Cheap Homes for Rent in South Lamar Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $1,000 (15 Rentals)

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Cheapest Available South Lamar Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Lamar area of Austin, TX is a Studio unit found at Mission James Place Apartments priced from $889. Artisan at South Lamar has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $994. Here are the most affordable South Lamar apartments for rent in Austin, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mission James Place ApartmentsS1Studio,1BA$889
Artisan at South LamarS1 | Studio | UpgradeStudio,1BA$994
Bainbridge ApartmentsB1R2BR,1BA$999
Windwood Apartments1 Bedroom #2071BR,1BA$999
SundancePlan A1BR,1BA$1,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Lamar, TX

As of April 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Lamar area is the $1.84 price per square foot Townhome - Classic Model at The Woods at Menchaca in the in the Barton Hills neighborhood starting from $1,745. The second greatest value South Lamar apartment is the Tumbleweed Model at Barton Creek Landing starting at $1,630 with a $1.92 price per square foot in the Zilker neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Lamar apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Woods at MenchacaTownhome - Classic2BR,1.5BA$1.84
Barton Creek LandingTumbleweed2BR,1BA$1.92
Tramor at Victory PlaceB12BR,2BA$1.72
Tramor At The Quest1x11BR,1BA$1.86
Tramor at Oak RunTexas Ash1BR,1BA$1.95
The Villas at SouthportA11BR,1BA$1.82
Bainbridge ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1.68
Tramor at Creek Village1x11BR,1BA$1.92
Four Park PlaceA11BR,1BA$1.84
Windwood Apartments1 Bedroom #2071BR,1BA$1.83

Frequently Asked Questions about South Lamar

What type of rentals are currently available in South Lamar?

There are currently 98 Apartments for Rent in South Lamar, TX with pricing that ranges from $889 to $18,509. There are also 59 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Lamar ranging from $1,050 to $19,750.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Lamar ranges from $1,050 to $19,750 with an average monthly rent of $4,685.

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