Apartment for rent

5+ Days Ago

218 W 5th St
218 W 5th St, Austin, TX 78701, USA

Monthly rent	$2,280–$3,978
Beds	1–2
Baths	1–2
Sqft	695–1,251

Apartment for rent

5+ Days Ago

218 W 5th St
218 W 5th St, Austin, TX 78701, USA

Apartment for rent

Monthly rent	$2,280–$3,978
Beds	1–2
Baths	1–2
Sqft	695–1,251

218 W 5th St
218 W 5th St, Austin, TX 78701, USA

Apartment for rent

Monthly rent	$2,280–$3,978
Beds	1–2
Baths	1–2
Sqft	695–1,251

5+ Days Ago

1 Bed 1 bath unit

Address details

Units	3
Units available	3
Neighborhood
City
Zip code	78701

Property Overview

The property at 218 W 5th St offers exceptional value, ranking in the 85.84 percentile for value per square foot compared to nearby properties. With a focus on fitness wellness, it features a fitness center and is surrounded by abundant recreational opportunities, including 102 parks and numerous sports facilities. Additionally, the vibrant social scene is supported by 133 local event hubs and a wealth of restaurants and cultural attractions within a mile.

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Wellness
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Highlights

fitness center
pet play area
business center

Units

218 W 5th St, Austin, TX

218 W 5th St Austin, TX

Available

668

1 Bed

1 Bath

695 sqft

$2,280

Available

854

2 Beds

1 Bath

924 sqft

$3,492

Available

1015

2 Beds

2 Baths

1,251 sqft

$3,978

Policies at 218 W 5th St

No pets allowed.

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218 W 5th St #668, Austin, TX 78701, USA

Discover the ultimate urban living experience at 218 W 5th St, Austin, TX 78701, nestled in the heart of Downtown Austin. This intimate community consists of 3 units, offering 1 and 2-bedroom options ranging from 695 to 1251 square feet. Residents can enjoy top-notch amenities, including a state-of-the-art fitness center, pet play area, business center, garage parking, and a grill area perfect for outdoor entertaining. The property's prime location is surrounded by top-rated schools, with 2 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high schools boasting A- or higher ratings. With its unbeatable location and impressive amenities, this property is a haven for those seeking a vibrant, downtown lifestyle. One of the standout features of this property is its proximity to the best of Austin's entertainment, dining, and culture.

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Address details

Units	3
Units available	3
Neighborhood
City
Zip code	78701

218 W 5th St #668 is great for:

Wellness

On-site fitness center or gym
34 sports facilities (like tennis courts) nearby
102 parks nearby
There are 23 grocery stores within 1 mile

Social life

527 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
276 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile
133 local event hubs within 1 mile
Area has 102 parks and recreation options

Property highlights

How 218 W 5th St, Austin, TX 78701, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space: The 2-bedroom is 72 sqft larger than other listings nearby
More space: The 1-bedroom is 52 sqft larger than other listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools: The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Fewer storage options: Limited cabinet or closet space
Lacks images: Fewer than 10 photos are available for this address
No in-unit dishwasher: Dishwashers aren't available
Pet restrictions: Pets aren't allowed at this location.

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Rent trends in Austin

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 9% lower than 1-bedrooms in Downtown Austin.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 218 W 5th St #668 to be 1% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Downtown Austin.

Median rents as of Sep 13 2025.

Downtown Austin

Austin

A table of studio rental data trends in Austin
Month	Median Rent
September 2023	$1,477
October 2023	$1,492
November 2023	$1,444
December 2023	$1,448
January 2024	$1,445
February 2024	$1,438
March 2024	$1,495
April 2024	$1,500
May 2024	$1,504
June 2024	$1,520
July 2024	$1,502
August 2024	$1,521
September 2024	$1,582
October 2024	$1,596
November 2024	$1,576
December 2024	$1,569
January 2025	$1,582
February 2025	$1,576
March 2025	$1,582
April 2025	$1,601
May 2025	$1,583
June 2025	$1,582
July 2025	$1,574
August 2025	$1,579
September 2025	$1,583

A table of studio rental data trends in Downtown Austin
Month	Median Rent
September 2023	$1,916
October 2023	$1,966
November 2023	$2,008
December 2023	$1,915
January 2024	$1,884
February 2024	$1,882
March 2024	$1,875
April 2024	$1,864
May 2024	$1,880
June 2024	$1,885
July 2024	$1,905
August 2024	$1,926
September 2024	$1,922
October 2024	$1,919
November 2024	$1,878
December 2024	$1,854
January 2025	$1,934
February 2025	$1,938
March 2025	$1,994
April 2025	$2,011
May 2025	$2,065
June 2025	$2,070
July 2025	$1,996
August 2025	$2,014
September 2025	$2,030

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