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Apartments for Rent in East Austin, Austin, TX

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    1026 Clayton Ln, Austin, TX 78723
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $899+
    2 BEDS $999+
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    Discover comfortable living at Sunday Village, featuring affordable 55 and over senior apartments in Austin, TX, designed for active seniors. Thoughtfully planned to support your independent lifestyle, our selection of one and two-bedroom layouts ranging between 665 and 903 square feet comes with practical finishes and thoughtful amenities. Expect spacious rooms that give your home an open feel, oversized closets where all your belongings have their place, and fully equipped kitchens to help you with your culinary endeavors. Not to mention the patios, balconies, or sunrooms that come with these Austin apartments. Interested in finding out more? Schedule a tour today!

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    • Patio/Balcony
    • Laundry Facilities
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    2604 Manor Rd, Austin, TX 78722
    STUDIO $799+
    1 BED $919
    2 BEDS $1,119+
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    2011 East 6Th, Austin, TX 78702
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    1 BED $1,375
    2 BEDS $1,750
    3 BEDS $1,900
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    811 East 11Th Street, Austin, TX 78702
    STUDIO $1,379+
    1 BED $1,704+
    2 BEDS $2,174+
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    1071 Clayton Lane, Austin, TX 78723
    1 BED $849+
    2 BEDS $1,299+
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    1026 Clayton Ln, Austin, TX 78723
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    1 BED $899+
    2 BEDS $999+
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    6600 Ed Bluestein, Austin, TX 78723
    STUDIO $918+
    1 BED $998+
    2 BEDS $1,438+
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    2613 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78702
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    5225 Jain Lane, Austin, TX 78721
    STUDIO $819
    1 BED $874+
    2 BEDS $1,045+
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    1190 Airport Blvd, Austin, TX 78702
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    4611 N Interstate Highway, Austin, TX 78722
    STUDIO $769
    1 BED $625
    2 BEDS $1,299
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    9301 E US Hwy 290, Austin, TX 78724
    STUDIO $1,025+
    1 BED $1,050+
    2 BEDS $1,358+
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    1700 E 4Th St., Austin, TX 78702
    STUDIO $1,325+
    1 BED $1,400
    2 BEDS $2,312+
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    Apt 3114, 2001 Ed Bluestein Blvd, Austin, TX 78721
    2 BEDS $3,400
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    9351 Decker Lake Road, Austin, TX 78724
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $999
    2 BEDS $1,149+
    3 BEDS $1,349
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    5700 Cameron Rd, Austin, TX 78723
    1 BED $606+
    2 BEDS $807+
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    6007 North IH-35, Austin, TX 78723
    STUDIO $1,083+
    1 BED $1,265+
    2 BEDS $1,500+
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    1630 East 6Th Street, Austin, TX 78702
    STUDIO $1,299+
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    2 BEDS $2,099+
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    1614 East 6Th Street, Austin, TX 78702
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    1 BED $1,323
    2 BEDS $2,392+
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    3219 Manor Road, Austin, TX 78723
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    1 BED $3,299
    2 BEDS $2,324
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    7601 Springdale Road, Austin, TX 78724
    1 BED $1,012+
    2 BEDS $1,525+
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    1120 Shady Ln, Austin, TX 78721
    STUDIO $1,275+
    1 BED $1,501+
    2 BEDS $2,685+
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    10350 Blue Bluff Rd, Austin, TX 78724
    STUDIO $1,235
    1 BED $1,280
    2 BEDS $1,936
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    5900 Westminster Drive, Austin, TX 78723
    STUDIO $1,519+
    1 BED $1,587+
    2 BEDS $2,503+
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    6107 Decker Ln, Austin, TX 78724
    1 BED $1,338+
    2 BEDS $1,554+
    3 BEDS $2,289+
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East Austin, Austin, TX rent trends

Rental prices in East Austin, Austin, TX have decreased by 3.75% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,893 to $1,822.

Average rent in East Austin, Austin, TX

$1,822/mo East Austin, Austin, TX average rental price, September 2025
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The average monthly rent for an apartment in East Austin, Austin, TX is around $1,822.

    What's the typical rent budget in East Austin, Austin, TX?

    A share of 3% of apartments in East Austin, Austin, TX have the cheapest rents between ≤ $1000. Around 20% of rentals are $2,001-$2,500. Around 28% of East Austin's apartments have monthly rents between $1,001-$1,500. There are 38% of apartments with rents between $1,501-$2,000. A share of 7% of apartment rentals in Austin are in the $2,501-$3,000 range. Meanwhile, 5% of apartment rentals in Austin are in the > $3,000 range.

    The largest share of rentals in East Austin, Austin, TX (38%) fall between $1,501-$2,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in East Austin, TX

    10 /100
    Car-Dependent
    10 /100
    Minimal Transit
    36 /100
    Somewhat Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 10, Transit Score®: 10, Bike Score®: 36

    Frequently asked questions

    When were prices and availability in East Austin, Austin, TX last updated?

    Prices and availability in East Austin, Austin, TX were last updated on 18 Nov 2025.

    What are the best apartments in East Austin, Austin, TX?

    The best apartments in East Austin, Austin, TX are: Sunday Village, Volume, Villas on Sixth Apartment Homes, Eleven by Windsor and Mueller Flats Apartments.

    What is the average rent in East Austin, Austin, TX?

    The average rent in East Austin, Austin, TX is $1,881.

    What is the price range for a studio apartment in East Austin, Austin, TX?

    The price range for a studio apartment in East Austin, Austin, TX is between $769 and $10,000.

    What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in East Austin, Austin, TX?

    The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in East Austin, Austin, TX is between $606 and $10,000.

    What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in East Austin, Austin, TX?

    The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in East Austin, Austin, TX is between $807 and $10,000.

    What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in East Austin, Austin, TX?

    The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in East Austin, Austin, TX is between $819 and $5,181.

    What type of rental buildings are in East Austin, Austin, TX?

    In East Austin, 47% of the residents are renting compared to 53% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 31% of East Austin’s rentals, 39% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 27% are single-family rentals.

    Living in East Austin, Austin, TX

    East Austin is an older section of the city and one of the fastest-growing neighborhoods to undergo a new wave of revitalization. In particular, younger renters and families are attracted to an offbeat, yet trendy vibe put forth by the area's many local coffeehouses, restaurants and food trucks. Here, the west side of East Austin borders downtown, which is mostly apartments for rent, whereas there are blue-collar neighborhoods to the east with small houses for rent and well-kept yards. Or, Boggy Creek provides spectacular waterfront views throughout the whole neighborhood. Notably, East Austin has a lower cost of living compared to other neighborhoods, like Hancock, Mueller and Travis Heights. Meanwhile, renters with families are within the educational district of Blackshear Elementary School, Kealing Middle School and Eastside Early College High School. Renters in East Austin are also near St. David Hospital and Redford Hospital.

    Renting in East Austin, Austin, TX

    East Austin rentals are a mix of historic, bungalow-style houses and newer, mid-rise apartment rentals with modern architecture and appliances. Keep in mind that renting in East Austin gets more expensive the closer you get to downtown Austin, whereas it's more affordable to the west. Overall, East Austin has a lively feel consisting of public murals, food trucks, boutique stores and live music all within walking distance of rentals. Here, the older houses for rent are mostly for students, and the mid-rise apartments tend to have one to three bedrooms. Specifically, 7East is a modern apartment building near a large dog park; Corazon has apartments with a grocery store on the ground floor; and apartment rentals at Residences at Saltillo are within walking distance of downtown and East Austin. (The latter also have ground-floor stores, like Whole Foods). Renters are also close to the Boardwalk at Lady Bird Lake, Tejano Walking Trail and Coma Pocket Park.

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    East Austin, Austin, TX demographics

    • 119,775Total Population
    • 57,650 Female
      62,125 Male
    • 35Median Age

    In total, East Austin, Austin, TX has 119,775 residents, 57,650 women and 62,125 men, per U.S. Census recent estimates. Statistics show that the median age of East Austin’s population is 35.

    Amenities in East Austin, Austin, TX

    East Austin has an amazing foodie scene consisting of "must-try" restaurants and well-established food trucks (like Palomino's Food Truck and The Vegan Nom). Renters also recommend Argentinian dishes at Buenos Aires Café, French cuisine at Justine's, Italian from Patrizi's and Hoover's Cooking. The east side, just across I-35, is technically central Austin, but has shops with some of the cheapest prices to be found. Renters here enjoy nightlife at Saraha Lounge and Hotel Vegas for live music; Kitty Cohen's bar and pool; and blues and soul music at Skylark Lounge. Plus, when renting in East Austin, there are grocery stores, such as H-E-B, Whole Foods, Royal Blue Grocery and Quickie Pickie. Otherwise, department stores in East Austin include Target and Marshalls, as well as boutique stores, like Hey Murphy and Take Heart.

    East Austin, Austin, TX households

    • 25,710 Family
      24,832 Non-family
    • 12,847 Children
      37,695 No Children
    • 50,542Total Number of Households
    • 1.89Average People Per Household
    • $101,034Median Household Income

    There is a total of 50,542 households in East Austin, Austin, TX. Of these, 12,847 have children and 37,695 are without children. Per Census Bureau’s most current estimates, 25,710 family households and 24,832 non-family households live in this area. The size of a household in East Austin is 1.89 people, on average. The median household annual income in East Austin equals $101,034, and the monthly housing costs equal $1,778.

    Transportation in East Austin, Austin, TX

    While there is a fair amount of traffic, renting in East Austin provides easy access to I-35 and Highway 183 for getting around the city faster than other neighborhoods. Alternatively, public transportation is provided by CapMetro. In this case, routes 801 and 803 take renters from East Austin to Cesar Chavez, Holly, Blackland, Cherrywood and the University of Texas. At 31st Street, Route 801 continues north to Chinatown and Tech Ridge, and south to Southpark Meadows. At 38th Street, Route 803 travels northwest and takes renters to The Domain in North Austin. Or, Uber and Lyft are available for renters who do not have a car. Finally, to get to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, renters take Highway 183 southeast for five miles.

    East Austin, Austin, TX education statistics

    According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, 7% of the population in East Austin, Austin, TX have no high school education, 23% went to high-school, and 18% have partially completed college. Moreover, 5% of the population hold an Associate Degree, 30% hold a Bachelor Degree, and 17% hold a Graduate Degree.

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