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South Central Austin, Austin, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Central Austin Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Central Austin area of Austin, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Forest Creek Apartments priced from $750. The Brook Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $755. Here are the most affordable South Central Austin apartments for rent in Austin, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Forest Creek Apartments1 Bedroom A21BR,1BA$750
The Brook Apartments1 Bedroom 1/1B1BR,1BA$755
Parker Lane ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$770
Grace WoodsA21BR,1BA$783
Cherry Creek Crossing Apartments1-Bedroom, 481 sqft1BR,1BA$799
Arya ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$800
Cascade ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$841
Mission James Place ApartmentsS1Studio,1BA$889
Chaparral Apartments1 bed flat1BR,1BA$900
ChandelierA11BR,1BA$916

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Central Austin, TX

As of April 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Central Austin area is the $1.30 price per square foot The Swinger Model at The Social Apartments in the in the South River City neighborhood starting from $1,636. The second greatest value South Central Austin apartment is the 2 Bedroom/2 Bath (1150 sq. ft.) Model at Regency - Fabulous landmark Downtown Austin property starting at $1,525 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Central East Austin neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Central Austin apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Social ApartmentsThe Swinger3BR,2BA$1.30
Regency - Fabulous landmark Downtown Austin property2 Bedroom/2 Bath (1150 sq. ft.)2BR,2BA$1.33
Parker Lane ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.75
Woodwillow TownhomesTownhomes-Balcony2BR,2.5BA$1.43
Acclaim at South Congress2b1bblc2BR,1BA$1.25
The Brook Apartments2 Bedroom 2/2G2BR,2BA$1.42
Hillside CreekA21BR,1BA$1.42
Polaris on the Park - Renovated Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.39
Chaparral Apartments1 bed flat1BR,1BA$1.28
Forest Creek Apartments1 Bedroom A11BR,1BA$1.19

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Central Austin

What type of rentals are currently available in South Central Austin?

There are currently 451 Apartments for Rent in South Central Austin, TX with pricing that ranges from $639 to $19,369. There are also 333 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Central Austin ranging from $575 to $20,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Central Austin ranges from $575 to $20,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,123.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Central Austin range from $775 to $19,369, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,650 to $16,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,690 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $900.

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