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Southeast Austin - One of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Austin

Named as one of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods to rent in Austin, TX by our Austin, TX Local Expert Raul Mercado. See how it ranks!

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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 Enclave on Ross priced from $632. Mesh Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $699. Here are the most affordable Southeast Austin apartments for rent in Austin, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Enclave on Ross1 Bed - A11BR,1BA$632
Mesh ApartmentsE1-Mesh IIIStudio,1BA$699
Grace WoodsA31BR,1BA$716
The Patten West11ALStudio,1BA$749
Forest Creek Apartments1 Bedroom A21BR,1BA$750
The Brook Apartments1 Bedroom 1/1B1BR,1BA$755
Emerson ApartmentsSTUDIOStudio,1BA$759
The SpokeA11BR,1BA$759
CoppertreeCoventry1BR,1BA$769
Parker Lane ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$770

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Austin, TX

As of June 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southeast Austin area is the $1.21 price per square foot C1R Model at The Aspect in the in the Oltorf-East Riverside neighborhood starting from $1,675. The second greatest value Southeast Austin apartment is the B6 Model at Ethos Apartments starting at $1,319 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the South Austin 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.
The AspectC1R3BR,2BA$1.21
Ethos ApartmentsB62BR,2BA$1.14
The Studio at ThinkEastTwo Bedroom / Two bath2BR,2BA$1.04
Frontier East ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.22
Parker Lane ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.75
Stassney at SoCo2.2A2BR,2BA$1.22
Easton Hills1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.28
South ShoreThe Oasis: 1/1 at Avesta South Shore1BR,1BA$1.26
Forest Creek Apartments1 Bedroom A11BR,1BA$1.19
The BeckettA1BR,1BA$1.21

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Frequently Asked Questions about Southeast Austin

What type of rentals are currently available in Southeast Austin?

There are currently 823 Apartments for Rent in Southeast Austin, TX with pricing that ranges from $360 to $22,360. There are also 1309 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southeast Austin ranging from $625 to $19,500.

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 $625 to $19,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,767.

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 $698 to $22,360, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,495 to $13,999. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $560.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Austin, TX

Written by: Raul Mercado

I'm Raul, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com local expert for Austin, Texas.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.