
Apartments for Rent in the South Central Austin Neighborhood of Austin, TX (837 Rentals)


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The Bouldin

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The Clark

Water Marq

South Lamar Village

Mission James Place Apartments

Barton Creek Landing

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Paseo

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The Waller
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The Mercury

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Prospect

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The Residences at ATX Tower

Sienna at the Thompson

Westerly 360

Berkshire Riverview

The Grove

AMLI Downtown

MAA South Lamar

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Muse at SoCo
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Seven

Grace Woods

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The Bowie

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Pressler Apartments

SkyHouse Austin

Stoney Ridge Apartments

The Social Apartments

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The Lola

415Colorado

The 704
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Ashton Austin

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1155 Barton Springs

Crescent

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422 at the Lake

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5th Street Commons

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Tree

Acclaim at South Congress

The Rebekah Senior Apartments

Whisper Hollow

Fifteen15 South Lamar Apartments
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Tramor at Victory Place

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Railyard

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Four Park Place

The Villas at Southport

Gardens At Westgate

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The Woods at Menchaca
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South Central Austin, Austin, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Central Austin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Central Austin Studio Apartments | $1,631 | $702 | $5,053 |
| South Central Austin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,200 | $677 | $10,000+ |
| South Central Austin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,096 | $763 | $10,000+ |
| South Central Austin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,980 | $1,299 | $10,000+ |
| South Central Austin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,950 | $1,320 | $3,500 |
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There are currently 837 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Central Austin Neighborhood of Austin, TX.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Central Austin, Austin, TX
Ranked #11
Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States including South Central Austin, Austin, and the greater Austin area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, pet-friendly features, apartment communities for the kids, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Family-Friendly Rating
Do you have a family with children? South Central Austin is a top neighborhood for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly submarkets have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. Family Friendly communities provide resources like parks, trails and recreation, and great schools.
Outdoors Rating
For some, access to parks and greenspace is very important. This area has established a name for itself as providing fantastic access to the outdoors, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Luxury Living Rating
South Central Austin has come to be one of our preferred luxury neighborhoods in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like pools, saunas, workout spaces, proximity to great shopping areas, views, access to parks, and quartz countertops in the kitchen with high-end appliances. Other luxury items often include tile, hardwood, and fine carpeting, access to sports facilities like golf, raquetball, and tennis, and a full-time security staff or doorman.
Pet Friendly Rating
Does your family raise pets? this part of town ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about South Central Austin
How much are Studio apartments in South Central Austin?
There are currently 166 Studio Apartments in South Central Austin with rent ranges from $702 to $5,053 with an average price of $1,631.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom South Central Austin Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in South Central Austin ranges from $677 to $18,509 with an average monthly rent of $2,200.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in South Central Austin cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in South Central Austin range from $763 to $26,859. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,096.
How expensive are South Central Austin Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 80 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in South Central Austin on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,299 to $22,510 - averaging $5,980 for the location.
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