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South Central Austin, Austin, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Central Austin Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Central Austin area of Austin, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Sierra Vista priced from $672. Hillside Creek has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $696. Here are the most affordable South Central Austin apartments for rent in Austin, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sierra Vista1x11BR,1BA$672
Hillside CreekA11BR,1BA$696
Forest Creek Apartments1 Bedroom A21BR,1BA$699
Soco at AlpineStudio 1 bathroomStudio,1BA$699
The RebekahStudioStudio,1BA$702
Arya ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$750
The Social ApartmentsThe Chiller1BR,1BA$768
The Brook Apartments1 Bedroom 1/1B1BR,1BA$795
Alma SocoAlma Soco - Studio - PremiumStudio,1BA$799
Cherry Creek Crossing Apartments1-Bedroom,481 sqft1BR,1BA$799

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Central Austin, TX

As of November 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Central Austin area is the $1.10 price per square foot 2708 Saint Edwards Cir Model at 2708 Saint Edwards Cir, Unit A in the in the Riverside neighborhood starting from $1,695. The second greatest value South Central Austin apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Acclaim at South Congress starting at $1,299 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the Riverside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Central Austin apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2708 Saint Edwards Cir, Unit A2708 Saint Edwards Cir2BR,1BA$1.10
Acclaim at South Congress3 Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.05
Polaris on the Park - Renovated ApartmentsTownhouse2BR,1BA$1.42
Regency - Fabulous landmark Downtown Austin property2 Bedroom/1 Bath - Large (1044 sq. ft.)2BR,1BA$1.27
Hillside CreekB12BR,2BA$1.22
Forest Creek Apartments2 Bedroom B12BR,2BA$1.30
2501 Mission Hill Dr, Unit C2501 Mission Hill Dr2BR,1.5BA$1.50
Aria GrandB12BR,2BA$1.37
The Social ApartmentsThe Chiller1BR,1BA$1.14
Arya ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.34

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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

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website is proud to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities and towns across the United States including South Central Austin, Austin, and the greater Austin area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Central Austin Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Central Austin?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Central Austin is at Soco at Alpine listed at $699.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Central Austin Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Central Austin Apartment is $672 at Sierra Vista.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Central Austin Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Central Austin is starting from $949 at Bainbridge Apartments.

What is the most affordable South Central Austin Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap South Central Austin Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Acclaim at South Congress and starts from $1,299.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Austin, TX

Written by: Raul Mercado

I'm Raul, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com local expert for Austin, Texas.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

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