Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Shore Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $500 (51 Rentals)

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Grove Place Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Grove Place Apartments

1881 Grove BlvdAustin, TX 78741
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Mesh Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mesh Apartments

2101 Elmont DrAustin, TX 78741
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The Spoke
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Spoke

2323 Town Lake CirAustin, TX 78741
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Aero Riverside
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Aero Riverside

2201 Willow Creek DrAustin, TX 78741
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Alister Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Alister Apartments

1845 Burton DrAustin, TX 78741
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Point South
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Point South

2200 Willow Creek DrAustin, TX 78741
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Chandelier
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Chandelier

2336 Douglas StAustin, TX 78741
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Easton Hills
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Easton Hills

1900 Burton DrAustin, TX 78741
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Verde Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Verde Apartments

2310 Wickersham LnAustin, TX 78741
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Mesh
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mesh

2101 Elmont DrAustin, TX 78741
property at 2124 Burton Dr

2124 Burton Dr

AustinTX78741
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Mia Riverside
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Mia Riverside

1601 Royal Crest DrAustin, TX 78741
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Burl North
2 Bedroom Apartments

Burl North

2507 Burleson CtAustin, TX 78741
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Altura
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Altura

1911-1911 Willow Creek DrAustin, TX 78741
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Mariposa Flats
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Mariposa Flats

1901 Mariposa DrAustin, TX 78741
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Riverside Meadows
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Riverside Meadows

1601 Montopolis DrAustin, TX 78741
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Ovation Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Ovation Apartments

2425 E Riverside DrAustin, TX 78741
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Mesh II
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mesh II

2425 Elmont DrAustin, TX 78741
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Belara
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Belara

1500 Crossing PlAustin, TX 78741
property at 1840 Burton Dr

1840 Burton Dr

AustinTX78741

South Shore, Austin, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Shore Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Shore area of Austin, TX is a Studio unit found at Mesh Apartments priced from $719. The Spoke has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $759. Here are the most affordable South Shore apartments for rent in Austin, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mesh ApartmentsE1-Mesh IIIStudio,1BA$719
The SpokeA11BR,1BA$759
Aero RiversideA21BR,1BA$762
Parker Lane ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$770
Parker Heights Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$780
The Patten WestA11BR,1BA$829
Array1A1BR,1BA$830
Alister Apartments11A1BR,1BA$833
Jewel Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$849

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Shore, TX

As of March 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Shore area is the $0.58 price per square foot Room in Condo on Crossing Pl Model at Room in Condo on Crossing Pl in the in the Oltorf-East Riverside neighborhood starting from $750. The second greatest value South Shore apartment is the B2 Model at Paradise Oaks Apartments starting at $1,550 with a $1.43 price per square foot in the Oltorf-East Riverside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Shore apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Room in Condo on Crossing PlRoom in Condo on Crossing Pl1BR,1BA$0.58
Paradise Oaks ApartmentsB22BR,2BA$1.43
Parker Lane ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.75
Jewel Apartment HomesB22BR,2BA$1.34
Verde ApartmentsB12BR,1BA$1.50
The SpokeB12BR,2BA$1.39
Array1C1BR,1BA$1.43
Vi CollinaA11BR,1BA$1.40
Parker Heights Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.27
The Patten WestA11BR,1BA$1.52

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Shore, Austin, TX

Ranked #72

Among neighborhoods in Austin, TX for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Texas including South Shore, Austin, and the greater Austin area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the South Shore Neighborhood in Austin, TX

Walk Score®

69 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

79 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

55 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Shore Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Shore?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Shore is at Mesh Apartments listed at $719.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Shore Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Shore Apartment is $759 at The Spoke.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Shore Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Shore is starting from $770 at Parker Lane Apartments.

What is the most affordable South Shore Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap South Shore Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Parker Lane Apartments and starts from $893.

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