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2500 Burleson Rd

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4307 S 1st St

AustinTX78745

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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 Studio unit found at The Rebekah priced from $699. Forest Creek Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable South Central Austin apartments for rent in Austin, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The RebekahStudioStudio,1BA$699
Forest Creek Apartments1 Bedroom A11BR,1BA$700
Arya ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$750
Parker Lane ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$770
Hillside CreekA31BR,1BA$794
Soco at AlpineStudio 1 bathroomStudio,1BA$799
Cherry Creek Crossing Apartments1-Bedroom,481 sqft1BR,1BA$799
Artisan at South LamarS1 | Studio | ClassicStudio,1BA$799
The Social ApartmentsThe Artist1BR,1BA$812
MontecitoCedar1BR,1BA$835

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Central Austin, TX

As of September 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Central Austin area is the $1.42 price per square foot Townhouse Model at Polaris on the Park - Renovated Apartments in the in the Riverside neighborhood starting from $1,499. The second greatest value South Central Austin apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Parker Lane Apartments starting at $770 with a $0.75 price per square foot in the South River City 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.
Polaris on the Park - Renovated ApartmentsTownhouse2BR,1BA$1.42
Parker Lane ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.75
Cascade ApartmentsB52BR,2BA$1.31
Forest Creek Apartments2 Bedroom B12BR,2BA$1.30
2501 Mission Hill Dr, Unit B2501 Mission Hill Dr1BR,1.5BA$1.35
3503 Clawson Rd2x12BR,1BA$1.22
Regency - Fabulous landmark Downtown Austin property1 Bedroom/1 Bath (696 sq. ft.)1BR,1BA$1.43
Aria GrandA11BR,1BA$1.45
Hillside CreekA11BR,1BA$1.33
Arya ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.34

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South Central Austin, Austin, TX

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Central Austin

What type of rentals are currently available in South Central Austin?

There are currently 449 Apartments for Rent in South Central Austin, TX with pricing that ranges from $639 to $22,510. There are also 472 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Central Austin ranging from $650 to $25,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Central Austin ranges from $650 to $25,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,898.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Central Austin range from $893 to $22,510, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,450 to $13,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $650 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,067.

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 move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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