
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Manchaca Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $400 (217 Rentals)
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The Enclave

Mission James Place Apartments

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Windwood Apartments

Arya Apartments

Tramor at Victory Place

Willow Brook Apartments

The Reserve

V at SoCo

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Cherry Creek Crossing Apartments
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Sunrise Bluffs

Room in Apartment on N Bluff Dr

Bainbridge Apartments

Bridge at Turtle Creek

Acclaim at South Congress

Saratoga Ridge

Gardens At Westgate

Tramor at Oak Run

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Tambaleo Apartments

Canvas Apartments
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3204 Menchaca Rd, Unit 604

400 W St Elmo Rd

Tramor at Hunter's Glen

Silver Creek Apartments

2707 Windswept Cove

The 704

Element Studios

Room in Apartment on N Bluff Dr

Barton's Mill Apartments

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Tramor at Creek Village

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Four Park Place

Sierra Vista

Oaks Apartments

The Garrison

Room in Apartment on N Bluff Dr

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1801 Fort View Rd, Unit 103

The Arts Apts At South Austin

2617 Ektom Dr

44 South

Tramor at Oak Bend

Stoney Ridge Apartments

St. Edwards Place Apartments

Old South Austin Apartments

Room in Apartment on N Bluff Dr

Stassney at SoCo
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South Manchaca, Austin, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Manchaca?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Manchaca Studio Apartments | $1,157 | $710 | $1,613 |
| South Manchaca 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,557 | $784 | $10,000+ |
| South Manchaca 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,900 | $995 | $6,688 |
| South Manchaca 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,944 | $1,304 | $10,000+ |
| South Manchaca 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,100 | $1,800 | $2,400 |
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There are currently 217 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Manchaca Neighborhood of Austin, TX.
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Cheapest Available South Manchaca Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Manchaca area of Austin, TX is a Studio unit found at The Enclave priced from $710. Mission James Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $711. Here are the most affordable South Manchaca apartments for rent in Austin, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Enclave | E1 | Studio,1BA | $710 |
| Mission James Place Apartments | S1 | Studio,1BA | $711 |
| Windwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $749 |
| Arya Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Tramor at Victory Place | E1 | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Terrace Cove | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $779 |
| Sunrise Bluffs | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Bainbridge Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $819 |
| Bridge at Turtle Creek | E1 | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Broadway Condominiums | Broadway 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Manchaca, TX
As of July 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Manchaca 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 Manchaca apartment is the Townhomes-Non Balcony Model at Woodwillow Townhomes and Duplexes starting at $1,430 with a $1.47 price per square foot in the Southeast Austin neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Manchaca apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bainbridge Apartments | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Woodwillow Townhomes and Duplexes | Townhomes-Non Balcony | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.47 |
| Stassney at SoCo | 2.2A | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| Debut Soco | The Lake Travis | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Acclaim at South Congress | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Cherry Hill Lofts | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Tambaleo 2311 | A3 - 2311 | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Canvas Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Plan A3 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Gardens At Westgate | 1 Bed 1 Bath - 650 | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Arya Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.34 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Manchaca Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Manchaca?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Manchaca is under $875.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Manchaca?
The cheapest apartment in South Manchaca is Windwood Apartments which is listed at $749, while the average apartment in South Manchaca costs $2,100.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Manchaca?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 110 regular apartments in South Manchaca that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in South Manchaca?
Cheap apartments in South Manchaca have an average cost of $425 which is $1,675 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Manchaca.
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