East Austin Apartments: 15 New Buildings on Video

What to know first

East Austin covers a lot of ground, from the bars and restaurants on East 6th and Cesar Chavez out past Airport Boulevard to Springdale, Govalle, MLK and the Ed Bluestein corridor. The new apartments here split into two kinds: smaller buildings close in, near East 6th, Manor Road and Mueller, and larger complexes further east where rents drop quickly as you cross US-183.

Close in, you are paying for being able to walk or bike to food and nightlife and for a short drive downtown. Further east, you get more space for the money, newer buildings with bigger specials and easier parking, with a ten to twenty minute drive in. Several East Austin properties also set aside homes at income-restricted rents, which I can check you against.

Each building below has a video tour, base rents checked on the date shown, and the fees you will actually pay.

Biggest specials first

Tap any building for its tour, rent sheet, fees and my take.

Questions

Is East Austin expensive to rent?

Close to East 6th, Cesar Chavez and Mueller it is one of the pricier parts of the city for new buildings. East of US-183 rents fall noticeably, and that is where most of the current specials are.

Which part of East Austin is most walkable?

The blocks around East 6th, East Cesar Chavez, Manor Road and Mueller. Further east along Springdale, MLK and Ed Bluestein, plan on driving for most errands.

Which East Austin buildings have the biggest specials right now?

Bluestem at Loyola (12 weeks free), Lirica (12 weeks free), Trailhead East (Get up to 4-10 weeks free, exclusions apply). Specials usually apply to select homes and lease terms, so I confirm the unit before you apply.

What is the cheapest new one-bedroom in East Austin?

On the date checked, Bluestem at Loyola: one-bedrooms from $1,327 base rent, about $1,021 a month after its 12-week special.

Which of these have garages or yards?

Garages: Bridge at The Blockyard. Private yards on some homes: AMLI North Park. Both are usually limited to certain floor plans.

Do any of these have income-restricted apartments?

Yes: Lirica, Trailhead East, Libertad Austin, Alexan Rivercrest, Bridge at The Blockyard, Rivette Tower and others. Rent at those homes depends on household size and income limits; send me yours and I'll tell you where you qualify.

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