Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Cesar Chavez Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $400 (167 Rentals)

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East Cesar Chavez, Austin, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Cesar Chavez Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Cesar Chavez area of Austin, TX is a Studio unit found at Mesh Apartments priced from $719. The Brook Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $755. Here are the most affordable East Cesar Chavez apartments for rent in Austin, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mesh ApartmentsE1-Mesh IIIStudio,1BA$719
The Brook Apartments1 Bedroom 1/1B1BR,1BA$755
Array1A1BR,1BA$755
Parker Lane ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$770
Emerson ApartmentsSTUDIOStudio,1BA$778
Volume 1Vol 1 - StudioStudio,1BA$799
Volume 2Vol 1 - StudioStudio,1BA$799
M StationA11BR,1BA$806
Aero RiversideA21BR,1BA$814
The Patten WestA11BR,1BA$829

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Cesar Chavez, TX

As of April 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Cesar Chavez area is the $1.38 price per square foot 32A Model at Array in the in the South River City neighborhood starting from $1,909. The second greatest value East Cesar Chavez apartment is the The Swinger Model at The Social Apartments starting at $1,636 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the South River City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Cesar Chavez apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Array32A3BR,2BA$1.38
The Social ApartmentsThe Swinger3BR,2BA$1.30
Regency - Fabulous landmark Downtown Austin property2 Bedroom/2 Bath (1150 sq. ft.)2BR,2BA$1.33
Paradise Oaks ApartmentsB22BR,2BA$1.43
Parker Lane ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.75
Metropolis ApartmentsB22BR,2BA$1.26
The Brook Apartments2 Bedroom 2/2G2BR,2BA$1.42
Estates at East RiversideTwo Bedroom/Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.33
Hillside CreekA21BR,1BA$1.42
Vi CollinaA11BR,1BA$1.40

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Cesar Chavez, Austin, TX

Ranked #7

Among neighborhoods in Austin, TX for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team is proud to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Austin. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the East Cesar Chavez Neighborhood in Austin, TX

Walk Score®

90 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

92 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

54 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Cesar Chavez Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Cesar Chavez?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Cesar Chavez is at Mesh Apartments listed at $719.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Cesar Chavez Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Cesar Chavez Apartment is $755 at Array.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Cesar Chavez Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Cesar Chavez is starting from $770 at Parker Lane Apartments.

What is the most affordable East Cesar Chavez Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap East Cesar Chavez Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Parker Lane Apartments and starts from $893.

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