South Manchaca

Austin, TX

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South Manchaca - Austin, TX

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Old South Austin charm abounds in this laidback locale

Affordable Charming Suburban Scenic Lush

Located about four miles south of Downtown Austin, South Manchaca is a charming neighborhood revered for its affordable homes and its laidback vibe. South Manchaca is brimming with apartments, houses, and townhomes available for rent along its lush, tree-dense boulevards. South Manchaca is predominantly residential, exuding a peaceful atmosphere within minutes of numerous area attractions.

South Manchaca is home to Saint David South Austin Hospital and Austin Community College South Austin Campus, affording many residents short commute times. The community also sits adjacent to Saint Edward’s University. Vibrant attractions like South Congress Avenue, Central Market, and Sunset Valley Marketfair are within easy driving distance of South Manchaca. Opportunities for outdoor recreation abound at Williamson Creek Greenbelt as well as the nearby Mabel Davis District Park and Barton Creek Greenbelt.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in South Manchaca is $383 for a studio, $1,084 for one bedroom, and $1,401 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in South Manchaca has decreased by -1.5% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 204 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $383/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 536 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,084/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 904 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,401/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

67

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.

49

Good Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.

70

Very Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

This area is very bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.

Reviews of South Manchaca - Austin, TX

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3.3 2 Reviews

Current Resident

3 years and 8 months agoNiche Review

There are copious amounts of greenery and wildlife in the area. Some of the roads go through a tunnel of trees, it's so beautiful. The neighbors are sweet and considerate of others. They are not noisy. This is a good place for gardening, we get a lot of sun and rain. There are also plenty of shady spots for other plants. The creeks are great for fishing.

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Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Barton Creek Greenbelt (360 Access)
  • Goat Cave Nature Preserve
  • Blunn Creek Nature Preserve
  • Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum
  • Zilker Botanical Garden

Military Bases

Airports

  • Austin-Bergstrom International

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