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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 Grace Woods priced from $679. Forest Creek Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable South Central Austin apartments for rent in Austin, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Grace WoodsA21BR,1BA$679
Forest Creek Apartments1 Bedroom A21BR,1BA$750
The Brook Apartments1 Bedroom 1/1B1BR,1BA$755
Parker Lane ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$770
Hillside CreekA11BR,1BA$771
Arya ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$800
Tramor at Victory PlaceE2Studio,1BA$845
ChandelierA11BR,1BA$870
Acclaim at South Congress1b1bHblc1BR,1BA$875
Broadway CondominiumsBroadway 1 bedroom1BR,1BA$875

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Central Austin, TX

As of June 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Central Austin area is the $1.51 price per square foot 2 Bedroom/1 Bath - Large (1044 sq. ft.) Model at Regency - Fabulous landmark Downtown Austin property in the in the Central East Austin neighborhood starting from $1,575. 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.
Regency - Fabulous landmark Downtown Austin property2 Bedroom/1 Bath - Large (1044 sq. ft.)2BR,1BA$1.51
Parker Lane ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.75
Hillside CreekB12BR,2BA$1.38
The Social ApartmentsThe Mixer2BR,1BA$1.24
The Brook Apartments2 Bedroom 2/2G2BR,2BA$1.42
Polaris on the Park - Renovated Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.39
Aria GrandA11BR,1BA$1.45
Forest Creek Apartments1 Bedroom A11BR,1BA$1.19
The Cliffs1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.58
Arya ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.52

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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 429 Apartments for Rent in South Central Austin, TX with pricing that ranges from $639 to $22,360. There are also 419 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Central Austin ranging from $685 to $19,500.

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 $685 to $19,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,642.

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 $675 to $22,360, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,650 to $15,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,495 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $825.

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