
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the 2nd Street District Austin, TX from $600 (43 Rentals)
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Private bedroom in 3 bed/1 bath Home

1400 Rio Grande Apartments

Residences at Saltillo

808 Winflo Dr

The Ladybird -1033

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The Bouldin

206 E 15th St

1108 Nueces St
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Crescent

SoCo on the Lake

Townhollow Apartments

Eleven by Windsor

Railyard

The Weaver

1113 E 2nd St

The Shoal

Corazon
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Park Terrace Apartments

422 at the Lake

The Clark

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Windsor South Lamar

Water Marq

1725 Toomey Rd
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1309 Sabine St, Unit T-11-1611

Pressler Apartments

Lamar Union
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Regency - Fabulous landmark Downtown Austin property
2nd Street District, Austin, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in 2nd Street District?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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2nd Street District Studio Apartments | $2,199 | $699 | $6,594 |
2nd Street District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,919 | $753 | $9,520 |
2nd Street District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,270 | $1,650 | $10,000+ |
2nd Street District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,889 | $925 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available 2nd Street District Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the 2nd Street District area of Austin, TX is a Studio unit found at 1400 Rio Grande Apartments priced from $1,050. The Willows has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,149. Here are the most affordable 2nd Street District apartments for rent in Austin, TX:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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1400 Rio Grande Apartments | efficiency | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
The Willows | wilA2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
The Ladybird -1033 | A2.b-50% | 1BR,1BA | $1,174 |
6th Street West Apartments Austin | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
SoCo on the Lake | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,368 |
Townhollow Apartments | a1-620 (Designer) | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
Corazon | e1 | Studio,1BA | $1,438 |
The Weaver | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,455 |
Regency - Fabulous landmark Downtown Austin property | 2 Bedroom/2 Bath (1150 sq. ft.) | 2BR,2BA | $1,525 |
Crescent | E2 | Studio,1BA | $1,596 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in 2nd Street District, TX
As of May 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the 2nd Street District area is the $1.97 price per square foot #342 Model at Nueces Flats in the in the Central East Austin neighborhood starting from $2,450. The second greatest value 2nd Street District apartment is the B4 Model at The Weaver starting at $2,605 with a $2.26 price per square foot in the Town Lake neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for 2nd Street District apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Nueces Flats | #342 | 2BR,2BA | $1.97 |
The Weaver | B4 | 2BR,2BA | $2.26 |
Regency - Fabulous landmark Downtown Austin property | 2 Bedroom/2 Bath (1150 sq. ft.) | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
AMLI Eastside | A4k | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
The Ladybird -1033 | A1.j-80% | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
Windsor South Lamar | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
Pressler Apartments | S3A Douglas | Studio ,1BA | $2.63 |
6th Street West Apartments Austin | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
The Willows | PRELEASE NOW FOR SUMMER 2025 wilA1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.57 |
1400 Rio Grande Apartments | efficiency | Studio ,1BA | $2.49 |
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Pet Friendly Lifestyle2nd Street District, Austin, TX
Ranked #40
Among neighborhoods in Austin, TX for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the 2nd Street District Neighborhood in Austin, TX
Walk Score®
98 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
93 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
68 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap 2nd Street District Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in 2nd Street District?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in 2nd Street District is at 1400 Rio Grande Apartments listed at $1,050.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom 2nd Street District Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom 2nd Street District Apartment is $1,149 at The Willows.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom 2nd Street District Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in 2nd Street District is starting from $1,525 at Regency - Fabulous landmark Downtown Austin property.
What is the most affordable 2nd Street District Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap 2nd Street District Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1400 Rio Grande Apartments and starts from $2,100.
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