Tour by Alexa, @apartmentsbyalexa, January 2025
Trailhead East
Govalle / Johnston Terrace (near Springdale) · Austin 78721 · built 2024 · 222 homes
- $1,515
- base rent, lowest plan
- 10 wks free
- move-in special
- $1,302
- a month all in, after the special and fees
Rents and special checked Oct 24, 2026 on ApartmentList.
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Trailhead East rents
Base rent by floor plan, checked Oct 24, 2026 on ApartmentList
| Plan | Size | Base rent | After special |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio1 bath · 510–576 sq ft | 510–576 sq ft | $1,515–$1,802 | $1,224 |
| 1 bed1 bath · 656–740 sq ft | 656–740 sq ft | $1,770–$1,950 | $1,430 |
| 2 bed2 bath · 1,157 sq ft | 1,157 sq ft | $2,750 | $2,221 |
Special: Get up to 4-10 weeks free, exclusions apply!
"After special" spreads 10 weeks free over a 12-month lease. Longer leases change the math; the calculator below handles that.
On top of rent every month: $78 a month: community care $25, valet trash $35, trash admin $3, package $10, pest $5
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What you'd really pay
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$1,508
a month, all in, for the 1 bed over 12 months
- Base rent
- $1,770
- 10 weeks free is worth
- $4,085
- Rent after the special
- $1,430
- Plus required fees
- $78
Rents checked Oct 24, 2026. Fees preset to $78, the property's required monthly charges. Specials usually apply to select homes and lease terms; I confirm the exact unit before you apply.
My take on Trailhead East
Trailhead East is phase two of Stonelake's Trailhead, 222 homes on Bolm Road, a 3-minute walk from Govalle Neighborhood Park. It is still leasing up, which is why the concessions are big. From the floor plans and listings: quartz counters, farmhouse sinks, in-unit laundry, blackout shades and balconies or patios. Shared spaces include a rooftop sky deck, a pool, a coworking room and a dog wash. This phase has no official website, so most of what follows comes from listings.
Studios start at $1,515 and one-bedrooms at $1,770, but these are ApartmentList prices on 18-month leases, labeled total price, so they may already include fees. The special reads up to 4 to 10 weeks free with exclusions. At 10 weeks on 18 months, the studio nets about $1,321. At 4 weeks, about $1,437. A third-party review lists $78 a month in required fees, so if your quote leaves them out, add that. Get the exact weeks for your unit in writing.
Springdale General and Springdale Green are about 4 minutes away, East 7th restaurants about 6, and downtown and the airport each about 10 to 12 minutes by car. Reviewers mention hot water and elevator outages, strict visitor towing and construction noise nearby. Tip: register guest cars before anyone visits, and ask about the income-restricted studios for households at or below 80% MFI. Those rents depend on income limits, and I can check eligibility.
- Worth a look if
- you want a new building beside Govalle Park and the Springdale corridor, with deep lease-up concessions and an affordable-unit option
- Look elsewhere if
- you need a 3-bedroom (none listed), or reliable building systems and easy guest parking matter more than the concession
- The catch
- The headline specials are 'up to' and exclusions apply, and roughly $78/mo in mandatory add-ons sits on top of base rent. Residents have reported hot water and elevator outages plus aggressive visitor towing.
Fees, deposits and pets
What it costs to move in, and what gets added to rent each month.
| Application | $200 |
|---|---|
| Admin fee | Ask |
| Deposit | $375-$1,000 based on screening |
| Monthly add-ons | $78 a month: community care $25, valet trash $35, trash admin $3, package $10, pest $5 |
| Parking | First spot included; reserved $30/mo; additional vehicle $50/mo |
| Pets | $300 deposit, $25/mo pet rent |
| Pet limits | Up to 2, weight: null, breed restrictions apply |
| Income needed | 3x rent |
| Income-restricted homes | Income-restricted homes for households at or below 80% MFI (floorplans S1AF/S2AF listed as affordable); confirm availability with office |
$300 refundable deposit per pet + $25/mo per pet; dog wash station on site
Inside and around
In the homes
- quartz countertops
- farmhouse sinks
- stainless-steel appliances
- in-unit washer/dryer
- blackout solar shades
- private balconies/patios
- USB charging outlets
- hard-surface flooring
In the building
- outdoor pool
- fitness center
- rooftop sky deck
- co-working space and clubroom
- bike room
- dog spa / wash station
- outdoor grilling stations
- storage rooms
Where it is
5100 Bolm Rd, Austin 78721
Govalle / Johnston Terrace (near Springdale), East Austin. Drive times are typical off-peak estimates.
Close by
- Govalle Neighborhood Park3 min walk
- Springdale General4 min drive
- Springdale Green4 min drive
- East 7th / East Cesar Chavez restaurants6 min drive
Drive to
- Downtown10 min
- The Domain20 min
- UT Austin12 min
- Airport12 min
- East Cesar Chavez1.9 mi
- Dell Seton Medical Center2.7 mi
- Mueller2.8 mi
Trailhead East questions
How does parking work at Trailhead East?
A June 2026 third-party review says your first space is included, a reserved spot is $30 a month and each additional vehicle is $50. Visitor towing is strict, so register guests ahead of time. I confirm the current terms with the office.
Is Trailhead East the same as Trailhead?
No. Trailhead at 1120 Shady Lane is phase one. Trailhead East at 5100 Bolm Road is the newer second phase from the same developer, Stonelake, with its own pricing and specials, so make sure quotes are for the right one.
How much is rent at Trailhead East?
Base rents on Oct 24, 2026: studios from $1,515, 1 beds from $1,770, 2 beds from $2,750. Prices move with the unit, floor and lease length, so I check the live number before you apply.
Does Trailhead East have a move-in special?
On Oct 24, 2026 the special was "Get up to 4-10 weeks free, exclusions apply!". On a $1,770 home that works out to about $1,430 a month over a 12-month lease. Specials change often and usually apply to select homes.
Is Trailhead East pet friendly?
Yes: up to 2 pets, $25 a month pet rent, weight limit: 100 lb per pet, breed restrictions apply. Confirm the current policy and fees for your pet when we book the tour.
What fees does Trailhead East charge?
Up front: application $200, deposit $375-$1,000 based on screening. Every month on top of rent: $78 a month: community care $25, valet trash $35, trash admin $3, package $10, pest $5.
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