East Congress

Austin, TX

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East Congress - Austin, TX

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An eclectic enclave in southeastern Austin

Suburban • Affordable • Laidback • Convenient • Scenic •

Situated at the intersection of I-35 and Route 71, East Congress is a laidback neighborhood teeming with modern conveniences. In addition to its many apartments and condos available for rent, East Congress offers a slew of shops and restaurants within its borders.

East Congress contains numerous familiar stores and chain restaurants alongside I-35 and its stretch of South Congress Avenue. The community is also home to an array of bars and breweries in a warehouse setting on South Saint Elmo Road and Industrial Boulevard. Resident enjoy ample opportunities for outdoor recreation at Williamson Creek Greenbelt and McKinney Falls State Park, along with close proximity to Saint Edward’s University.

Rent Trends

As of February 2025, the average apartment rent in East Congress is $1,251 for a studio, $1,485 for one bedroom, $1,927 for two bedrooms, and $2,102 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in East Congress has decreased by -12.7% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 505 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,251/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 707 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,485/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 1,120 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,927/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,230 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,102/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

54

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

46

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

54

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Top Apartments in East Congress

44 South

44 South

4411 S Congress Ave,
Austin, TX 78745

$1,420 - $2,240 | Studio - 2 Beds

Prospect

Prospect

122 Sheraton Ave,
Austin, TX 78745

$1,099 - $3,300 | Studio - 2 Beds

Griffis SoCo Austin

Griffis SoCo Austin

500 E Stassney Ln,
Austin, TX 78745

$1,147 - $2,203 | 1-3 Beds

Sur512

Sur512

5010 S Congress Ave,
Austin, TX 78745

$1,237 - $2,272 | 1-3 Beds

Tramor at Oak Bend

Tramor at Oak Bend

903-911 Battle Bend Blvd,
Austin, TX 78745

$1,020 - $1,525 | 1-2 Beds

Sierra Vista

Sierra Vista

4320 Congress Ave S,
Austin, TX 78745

$1,087 - $1,433 | 1-2 Beds

4510 Terry-O Ln

4510 Terry-O Ln

4510 Terry-O Ln,
Austin, TX 78745

$1,795 | 1 Bed

4510 Terry-O Ln

4510 Terry-O Ln

4510 Terry-O Ln,
Austin, TX 78745

$2,750 | 2 Beds

4510 Terry-O Ln

4510 Terry-O Ln

4510 Terry-O Ln,
Austin, TX 78745

$3,750 | 2 Beds

Houses for Rent in East Congress

4510 Terry-O Ln

4510 Terry-O Ln,
Austin, TX 78745

1 Bed | 1 Bath | $1,795

504 Westmorland Dr

504 Westmorland Dr,
Austin, TX 78745

3 Beds | 2 Baths | $2,750

300 Tilbury Ln

300 Tilbury Ln,
Austin, TX 78745

3 Beds | 1.5 Baths | $2,800

609 Colonial Park Blvd

609 Colonial Park Blvd,
Austin, TX 78745

3 Beds | 2 Baths | $2,100

505 Fort Clark Dr

505 Fort Clark Dr,
Austin, TX 78745

3 Beds | 1 Bath | $1,795

100 Mockingbird Ln W

100 Mockingbird Ln W,
Austin, TX 78745

2 Beds | 2 Baths | $1,900

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