
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Lamar Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $400 (28 Rentals)
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Windwood Apartments

Tramor at Oak Run

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Mission James Place Apartments

Tramor at Creek Village

Four Park Place
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3204 Menchaca Rd

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1203 Southport Dr

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1322 Southport Dr
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South Lamar, Austin, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Lamar?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Lamar Studio Apartments | $1,231 | $845 | $1,533 |
| South Lamar 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,486 | $799 | $10,000+ |
| South Lamar 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,798 | $1,045 | $7,667 |
| South Lamar 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,650 | $2,650 | $2,650 |
| South Lamar 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,500 | $3,500 | $3,500 |
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There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Lamar Neighborhood of Austin, TX.
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Cheapest Available South Lamar Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Lamar area of Austin, TX is a Studio unit found at Tramor at Victory Place priced from $795. Windwood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable South Lamar apartments for rent in Austin, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tramor at Victory Place | E2 | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Windwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Tramor at Oak Run | Holly | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Barton's Mill Apartments | Aspen | Studio,1BA | $905 |
| Bainbridge Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $949 |
| Artisan at South Lamar | A2 | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | Classic | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Mission James Place Apartments | S1 | Studio,1BA | $955 |
| Tramor at Creek Village | Large 1x1 + Study | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Four Park Place | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Sundance | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Lamar, TX
As of January 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Lamar area is the $1.77 price per square foot B1 Model at Pathways at Goodrich Place in the in the Zilker neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value South Lamar apartment is the Renovated Model at The Woods at Menchaca starting at $1,795 with a $1.89 price per square foot in the Barton Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Lamar apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pathways at Goodrich Place | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.77 |
| The Woods at Menchaca | Renovated | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.89 |
| The Grove | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| Bainbridge Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| The Hamilton Apartments | Plan A-660sf-1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| The Villas at Southport | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Artisan at South Lamar | A2 | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | Upgrade | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Tramor at Creek Village | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Four Park Place | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Windwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Lamar Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Lamar?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Lamar is at Tramor at Victory Place listed at $795.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Lamar Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Lamar Apartment is $799 at Windwood Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Lamar Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Lamar is starting from $949 at Bainbridge Apartments.
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