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property at 2314 Parker Ln

2314 Parker Ln

AustinTX78741

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property at 3018 S 1st St

3018 S 1st St

AustinTX78704
property at 3018 S 1st St

3018 S 1st St

AustinTX78704

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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. Parker Lane Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $770. Here are the most affordable South Central Austin apartments for rent in Austin, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The RebekahStudioStudio,1BA$699
Parker Lane ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$770
Forest Creek Apartments1 Bedroom A11BR,1BA$800
Arya ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$800
iConic South 1st1X1-C1BR,1BA$805
Tramor at Victory PlaceE2Studio,1BA$845
Soco at AlpineStudio 1 bathroomStudio,1BA$850
ChandelierA11BR,1BA$865
The Social ApartmentsThe Artist1BR,1BA$866
Acclaim at South Congress1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$875

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Central Austin, TX

As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Central Austin area is the $1.36 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 3/2I Model at The Brook Apartments in the in the South River City neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value South Central Austin apartment is the D1 Model at Cascade Apartments starting at $1,707 with a $1.44 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.
The Brook Apartments3 Bedroom 3/2I3BR,2BA$1.36
Cascade ApartmentsD14BR,2BA$1.44
Parker Lane ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.75
Hillside CreekB22BR,2BA$1.28
3503 Clawson Rd2x12BR,1BA$1.22
Pathways at Goodrich PlaceA1BR,1BA$1.45
Polaris on the Park - Renovated Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.39
Aria GrandA11BR,1BA$1.45
Forest Creek Apartments1 Bedroom A11BR,1BA$1.19
Arya ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.43

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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 437 Apartments for Rent in South Central Austin, TX with pricing that ranges from $639 to $29,970. There are also 469 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Central Austin ranging from $750 to $16,500.

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 $750 to $16,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,496.

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 $22,360, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $860 to $12,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $750 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,963.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Written by: Cheryl Bowman

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Written by: Marie Brown

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