
Homes for Rent in South Central Austin Neighborhood of Austin, TX Under $2,000 (144 Rentals)


70 Rainey St, Unit 1307

1009A Bonham Terrace, Unit A

1304 Summit St, Unit 114

Furnished Studio-Austin - Downtown - Town Lake

Room in Apartment on Indio Dr

3018 S 1st St

301 E 4th St

2020 S Congress Ave

501 Brazos St
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2500 Burleson Rd

Room in Shared 2 bed/2 bath home

2020 S Congress Ave

1701 Timber Brush Trail

603 Davis St

Room in Shared 4 bed/3 bath home

1604 Southgate Cir

1748 Timberwood Dr

2603 Parker Ln

904 West Ave
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4517 Jinx Ave

2119 Oxford Ave

4004 Banister Ln

1806 Blue Crest Dr

3604 Clawson Rd

3815 Menchaca Rd

1701 Timber Brush Trail

3820 Southway Dr

4315 S Congress Ave

3209 Barton View Dr
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2510 Trailside Dr

4909 Hawk Cove

2308 Barton Skyway

1304 Mariposa Dr

3816 Southway Dr

1606 Waterloo Tr

5707 West Gate Blvd

3503 Southridge Dr

1206 Marcy St

3601 Menchaca Rd
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700 S 1st St

620 S 1st St

4619 Jinx Ave

2905 Kinney Oaks Ct

3319 Dolphin Dr

1411 Waterloo Tr

1315 Southport Dr

1509 Cinnamon Path

1900 Barton Springs Rd

500 E Riverside Dr
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South Central Austin, Austin, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in South Central Austin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Central Austin 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,590 | $925 | $10,000+ |
| South Central Austin 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,939 | $1,495 | $10,000+ |
| South Central Austin 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,608 | $650 | $10,000+ |
| South Central Austin 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $11,706 | $4,695 | $10,000+ |
| South Central Austin 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $12,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 144 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Central Austin Neighborhood of Austin, TX.
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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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 459 Apartments for Rent in South Central Austin, TX with pricing that ranges from $699 to $22,510. There are also 435 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 $7,415.
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 $1,399 to $22,510, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,495 to $25,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $650 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,470.
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