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property at 4501 Speedway

4501 Speedway

AustinTX78751

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property at 3400 Speedway

3400 Speedway

AustinTX78705

Austin's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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property at 306 E 30th St

306 E 30th St

AustinTX78705
property at 2401 Manor Rd

2401 Manor Rd

AustinTX78722
property at 6448 E Hwy 290

6448 E Hwy 290

AustinTX78723
property at 3503 Harmon Ave

3503 Harmon Ave

AustinTX78705
property at 2318 Willow St

2318 Willow St

AustinTX78702
property at 601 Nelray Blvd

601 Nelray Blvd

AustinTX78751
property at 2706 Cole St

2706 Cole St

AustinTX78705
property at 909 Reinli St

909 Reinli St

AustinTX78751
property at 910 Duncan Ln

910 Duncan Ln

AustinTX78705
property at 3004 Speedway

3004 Speedway

AustinTX78705
property at 910 Duncan Ln

910 Duncan Ln

AustinTX78705
property at 304 E 33rd St

304 E 33rd St

AustinTX78705
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East Austin, Austin, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Austin Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Austin area of Austin, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Libertad Austin priced from $632. Heritage Pointe has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable East Austin apartments for rent in Austin, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Libertad AustinA11BR,1BA$632
Heritage Pointe1x1 40%1BR,1BA$750
Azure Apartments and Townhomes (NEW OWNERS)A3 (Premium)1BR,1BA$750
Sangria ParkA1Studio,1BA$779
Volume 1Vol 1 - StudioStudio,1BA$799
Volume 2Vol 1 - StudioStudio,1BA$799
M StationA11BR,1BA$806
Sage Hill Apartment HomesStudioStudio,1BA$815
City View at MuellerS1Studio,1BA$850
Tides at MuellerA11BR,1BA$853

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Austin, TX

As of April 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Austin area is the $1.46 price per square foot 4 Beds, 2 baths Model at The Timbers in the in the East Austin neighborhood starting from $1,937. The second greatest value East Austin apartment is the 3 Bedroom Townhome Model at Springdale Estates Apartments starting at $1,952 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the East Austin neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Austin apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Timbers4 Beds, 2 baths4BR,2BA$1.46
Springdale Estates Apartments3 Bedroom Townhome3BR,2BA$1.50
The Studio at ThinkEastTwo Bedroom / Two bath2BR,2BA$1.04
Fort Branch at Trumans Landing3 Bed, 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.35
Villas at MuellerB32BR,1BA$1.17
Volume 8Vol 8 - 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.47
Point North Student LivingB12BR,2BA$1.15
The Jordan at MuellerOne Bedrooms1BR,1BA$1.39
Heritage Pointe1x1 80%1BR,1BA$1.44
Libertad AustinA11BR,1BA$0.97

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Austin

What type of rentals are currently available in East Austin?

There are currently 640 Apartments for Rent in East Austin, TX with pricing that ranges from $600 to $17,999. There are also 534 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Austin ranging from $799 to $12,200.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Austin ranges from $799 to $12,200 with an average monthly rent of $4,843.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Austin range from $862 to $17,999, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,600 to $7,495. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $900.

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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

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.