
Cheap Homes for Rent in Southeast Austin Neighborhood of Austin, TX from $500 (161 Rentals)
Cheap Homes in the Southeast Austin area of Austin.


6212 Roseborough Dr

7900 Bramble Bush Dr

400 Eagle Brook Ln

7900 Rosenberry Dr

Private bedroom in 3 bed/2 bath Home

7907 Rosenberry Dr, Unit C (Next to stairs)

3702 Pevetoe St

Private bedroom in 3 bed/1 bath Home

5709 Abby Ann Ln
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1901 Crossing Pl

Private bedroom in 3 bed/1 bath Home

1901 Crossing Pl

6508 S 1st St

1901 Crossing Pl

1824 S I-35 Frontage Rd

Private bedroom in 4 bed/3 bath Home

901 Springdale Rd

Private bedroom in 3 bed/1 bath Home

Private bedroom in 3 bed/2 bath Home
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7504 Harmony Shoals Bnd

2809 Parker Ln

2500 Burleson Ct

Private bedroom in 3 bed/2 bath Home

5211 Tahoe Trail

1909 E Stassney Ln

5402 Ponciana Dr

1901 Crossing Pl

5808 Bell Tower Ln

1800 S I-35 Frontage Rd
Southeast Austin - 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!

4915 Freidrich Ln

5901 Nancy Dr

1609 Morgan Ln

3819 Southway Dr

1705 Crossing Pl

6404 Ponca St

1013 E 3rd St

1106 Jolena Cir

1317 Southport Dr

6903 Deatonhill Dr

1840 Burton Dr

1131 1/2-and 1/2 Poquito St

8515 S I-35 Frontage Rd

5209 Tahoe Trail

8001 S I-35 Frontage Rd

7500 S I-35 Frontage Rd

5006 W Wind Trail

9323 Menchaca Rd

3401 Willowrun Cove

3428 Willowrun Dr
Southeast Austin, Austin, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Southeast Austin?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Southeast Austin 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,389 | $995 | $10,000+ |
Southeast Austin 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,772 | $1,500 | $10,000+ |
Southeast Austin 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,427 | $1,690 | $10,000+ |
Southeast Austin 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,484 | $2,350 | $10,000+ |
Southeast Austin 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,295 | $2,295 | $2,295 |
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There are currently 161 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Southeast Austin Neighborhood of Austin, TX.
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Cheapest Available Southeast Austin Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southeast Austin area of Austin, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Chevy Chase Downs priced from $699. Mesh Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $719. Here are the most affordable Southeast Austin apartments for rent in Austin, TX:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Chevy Chase Downs | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
Mesh Apartments | E1-Mesh III | Studio,1BA | $719 |
Aspire at Onion Creek | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $721 |
Bridge at Turtle Creek | E1 | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Forest Creek Apartments | 1 Bedroom A2 | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Array | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $755 |
The Enclave | E1 | Studio,1BA | $755 |
The Brook Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1/1B | 1BR,1BA | $755 |
Emerson Apartments | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $768 |
Coppertree | Coventry | 1BR,1BA | $769 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Austin, TX
As of May 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southeast Austin area is the $1.04 price per square foot Two Bedroom / Two bath Model at The Studio at ThinkEast in the in the East Austin neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Southeast Austin apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Frontier East Apartments starting at $1,350 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the Riverside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southeast Austin apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Studio at ThinkEast | Two Bedroom / Two bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
Frontier East Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.22 |
Stassney at SoCo | 2.2B | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
Parker Lane Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.75 |
Acclaim at South Congress | 2b1bblc | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
Metropolis Apartments | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
The Social Apartments | The Mixer | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
Chaparral Apartments | 1 bed flat | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
Forest Creek Apartments | 1 Bedroom A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
The Beckett | A | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Southeast Austin
What type of rentals are currently available in Southeast Austin?
There are currently 833 Apartments for Rent in Southeast Austin, TX with pricing that ranges from $470 to $19,369. There are also 1039 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southeast Austin ranging from $549 to $20,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Southeast Austin?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Southeast Austin ranges from $549 to $20,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,946.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Southeast Austin?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Southeast Austin range from $600 to $19,369, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,500 to $16,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,690 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $560.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Austin, TX
Written by: Raul Mercado
I'm Raul, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com local expert for Austin, Texas.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.