woodward StAustin, TX 78704

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Establishment
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Establishment

3501 S 1st StAustin, 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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The Willows
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Willows

600 S 1st 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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1300 Newning Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

1300 Newning Ave

1300 Newning AveAustin, TX 78704
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Lightsey Place
1 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 Cascade Apartments priced from $707. Forest Creek Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable SoCo apartments for rent in Austin, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cascade ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$707
Forest Creek Apartments1 Bedroom A21BR,1BA$750
The Element StudiosStudioStudio,1BA$950
Tambaleo ApartmentsE1 - 2207Studio,1BA$999
Silver Creek Apartments1x1A1BR,1BA$1,035
Bouldin Creek ApartmentsPRELEASE NOW FOR SUMMER 2025 bouA1Studio,1BA$1,075
Establishment2BR/2BA - B1 - Classic2BR,2BA$1,149
Stoney Ridge Apartments1x1A1BR,1BA$1,165
Oaks ApartmentsB-1/1 Yard1BR,1BA$1,199
The WillowsPRELEASE NOW FOR SUMMER 2025 wilA1Studio,1BA$1,199

Best Value Apartments for Rent in SoCo, TX

As of June 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the SoCo area is the $1.21 price per square foot 2BR/2BA - B1 - Classic Model at Establishment in the in the Barton Hills neighborhood starting from $1,149. The second greatest value SoCo apartment is the 1 Bedroom A1 Model at Forest Creek Apartments starting at $800 with a $1.19 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$1.21
Forest Creek Apartments1 Bedroom A11BR,1BA$1.19
The District at SoCoA21BR,1BA$2.17
Bouldin Creek ApartmentsPRELEASE NOW FOR SUMMER 2025 bouA1Studio ,1BA$1.79
Silver Creek Apartments1x1A1BR,1BA$1.79
Oaks ApartmentsB-1/1 Yard1BR,1BA$2.29
The WillowsPRELEASE NOW FOR SUMMER 2025 wilA1Studio ,1BA$2.34
Stoney Ridge Apartments1x1A1BR,1BA$2.33
The Element StudiosStudioStudio ,1BA$2.26
Cascade ApartmentsS1Studio ,1BA$2.27

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Soco, Austin, TX

Ranked #110

Among neighborhoods in Austin, TX for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
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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!

Getting Around the SoCo Neighborhood in Austin, TX

Walk Score®

88 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

83 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

55 / 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 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 $899.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom SoCo Apartment is $707 at Cascade 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 $1,000 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 Muse at SoCo and starts from $3,797.

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