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property at 4314 Gillis St

$825

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$825
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$825

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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4314 Gillis St

AustinTX78745

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property at 3018 S 1st St

$925

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$925
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$925

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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3018 S 1st St

AustinTX78704
property at 5608 Cougar Dr

$950 - $1,095

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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5608 Cougar Dr

AustinTX78745
property at 3018 S 1st St

$925 - $1,850

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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3018 S 1st St

AustinTX78704

Beyond "Keep Austin Weird": Your Insider's Ultimate Guide to Renting and Living in Austin, Texas

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property at 2124 Burton Dr

$850 - $1,150

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

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2124 Burton Dr

AustinTX78741
property at 3204 Menchaca Rd

$1,000

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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3204 Menchaca Rd

AustinTX78704

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Southeast Austin, Austin, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southeast Austin Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southeast Austin area of Austin, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Coppertree priced from $649. Cascade Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $655. Here are the most affordable Southeast Austin apartments for rent in Austin, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
CoppertreeCoventry1BR,1BA$649
Cascade ApartmentsThe 4841BR,1BA$655
Point South and BridgehollowEfficiencyStudio,1BA$659
Mesh ApartmentsE1-Mesh IIIStudio,1BA$669
Enclave on Ross1 Bed - Alt1BR,1BA$669
EKOS City Heights1x11BR,1BA$674
Chevy Chase Downs1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$699
Forest Creek Apartments1 Bedroom A21BR,1BA$699
Hillside PlaceA11BR,1BA$700
The RebekahT!Studio,1BA$702

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Austin, TX

As of February 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southeast Austin area is the $1.15 price per square foot 4 Bed, 2.5 Bath (60% Income Restricted) Model at Avonmora Apartments in the in the Oltorf-East Riverside neighborhood starting from $1,636. The second greatest value Southeast Austin apartment is the The Swinger Model at The Social Apartments starting at $1,481 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the South River City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southeast Austin apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Avonmora Apartments4 Bed, 2.5 Bath (60% Income Restricted)4BR,2.5BA$1.15
The Social ApartmentsThe Swinger3BR,2BA$1.17
Villages at East RiversideThree Bedroom3BR,3BA$1.17
Douglas Landing Apartment Homes3 Bedroom- 60%3BR,2BA$1.21
Kingfisher Creek Apartments3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$1.20
Frontier East ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.17
Hillside on Cannon3x23BR,2BA$1.24
River ValleyOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.10
Pathways at Rosewood CourtsB12BR,1BA$0.94
Ethos ApartmentsA31BR,1BA$1.23

Work-Life Balance in Austin: Find Your Perfect Apartment Near Top Employers

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Local Expert's Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Austin

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Southeast Austin, Austin, TX

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Frequently Asked Questions about Southeast Austin

What type of rentals are currently available in Southeast Austin?

There are currently 864 Apartments for Rent in Southeast Austin, TX with pricing that ranges from $575 to $26,859. There are also 1191 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southeast Austin ranging from $335 to $25,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Southeast Austin?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Southeast Austin ranges from $335 to $25,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,479.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Southeast Austin?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Southeast Austin range from $685 to $22,510, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,060 to $25,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $575.

Expert Rental Resources

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Austin, TX

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Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Austin

Written by: Raul Mercado

For many people the College years are some of the best years of your life. And you can certainly make the most of those years by finding the perfect place around your campus to call home.

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Beyond "Keep Austin Weird": Your Insiders Ultimate Guide to Renting and Living in Austin, Texas

Written by: Raul Mercado

Hi, I’m Raul, the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Guide for Austin. I’ve called the area home long enough to know all the shortcuts and best places to check out and am happy to share them with you today.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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