Apartments for rent in Austin, TX

Did you know? Austin is considered the live music capital of the world. It has over 100 live music venues scattered around town, but 6th Street is the music hotspot. You'll find way more than just country music to boogie to.

Overview of Austin

Not many towns can compete with Austin. It consistently ranks at the top of various "best of" lists. Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or dedicated foodie, there is literally something for everyone. You can spend the cooler parts of the year biking, walking or running on miles of the city's trails and paths, including the Greenbelt and Lady Bird Lake. On your lunch break, downtown Austin is teeming with unique food trucks or great happy hours at a variety of microbreweries.

Different Neighborhoods in Austin

Check out some of the different neighborhoods Austin has to offer. East Austin is considered a hip neighborhood because of its strong liberal youth culture. This will be your favorite area if you like Mexican food, food trucks and a booming farmer's market. The East Riverside Oltorf neighborhood is a bustling center of outdoor recreation, tasty eateries, concerts and sporting events. When you aren't out on Lady Bird Lake, fill your belly at Chuy's, a renowned Mexican joint, and then follow up with a concert at Auditorium Shores. The Garrison Park-South Austin area is the heart of the city's motto, "Keep Austin Weird." Historic homes, unique bars and outdoor activities galore will lure you in while the school districts and great real estate prices keep you there.

Top 5 Austin Adventures

1. Cool off in Barton Springs: Barton Springs is a spring-fed pool that's 3 acres in size and sees over 800,000 swimmers every year. The water stays a steady 68 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit, and it's particularly busy in the hot summer months.
2. Take a yoga class on Lady Bird Lake, formerly known as Town Lake: Officially known as Lady Bird Lake, this quiet but popular lake is ideal for a morning stand up paddleboard yoga class. Enjoy a pleasant Texas morning saluting the sun on the water before taking a quiet walk on the trails surrounding the lake.
3. Embrace the football spirit: There's no way you're living in Austin without yelling "Hook 'em horns!" at least once every fall. When the days start getting cooler and the UT students start getting rowdy, you'll want to join the rest of the town and cheer on the local university.
4. Eat local at the Austin Farmers Market: Hosted by the Sustainable Food Center, the East Austin market is one of the largest in the state of Texas. With more than 100 vendors, you'll browse through more than fruits and vegetables; enjoy local cheeses, organic meat, soaps and samplings from Austin's best restaurants.
5. Listen to live music at Austin City Limits: The iconic venue hosts over 100 concerts every year and is home to the original Austin City Limits music series that airs on PBS.