Cheap Homes for Rent in South Lamar Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $1,000 (19 Rentals)

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South Lamar - One of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Austin

Named as one of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods to rent in Austin, TX by our Austin, TX Local Expert Raul Mercado. See how it ranks!

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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 Tramor at Victory Place priced from $845. Mission James Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $884. Here are the most affordable South Lamar apartments for rent in Austin, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Tramor at Victory PlaceE2Studio,1BA$845
Mission James Place ApartmentsS1Studio,1BA$884
Barton's Mill ApartmentsAspenStudio,1BA$985
Tramor at Oak RunCottonwood1BR,1BA$995
Windwood Apartments1 Bedroom #2071BR,1BA$999

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Lamar, TX

As of May 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Lamar area is the $1.48 price per square foot C1R Model at Bainbridge Apartments in the in the Barton Hills neighborhood starting from $1,546. The second greatest value South Lamar apartment is the Townhome - Classic Model at The Woods at Menchaca starting at $1,745 with a $1.84 price per square foot in the Barton Hills 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.
Bainbridge ApartmentsC1R3BR,2BA$1.48
The Woods at MenchacaTownhome - Classic2BR,1.5BA$1.84
Tramor At The Quest1x11BR,1BA$1.89
The Villas at SouthportA21BR,1BA$1.84
Tramor at Oak RunTexas Ash1BR,1BA$1.95
The GroveA11BR,1BA$2.05
South Lamar VillageThe Crossroads1BR,1BA$1.98
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 97 Apartments for Rent in South Lamar, TX with pricing that ranges from $845 to $18,509. There are also 68 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Lamar ranging from $1,050 to $7,500.

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 $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,356.

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