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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Downtown Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $700 (23 Rentals)
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Talavera Lofts
413 Navasota StAustin, TX 78702
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The Arnold
1621 E 6th StAustin, TX 78702
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Residences at Saltillo
1211 E 5th StAustin, TX 78702
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1700 E 4th StAustin, TX 78702
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Sentral East Austin
1630 E 6th StAustin, TX 78702
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2400 E 6th StAustin, TX 78702
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East Village Apartments
1314 Rosewood AveAustin, TX 78702
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Eleven by Windsor
811 E 11th StAustin, TX 78702
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Corazon
1000 E 5th StAustin, TX 78702
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East Downtown, Austin, TX Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Downtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Downtown Studio Apartments | $1,820 | $707 | $7,628 |
| East Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,433 | $1,105 | $9,999 |
| East Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,236 | $1,319 | $10,000+ |
| East Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,244 | $1,518 | $10,000+ |
| East Downtown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,000 | $5,000 | $5,000 |
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Cheapest Available East Downtown Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Downtown area of Austin, TX is a Studio unit found at Talavera Lofts priced from $1,035. The Arnold has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,099. Here are the most affordable East Downtown apartments for rent in Austin, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Talavera Lofts | Saltillo/Cantera | Studio,1BA | $1,035 |
| The Arnold | E1 - AFFORDABLE | Studio,1BA | $1,099 |
| Residences at Saltillo | E2 - SMART | Studio,1BA | $1,102 |
| Sentral East Austin | Efficiency - Affordable 1630 | Studio,1BA | $1,323 |
| 7 East | A1a (AH) | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Downtown, TX
As of May 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Downtown area is the $3.28 price per square foot PH3 Model at Alexan Waterloo in the in the East Austin neighborhood starting from $6,856. The second greatest value East Downtown apartment is the The Pecos Model at Villas on Sixth Apartment Homes starting at $1,750 with a $1.91 price per square foot in the Town Lake neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexan Waterloo | PH3 | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.28 |
| Villas on Sixth Apartment Homes | The Pecos | 2BR,2BA | $1.91 |
| AMLI Eastside | A3a | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Eastside Station | A1C | 1BR,1BA | $2.84 |
| Residences at Saltillo | A | 1BR,1BA | $2.84 |
| 911 13th E St, Unit Swede Hill Casita | 911 13th E St | 1BR,1BA | $2.93 |
| East Village Apartments | 1-1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.97 |
| Talavera Lofts | Saltillo/Cantera | Studio ,1BA | $1.88 |
| E6 | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.10 |
| The Arnold | E2-1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.28 |
Getting Around the East Downtown Neighborhood in Austin, TX
Walk Score®
88 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
88 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
56 / 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 East Downtown Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Downtown?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Downtown is under $1,695.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Downtown?
The cheapest apartment in East Downtown is 7 East which is listed at $1,375, while the average apartment in East Downtown costs $5,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Downtown?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in East Downtown that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in East Downtown?
Cheap apartments in East Downtown have an average cost of $165 which is $4,835 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Downtown.
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