Coming to the Capital: 5 Must-See 2-Bedroom Apartments You Can Rent in Austin Right Now

With plentiful jobs, a young, vibrant population and the state’s best music scene, it’s no wonder the city of Austin is booming. Ranked No. 2 on U.S New and World Report’s “Best Places to Live” list earlier this year, it’s a Texas town like no other.

Just look at how the city’s grown over the last 10 years, and if Census data has anything to say about it, that growth is only going to continue. At more than 2 million residents right now, it’s one of the fastest growing cities in the nation, bringing in millennials, young professionals and young families left and right.

Because the area’s in such high demand, rents are a little higher than the national average. Still, affordable properties are available – you just have to know where to look.

Want to move to the Lone Star State’s booming capital? Let’s take a look at some great 2-bedroom apartments in Austin you can get right now. Though the average rent for 2-bedrooms is $1,424 in the city, we’ll look at a few both above and below that price point.

#1. SOCO, Sweetbriar, $1,030, 766 sq. ft.

On the south side of town near St. Edward’s University, Sweetbriar’s SOCO community offers spacious apartments at a lower-than-average cost. The complex also boasts a media room, a resort-style pool, on-site laundry facilities, a fitness center and more. Pets are allowed, and units have faux granite countertops, garden tubs, balconies, bay windows, and other great amenities.

#2. Walnut Creek Crossing, River Oaks, $1,126, 1,002 sq. ft.

Just a hundred more a month can get you 300 additional square feet in Walnut Creek Crossing, a North Austin find with easy access to I-34, the Mopac Expressway, and Metric Boulevard. Hiking and biking trails abound in the area, and on-site amenities like a pool, hot tub and picnic area ensure there’s no shortage of things to do. The complex even offers flexible leasing terms.

#3. Ridgeview, Tanglewood Oaks, $1,365, 1,250 sq. ft.

A southwestern community, the Ridgeview apartment community is just a hop, skip, and jump away from downtown Austin. With a beautiful waterscape pool, a resident theater, putting green, and a fully-equipped fitness center, it’s full of amazing amenities any resident would love. Large closets, dishwashers, private balconies or patios, and fireplaces are just a few of the amenities your unit could have.

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#4. Burnet Flats, Brentwood, $2,071, 1,128 sq. ft.

Located on the north side of town and surrounded by tons of restaurants, coffee shops and the Austin-favorite Alamo Drafthouse, Burnet Flats offers some serious amenities. On top of the community’s fitness center, pool and sky lounge, units come equipped with built-in bookshelves, pendant lighting, custom wood cabinetry, kitchen islands, and soaking tubs.

#5. 5^th Street Commons, Clarksville, $2,550, 1,230 sq. ft.

Right in the heart of the Clarksville Historic District, 5^th Street Commons is just a short jaunt away from Austin’s famous 6^th street and minutes from Zilker Park and Lady Bird Lake. Ideally located in a lively area lined with historic homes, funky shops, and mom-and-pop restaurants, the complex boasts a pool, recycling, covered parking, a fitness center, two interior courtyards, and easy access to public transport. Units come with top-tier amenities like patios, wood flooring, stainless steel appliances, washers and dryers, granite countertops with tiled backsplashes, and designer lighting. Throw in the amazing custom touches (built-in bookcases, computer nooks, under-cabinet lighting, and art niches) and it’s urban living at its best!

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