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East Congress, Austin, TX Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in East Congress?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Congress 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,202 | $995 | $3,750 |
| East Congress 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,392 | $1,895 | $2,800 |
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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 $884. The Aspect has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,014. Here are the most affordable East Congress apartments for rent in Austin, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mission James Place Apartments | S1 | Studio,1BA | $884 |
| The Aspect | A1IR | 1BR,1BA | $1,014 |
| Tramor at Oak Bend | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Congress, TX
As of May 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Congress area is the $1.38 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Estates at East Riverside in the in the Oltorf-East Riverside neighborhood starting from $1,199. The second greatest value East Congress apartment is the One Bedroom (A1, A2 & A3) Model at Capitol Crossing starting at $1,094 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Southeast Austin 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Estates at East Riverside | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| Capitol Crossing | One Bedroom (A1, A2 & A3) | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Griffis SoCo Austin | Clapton Platinum | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| La Cima | One Bedroom - One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| The Aspect | A1IR | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Sierra Vista | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Sur512 | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| The Arts Apts At South Austin | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Bexley SoCo | Barton | Studio ,1BA | $2.07 |
| Tramor at Oak Bend | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
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There are currently 43 Apartments for Rent in East Congress, TX with pricing that ranges from $909 to $5,010. There are also 31 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Congress ranging from $995 to $3,750.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Congress ranges from $995 to $3,750 with an average monthly rent of $2,166.
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