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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Central location
- Onsite laundry facilities
Location
1212 W 13th St, Austin, TX 78703, USA|Old West Austin
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Property Overview
Colonial Apartments achieves an impressive overall Zumper expert rating of 8 out of 10, reflecting its competitive pricing and excellent balance between value and amenities. Highlights include a prime central location rated 9 out of 10, offering easy access to key points of interest, along with onsite laundry facilities that enhance convenience. Additionally, the property is recognized for its transparency and trustworthiness, making it a standout choice in terms of value for money among local offerings.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 725 sqft | $1,295 /mo | 1 unit available | 2br/1ba second floor Unit located in the heart of Clarksville area! 1 assigned parking spot, with small storage available. Laundry facilities onsite. Great central location minutes to downtown, Ladybird Lake, Pease Park, and restaurants. $75/mo. water/trash/gas fee will be added to the monthly rent. *$200 Lease Admin Fee due at move in |
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Amenities for Colonial Apartments
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 13 |
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About Colonial Apartments
2br/1ba second floor Unit located in the heart of Clarksville area! 1 assigned parking spot, with small storage available. Laundry facilities onsite. Great central location minutes to downtown, Ladybird Lake, Pease Park, and restaurants. $75/mo. water/trash/gas fee will be added to the monthly rent. *$200 Lease Admin Fee due at move in
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.0
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8 out of 10 overall, Colonial Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Colonial Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Location— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·8A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Scoring a 8/10, Colonial Apartments is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Old West Austin. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Colonial Apartments is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Colonial Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·7A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust Colonial Apartments to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How Colonial Apartments compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
- Fewer storage options
- Limited cabinet or closet space
- Grow a garden indoors
- A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
- No in-unit dishwasher
- Dishwashers aren't available
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Rent trends in Old West Austin
2-bedroom apartments at Colonial Apartments cost about 53% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Old West Austin.
Median rents as of Nov 29 2025.
Old West Austin
Austin
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $1,444 |
| 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 | $1,582 |
| October 2025 | $1,582 |
| November 2025 | $1,584 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $1,678 |
| January 2024 | $1,650 |
| February 2024 | $1,605 |
| March 2024 | $1,680 |
| April 2024 | $1,700 |
| May 2024 | $1,778 |
| June 2024 | $1,840 |
| July 2024 | $1,818 |
| August 2024 | $1,824 |
| September 2024 | $1,874 |
| October 2024 | $1,874 |
| November 2024 | $1,874 |
| December 2024 | $1,830 |
| January 2025 | $1,742 |
| February 2025 | $1,735 |
| March 2025 | $1,735 |
| April 2025 | $1,738 |
| May 2025 | $1,863 |
| June 2025 | $1,858 |
| July 2025 | $1,863 |
| August 2025 | $1,874 |
| September 2025 | $1,842 |
| October 2025 | $1,798 |
| November 2025 | $1,795 |
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Can I afford to live at 1212 W 13th St?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near Colonial Apartments
Mathews Elementary School
906 w lynn st
austin, TX, 78703
PK, K-6Public
A
Rosedale School
7505 silvercrest dr
austin, TX, 78757
PK, K-12Public
Uphaus Early Childhood Center
5200 freidrich ln
austin, TX, 78744
PK, KPublic
B
Padron Elementary School
2011 w rundberg ln
austin, TX, 78758
PK, K-5Public
C
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Neighborhood
Old West Austin | Austin, TX
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Getting around Austin near 1212 W 13th St
Walking
8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 1212 W 13th St, Austin
Groceries
9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Variety of cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
8/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk
Nightlife
7/10
Variety of bars within walking distance
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