Cheap Homes for Rent in the South Lamar Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $1,025 (15 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the South Lamar area of Austin.

property at 3204 Menchaca Rd
$1,045 - $1,649
1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals
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3204 Menchaca Rd

AustinTX78704

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property at 1210 Southport Dr
$1,250

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Base Rent$1,250

Total Monthly Price$1,250
2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent
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1210 Southport Dr, Unit A

1210 Southport Dr
AustinTX78704
property at 3627 Menchaca Rd
$1,350 - $1,750
1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals
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3627 Menchaca Rd

AustinTX78704

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property at 4004 Banister Ln
$1,590 - $2,145
1 Bedroom Rentals
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4004 Banister Ln

AustinTX78704
property at 2200 Dickson Dr
$1,649

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Base Rent$1,649

Total Monthly Price$1,649
2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent
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2200 Dickson Dr, Unit 124

2200 Dickson Dr
AustinTX78704

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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 Mission James Place Apartments priced from $749. Windwood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $749. Here are the most affordable South Lamar apartments for rent in Austin, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mission James Place ApartmentsS1Studio,1BA$749
Windwood Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$749
Bainbridge ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$819
Tramor at Victory PlaceE1Studio,1BA$845
Tramor at Oak RunCottonwood1BR,1BA$895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Lamar, TX

As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Lamar area is the $1.36 price per square foot C1 Model at Bainbridge Apartments in the in the Barton Hills neighborhood starting from $1,419. The second greatest value South Lamar apartment is the Townhome - 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Bainbridge ApartmentsC13BR,2BA$1.36
The Woods at MenchacaTownhome - Renovated2BR,1.5BA$1.89
Banister Heights2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.53
Barton's Mill ApartmentsCedar2BR,1BA$1.47
Tramor At The Quest1x11BR,1BA$1.80
Tramor at Creek VillageSmall 1x1 + Study1BR,1BA$1.39
Four Park PlaceA21BR,1BA$1.57
The Villas at SouthportA11BR,1BA$1.78
Windwood Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.88
Mission James Place ApartmentsS1Studio ,1BA$1.89

Frequently Asked Questions about South Lamar

What type of rentals are currently available in South Lamar?

There are currently 91 Apartments for Rent in South Lamar, TX with pricing that ranges from $749 to $22,718. There are also 51 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Lamar ranging from $1,025 to $7,900.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Lamar ranges from $1,025 to $7,900 with an average monthly rent of $2,616.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Lamar range from $1,419 to $9,893, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,125 to $5,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $10,000.

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