
Cheap Homes for Rent in East Congress Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $1,000 (5 Rentals)
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East Congress, Austin, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in East Congress?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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East Congress 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,173 | $1,050 | $3,750 |
East Congress 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,147 | $1,995 | $2,395 |
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There are currently 5 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Congress Neighborhood of Austin, TX.
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Cheapest Available East Congress Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Congress area of Austin, TX is a Studio unit found at Mission James Place Apartments priced from $889. Capitol Crossing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable East Congress apartments for rent in Austin, TX:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Mission James Place Apartments | S1 | Studio,1BA | $889 |
Capitol Crossing | One Bedroom (A5) | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
Tramor at Oak Bend | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Congress, TX
As of April 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Congress area is the $1.33 price per square foot Two Bedroom/Two Bath Model at Estates at East Riverside in the in the Oltorf-East Riverside neighborhood starting from $1,156. The second greatest value East Congress apartment is the B1R Model at The Aspect starting at $1,370 with a $1.66 price per square foot in the Zilker neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Congress apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Estates at East Riverside | Two Bedroom/Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
The Aspect | B1R | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
Capitol Crossing | One Bedroom (A4) | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
Griffis SoCo Austin | Clapton | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
La Cima | One Bedroom - One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
The Bennett | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
Sierra Vista | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
Sierra Ridge | A-1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
The Arts Apts At South Austin | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
Tramor at Oak Bend | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about East Congress
What type of rentals are currently available in East Congress?
There are currently 45 Apartments for Rent in East Congress, TX with pricing that ranges from $889 to $4,410. There are also 25 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Congress ranging from $1,050 to $3,750.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Congress?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Congress ranges from $1,050 to $3,750 with an average monthly rent of $2,020.
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