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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Modern kitchen
  • Limited access gates
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • On-site laundry facilities
  • Sleek cabinetry
  • Pet park

Location

1211 W 8th St, Austin, TX 78703, USA|Old West Austin
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Management

The Chateau Portfolio

Leasing office

(737) 243-8484 ext. 2

Property Overview

The Chateau achieves an impressive Zumper Expert Rating of 8.5, reflecting its competitive pricing, exceptional amenities, and prime location, which received ratings of 10 and 9 respectively. With notable features like a modern kitchen and on-site laundry, it stands out for its strong community support, social options, and pet-friendly environment, alongside excellent access to fitness and wellness facilities. The property's transparency in marketing fosters a sense of trust, making it an appealing choice for prospective renters.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, The Chateau is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Chateau has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Elementary school nearby
  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Eco living
  • Pet owners
  • Wellness

Floor plans

One Bedroom One Bath1 bed1 bath600 sqft$1,349 /mo4 units availableThis one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment offers an open-concept living area that’s perfect for both relaxation and entertaining. The modern kitchen features stainless steel appliances and sleek cabinetry, while the spacious bedroom provides a serene retreat with plenty of natural light. The updated bathroom boasts contemporary fixtures and a clean design.

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Amenities for The Chateau

Apartment Amenities

Designer Upgraded InteriorsHardwood Floor
Tile BacksplashUpdated Units With Gray Faux Wood Floors

Appliances

In-Unit LaundryWasher and Dryer

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite LaundryPedestrian Access Gates

Grounds

Covered Parking Available
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

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

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About The Chateau

HomeApartments in AustinOld West Austin The Chateau

Welcome to The Chateau in Austin, TX! Our limited access gates provide peace of mind while our on-site laundry facilities make chores a breeze. Your furry friends will love our pet park, and you'll love the designer upgraded interiors featuring hard surface counters and faux wood floors. Relax in the courtyard or entertain guests in style. Come experience the luxury of The Chateau today!


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, The Chateau is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Chateau has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated The Chateau
Price·10A 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.
The Chateau offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A 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.
The Chateau goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, The Chateau receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
The Chateau 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·6A 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 The Chateau does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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 Chateau provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Reviews from the web

Showing 8 highest rated

Nice quiet place. Parking is tight but overall good experience for price.

Erica V

Erica V

Sep 18, 2024

Great experience

amanda hayslett

amanda hayslett

Jun 24, 2024

We’re sharing just 8 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

The Chateau is great for:

Eco living

  • 110 parks within a mile
  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • Public transit available nearby

Pet owners

  • 4 dog parks within 1 mile
  • 9 pet hospitals in the area
  • 20 pet supply stores near the property
  • 4 pet grooming services nearby

Wellness

  • Ample windows and natural lighting
  • 110 parks nearby
  • On-site fitness or wellness programs
  • 53 sports facilities (like tennis courts) nearby

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 The Chateau compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.5 mile away
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

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
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in Old West Austin

1-bedroom apartments at The Chateau cost about 32% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Old West Austin.

Median rents as of Nov 1 2025.
Old West Austin
Austin
A table of studio rental data trends in Austin
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,443
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$1,582
October 2025$1,582
November 2025$1,583
A table of studio rental data trends in Old West Austin
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,672
December 2023$1,679
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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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $53,960 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,349.
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Schools near The Chateau

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

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Austin near 1211 W 8th St

Walking

8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

6/10
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 1211 W 8th 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

7/10
Variety of cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

8/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

9/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

8/10
Variety of bars within walking distance

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