Cheap Homes for Rent in The Drag Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $900 (6 Rentals)

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The Drag, Austin, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available The Drag Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Union on San AntonioS1 - RyderStudio,1BA$1,905
Inspire on 22ndA1 ANSI1BR,1BA$2,050

Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Drag, TX

As of July 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the The Drag area is the $0.73 price per square foot 6 Bed, 6 Bath Plus Model at Yugo Austin Waterloo in the in the Central East Austin neighborhood starting from $1,229. The second greatest value The Drag apartment is the 2X2 Model at GrandMarc Austin starting at $1,389 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the Central East Austin neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for The Drag apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Yugo Austin Waterloo6 Bed, 6 Bath Plus6BR,6BA$0.73
GrandMarc Austin2X22BR,2BA$1.38
2810 Nueces St, Unit 1042810 Nueces St1BR,1BA$2.08
Inspire on 22ndA1 ANSI1BR,1BA$3.73
Union on San AntonioS1 - RyderStudio ,1BA$6.61

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Frequently Asked Questions about The Drag

What type of rentals are currently available in The Drag?

There are currently 35 Apartments for Rent in The Drag, TX with pricing that ranges from $845 to $2,240. There are also 15 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in The Drag ranging from $910 to $2,700.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in The Drag?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in The Drag ranges from $910 to $2,700 with an average monthly rent of $1,828.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in The Drag?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in The Drag range from $845 to $1,445, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,850 to $2,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $994.

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