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South Austin, Austin, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Austin Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Austin area of Austin, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Retreat at North Bluff priced from $553. Willow Brook Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $749. Here are the most affordable South Austin apartments for rent in Austin, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Retreat at North BluffA21BR,1BA$553
Willow Brook ApartmentsA1 - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$749
Bridge at South Point1/1f1BR,1BA$779
Centennial Place ApartmentsEff1BR,1BA$800
Spring Villas- Income RestrictedA21BR,1BA$899
Canvas Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath Plan A1 Renovated1BR,1BA$900
Ladera Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$908
V at SoCo1X1 REEP Reno1BR,1BA$974
Bexley 3FIVELady Bird1BR,1BA$974
Terra ApartmentsA1BR,1BA$974

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Austin, TX

As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Austin area is the $1.17 price per square foot The Fredericksburg Model at The Atlantic Grand Oaks in the in the South Austin neighborhood starting from $1,373. The second greatest value South Austin apartment is the C1 Model at Bluff Springs Townhomes starting at $1,084 with a $1.09 price per square foot in the South Austin neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Austin apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Atlantic Grand OaksThe Fredericksburg3BR,2BA$1.17
Bluff Springs TownhomesC12BR,2BA$1.09
Cortland Bluff SpringsDuval1BR,1BA$1.62
Ethos ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$1.29
Trails at the Park1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.50
Spring Villas- Income RestrictedA11BR,1BA$1.26
SoCo Park ApartmentsA1BR,1BA$1.43
Urban Oaks35-A41BR,1BA$1.50
Bexley 3FIVELady Bird1BR,1BA$1.56
Willow Brook ApartmentsA1 - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.33

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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

A Local Experts guide to the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods Near Colleges in the Austin, TX metro area for affordable living. Find your perfect Austin Student apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeliving.com

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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South Austin, Austin, TX

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

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3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about South Austin

What type of rentals are currently available in South Austin?

There are currently 80 Apartments for Rent in South Austin, TX with pricing that ranges from $749 to $11,740. There are also 115 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Austin ranging from $950 to $4,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Austin?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Austin ranges from $950 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,973.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Austin?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Austin range from $1,250 to $11,740, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,695 to $3,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,895 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,615.

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