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

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Shore?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Shore Studio Apartments | $1,464 | $849 | $2,413 |
South Shore 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,745 | $639 | $3,731 |
South Shore 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,230 | $770 | $5,155 |
South Shore 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,845 | $698 | $5,940 |
South Shore 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,509 | $560 | $2,164 |
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Mesh Apartments | E1-Mesh III | Studio,1BA | $719 |
The Spoke | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $759 |
Aero Riverside | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $762 |
Parker Lane Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $770 |
Parker Heights Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $780 |
The Patten West | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $829 |
Array | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $830 |
Alister Apartments | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $833 |
Jewel Apartment Homes | A1 | 1BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Room in Condo on Crossing Pl | Room in Condo on Crossing Pl | 1BR,1BA | $0.58 |
Paradise Oaks Apartments | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
Parker Lane Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.75 |
Jewel Apartment Homes | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
Verde Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
The Spoke | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
Array | 1C | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
Vi Collina | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
Parker Heights Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
The Patten West | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Shore, Austin, TX
Ranked #72
Among neighborhoods in Austin, TX for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
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
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 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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