
Cheap Studio Apartments for Rent in the South Central Austin Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $670 (58 Rentals)


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Soco at Alpine

Arya Apartments

Tramor at Victory Place

1713 Cinnamon Path

2512 Durwood St

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Mission James Place Apartments

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South Lamar Village
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The Element Studios

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The 704

Cloisters West

513 S Park Dr

Oaks Apartments

Barton Ridge Apartments

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Prospect

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44 South

Barton's Mill Apartments

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MAA South Lamar
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Berkshire Riverview

Zilker Place

Shady Oaks

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Retreat at Barton Creek

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SoCo on the Lake

Townhollow Apartments

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Bell South Lamar

Barton Hills Apartments

Furnished Studio-Austin - Downtown - Town Lake

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5th Street Commons
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The Waller

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Railyard

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Cole Apartments

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Alexan Waterloo

Crescent

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The Clark

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Pressler Apartments

Cornerstone Apartments

Skyline Terrace

Alma Soco
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Artisan at South Lamar

Heritage Oaks

Tambaleo Apartments

Alpine Apartments

Tambaleo 2208

Chimney Park

Barton Cove

Parkside Apartments

Skyline at Barton Creek

St Elmo Living
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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 | $1,589 | $670 | $5,053 |
| South Central Austin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,189 | $530 | $10,000+ |
| South Central Austin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,057 | $797 | $10,000+ |
| South Central Austin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,099 | $1,299 | $10,000+ |
| South Central Austin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,904 | $1,236 | $3,500 |
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Read ArticleWork-Life Balance in Austin: Find Your Perfect Apartment Near Top Employers
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Read ArticleLocal Expert's Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Austin
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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Central Austin Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Central Austin?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Central Austin is under $799.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Central Austin?
The cheapest apartment in South Central Austin is Cascade Apartments which is listed at $670, while the average apartment in South Central Austin costs $4,453.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Central Austin?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 120 regular apartments in South Central Austin that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in South Central Austin?
Cheap apartments in South Central Austin have an average cost of $216 which is $4,237 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Central Austin.
Expert Rental Resources
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Austin, TX
Written by: Raul Mercado
I'm Raul, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com local expert for Austin, Texas.

Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Austin
Written by: Raul Mercado
For many people the College years are some of the best years of your life. And you can certainly make the most of those years by finding the perfect place around your campus to call home.

Beyond "Keep Austin Weird": Your Insiders Ultimate Guide to Renting and Living in Austin, Texas
Written by: Raul Mercado
Hi, I’m Raul, the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Guide for Austin. I’ve called the area home long enough to know all the shortcuts and best places to check out and am happy to share them with you today.

Work-Life Balance in Austin: Find Your Perfect Apartment Near Top Employers
Written by: Raul Mercado
Hello! I’m Raul, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com local expert for Austin, Texas. I’ve spent years exploring Austin’s neighborhoods throughout my time living in this great city in different apartments and homes.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

