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Houses for Rent in South Austin, Austin, TX

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    2325 Bendridge Trl., Austin, TX 78744
    3 BEDS $1,700
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    2908 Wickersham, Austin, TX 78741
    3 BEDS $2,650
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    G182RE - 2315 Dove Springs, Austin, TX 78744
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    F001RE-4801 S. Congress Ave., #B-6, Austin, TX 78745
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    F022RE - 717 Sheraton Ave, Austin, TX 78745
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    2509 Durwood Street, Unit A, Austin, TX 78704
    3 BEDS $5,999
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    7700 Dylan Drive, Austin, TX 78744
    2 BEDS $1,995
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    6804A Circle S Road, Austin, TX 78745
    2 BEDS $1,300
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    3708 Sweet Watermelon Ln, Buda, TX 78610
    4 BEDS $2,500
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    12605 Dairywork Road, Austin, TX 78747
    1 BED $850
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    8700 Soho Drive, Austin, TX 78748
    2 BEDS $1,000
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    1212 Gingerlily Cove, Austin, TX 78745
    3 BEDS $2,600
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    913 Sweetwater River Dr., Austin, TX 78748
    3 BEDS $2,350
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    1308 Morgan Lane, Austin, TX 78704
    2 BEDS $2,100
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    10400 Old Manchaca Rd., Austin, TX 78748
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    2 BEDS $1,940+
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    3206 Locke Lane, Austin, TX 78704
    3 BEDS $2,600
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    803 Herndon Lane, Austin, TX 78704
    4 BEDS $9,500
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    279 Flowering Senna Drive, Buda, TX 78610
    4 BEDS $2,900
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    1301 West Oltorf, Austin, TX 78704
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    11708 Johnny Weismuller Ln, Austin, TX 78748
    4 BEDS $2,300
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    2803 East 5Th Street, Austin, TX 78702
    5 BEDS $2,900
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    2823 Garwood Street, Austin, TX 78702
    2 BEDS $2,595
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    800 Prospect Avenue, Austin, TX 78702
    2 BEDS $3,300
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    2511 East 9Th Street, Austin, TX 78702
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    2511 E 9Th St, Austin, TX 78702
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South Austin, Austin, TX rent trends

Rental prices in South Austin, Austin, TX have decreased by 4.06% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,503 to $1,442.

Average rent in South Austin, Austin, TX

$1,442/mo South Austin, Austin, TX average rental price, September 2025
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The average monthly rent for an apartment in South Austin, Austin, TX is around $1,442.

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

    A share of 15% of apartments in South Austin, Austin, TX have the cheapest rents between ≤ $1000. Around 7% of rentals are $2,001-$2,500. Around 48% of South Austin's apartments have monthly rents between $1,001-$1,500. There are 27% of apartments with rents between $1,501-$2,000. A share of 2% of apartment rentals in Austin are in the $2,501-$3,000 range. Meanwhile, 1% of apartment rentals in Austin are in the > $3,000 range.

    The largest share of rentals in South Austin, Austin, TX (48%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in South Austin, TX

    4 /100
    Car-Dependent
    14 /100
    Somewhat Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 4, Bike Score®: 14

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the average size of a rental house in South Austin, Austin, TX?

    The average South Austin, Austin, TX rental house size is 1,161 sq. ft.

    What are the advantages of renting a house in South Austin, Austin, TX?

    Renting a house in South Austin, Austin, TX comes with more space, both indoor and outdoor.

    What are the downsides of renting a house apartment in South Austin, Austin, TX?

    Houses for rent in South Austin, Austin, TX are usually located in non-central areas.

    South Austin, Austin, TX demographics

    • 108,081Total Population
    • 52,441 Female
      55,640 Male
    • 34Median Age

    In total, South Austin, Austin, TX has 108,081 residents, 52,441 women and 55,640 men, per U.S. Census recent estimates. Statistics show that the median age of South Austin’s population is 34.

    South Austin, Austin, TX households

    • 22,428 Family
      25,933 Non-family
    • 10,842 Children
      37,519 No Children
    • 48,361Total Number of Households
    • 1.87Average People Per Household
    • $81,502Median Household Income

    There is a total of 48,361 households in South Austin, Austin, TX. Of these, 10,842 have children and 37,519 are without children. Per Census Bureau’s most current estimates, 22,428 family households and 25,933 non-family households live in this area. The size of a household in South Austin is 1.87 people, on average. The median household annual income in South Austin equals $81,502, and the monthly housing costs equal $1,585.

    South Austin, Austin, TX education statistics

    According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, 8% of the population in South Austin, Austin, TX have no high school education, 25% went to high-school, and 19% have partially completed college. Moreover, 6% of the population hold an Associate Degree, 30% hold a Bachelor Degree, and 12% hold a Graduate Degree.

    Renting a house in South Austin, Austin, TX

    You know it’s time for a change, and snatching your dream house might be the perfect way to start. If you’re not sure where to look, we’ll give you a tip. About 25 rental homes are located in South Austin, Austin, TX, ranging in price from $850 to $9,500. Whether you’re looking for duplexes, townhouses or single family homes for rent, you’re sure to find what you need. The average rent for a South Austin, Austin, TX property is about $3,069, but if you’re looking for cheap houses for rent, take a look at 1 bedroom and 2 bedroom properties, which are likely to be more affordable.

    Renting a house. It’s a family affair!

    Single family homes have long been an attractive option for family oriented people. If you have a big family, 3 bedroom and 4 bedroom properties might be the right fit for you. To find the home of your dreams, don’t forget to use the filters on RentCafe, so you can be sure that you’re not wasting any time looking at properties that don’t interest you. Soon enough you will be enjoying the privacy and comfort of your new home, without any noises coming from the upstairs neighbors. Don’t forget about the added benefit of having a backyard, a safe place for your children and family pet, where you can also try your hand at gardening and, why not, grow your own organic vegetables. Don’t forget to ask your landlord for permission in writing before you make any changes to the landscape. If one of the 25 South Austin, Austin, TX homes for rent is the right one for you, you can apply for a lease online right here on RentCafe.

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