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Houses for Rent in Central Austin, Austin, TX

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Houses for Rent in Central Austin, Austin, TX. 265 Rentals Available
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    408 W. North Loop, Austin, TX 78751
    2 BEDS $1,950
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    Unit 208, Austin, TX 78758
    1 BED $775
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    902 Houston Street, Austin, TX 78756
    3 BEDS $1,995
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    5619 SHOAL CREEK, AUSTIN, TX 78731
    STUDIO $4,300
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    Apt 128, Austin, TX 78757
    2 BEDS $1,875
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    1500 E 37Th, Austin, TX 78722
    3 BEDS $2,000
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    3506 CHERRY LANE, AUSTIN, TX 78703
    STUDIO $11,000
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    Unit B, Austin, TX 78745
    3 BEDS $2,995
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    Unit C, Austin, TX 78756
    3 BEDS $3,500
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    2715 South 1St Street, Austin, TX 78704
    2 BEDS $2,550
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    Apt 3114, 2001 Ed Bluestein Blvd, Austin, TX 78721
    2 BEDS $3,400
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    1416 Poppy Seed Ln., Austin, TX 78741
    STUDIO $2,065
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    1708 Poppy Seed Ln., Austin, TX 78741
    STUDIO $2,100
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    7003 Ute Trl, Austin, TX 78729
    STUDIO $1,710
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    2601 Crystal Bend Drive, Pflugerville, TX 78660
    3 BEDS $2,475
    4 BEDS $3,000
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    10400 Old Manchaca Rd., Austin, TX 78748
    1 BED $1,490+
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    1108 Legacy Dr., Pflugerville, TX 78660
    3 BEDS $2,799
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    1420 Walden Pond Drive, Pflugerville, TX 78660
    3 BEDS $2,295
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    5802 Lakeside Trl, Austin, TX 78734
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    14608 John Marshall Bend, Manor, TX 78653
    3 BEDS $2,146
    4 BEDS $2,170
    5 BEDS $2,734
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Central Austin, Austin, TX rent trends

Rental prices in Central Austin, Austin, TX have increased by 2.94% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,393 to $2,464.

Average rent in Central Austin, Austin, TX

$2,464/mo Central Austin, Austin, TX average rental price, January 2026
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The average monthly rent for an apartment in Central Austin, Austin, TX is around $2,464.

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

    A share of 5% of apartments in Central Austin, Austin, TX have the cheapest rents between ≤ $1000. Around 18% of rentals are $2,001-$2,500. Around 17% of Central Austin's apartments have monthly rents between $1,001-$1,500. There are 25% of apartments with rents between $1,501-$2,000. A share of 12% of apartment rentals in Austin are in the $2,501-$3,000 range. Meanwhile, 24% of apartment rentals in Austin are in the > $3,000 range.

    The largest share of rentals in Central Austin, Austin, TX (25%) fall between $1,501-$2,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in Central Austin, TX

    82 /100
    Very Walkable
    59 /100
    Good Transit
    98 /100
    Biker's Paradise
    Walk Score®: 82, Transit Score®: 59, Bike Score®: 98

    Frequently asked questions

    How much is the rent for a house in Central Austin, Austin, TX?

    The price range of a house for rent is between $775 and $4,300.

    How many houses are available in Central Austin, Austin, TX on RentCafe?

    There are 4 house rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Central Austin, Austin, TX were last updated on 25 Feb 2026.

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

    The average Central Austin, Austin, TX rental house size is 1,278 sq. ft.

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

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

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

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

    Central Austin, Austin, TX demographics

    • 136,250Total Population
    • 67,180 Female
      69,070 Male
    • 35Median Age

    In total, Central Austin, Austin, TX has 136,250 residents, 67,180 women and 69,070 men, per U.S. Census recent estimates. Statistics show that the median age of Central Austin’s population is 35.

    Central Austin, Austin, TX households

    • 21,779 Family
      43,691 Non-family
    • 8,505 Children
      56,965 No Children
    • 65,470Total Number of Households
    • 1.27Average People Per Household
    • $97,160Median Household Income

    There is a total of 65,470 households in Central Austin, Austin, TX. Of these, 8,505 have children and 56,965 are without children. Per Census Bureau’s most current estimates, 21,779 family households and 43,691 non-family households live in this area. The size of a household in Central Austin is 1.27 people, on average. The median household annual income in Central Austin equals $97,160, and the monthly housing costs equal $1,798.

    Central Austin, Austin, TX education statistics

    According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, 2% of the population in Central Austin, Austin, TX have no high school education, 14% went to high-school, and 24% have partially completed college. Moreover, 4% of the population hold an Associate Degree, 36% hold a Bachelor Degree, and 21% hold a Graduate Degree.

    Renting a house in Central Austin, Austin, TX

    In real estate, location is everything. But as you are looking at homes for rent in Central Austin, Austin, TX it seems that you’ve got this part already figured out. There are 20 apartment rental properties in Central Austin, Austin, TX with prices ranging from $775 to $4,300. That can be a lot to browse through. If you are looking at cheap houses for rent and the maximum you can afford is less than $4,300, simplify your search by typing the maximum you can afford in the Rent filter. When you are searching in the price range of 3 bedroom duplexes there is no need to look at all the 4 bedroom single family homes for rent. Now that we got this out of the way, the real grind begins. The devil is in the amenities. Well, not really, but there are so many choices, you don’t know where to start. Buckle up, it can be a bumpy ride and it could wreak some temporary havoc in your otherwise perfect apartment search.

    Deciding on what is important when renting a house

    Remember how hard it was to search for your first apartment alone? How confused you were because of all the things you had to consider? We’d like to tell you that things will be a lot easier this time around, not only because you’re more experience, but also because we’re here to help you along the way. It is easy to agree on whether you need a 1 bedroom or a 2 bedroom house, but there might also be some debates on the importance of a fireplace, A/C, garage or a pool. Sit down and talk about what are your must-haves and nice-to-haves. Agree on the amenities even before the serious hunt for rental homes starts. With a clear plan, browsing through our 265 houses for rent in Central Austin, Austin, TX is a breeze as you can filter the results based on your favorite amenities and features.

    Finding a home nearby is easier than you think. Check out our Apartments Near Me page and take your pick!