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The average rent in MLK, Austin, as of June 2026, is down 4.77% compared to last month and down 1.21% year-over-year.
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Studio–4 beds
1–2 baths
$658–$2,079
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1 bed
1 bath
$1,050
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Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,965–$3,680
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Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,840–$3,000
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2 beds
2 baths
$3,334
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1050 Springdale Rd, Austin, TX 78721
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony
2–3 beds
2 baths
$1,350–$1,899
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Available Jun 1
Fitness Center
Outdoor Space
Storage
Elevator
2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,050–$1,250
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5d+ ago
4507 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd #134, Austin, TX 78721
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Dishwasher
2 beds
2 baths
$2,245
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Available Jun 17
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5d+ ago
MLK townhouse for rent in Austin
Walk-in closets | High ceilings
1 bed
1.5 baths
$1,945
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5d+ ago
MLK house for rent in Austin
1309 Cometa St #1, Austin, TX 78721
In-unit laundry | Ceiling fan | Carpet
3 beds
2.5 baths
$3,579
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Available Jul 13
5d+ ago
MLK apartment for rent in Austin
3807 Berkman Dr #1354, Austin, TX 78723
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1 bed
1 bath
$1,300
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5d+ ago
MLK apartment for rent in Austin
3807 Berkman Dr #1069, Austin, TX 78723
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
2 beds
2 baths
$1,600
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5d+ ago
MLK apartment for rent in Austin
5011 Manor Rd #1742, Austin, TX 78723
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
2 beds
1 bath
$1,400
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5d+ ago
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1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,094–$1,582
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5d+ ago
Central East Austin apartment for rent in Austin
Air conditioning | Carpet | Outdoor space
4 beds
3 baths
$3,895
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5d+ ago
Chestnut apartment for rent in Austin
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Balcony
5 beds
5.5 baths
$6,750
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5d+ ago
Chestnut apartment for rent in Austin
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Balcony
1 bed
1 bath
$1,995
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5d+ ago
Hyde Park apartment for rent in Austin
In-unit laundry | Ceiling fan | Dishwasher
3 beds
3 baths
$4,195
$4,095
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5d+ ago
Hyde Park house for rent in Austin
5 beds
5.5 baths
$5,995
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5d+ ago
Upper Boggy Creek house for rent in Austin
4 beds
4 baths
$5,400
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1807 Poquito St #45, Austin, TX 78702
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony
1 bed
1 bath
$1,850
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Available Aug 1
5d+ ago
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Balcony | Hardwood floor | Ceiling fan
2 beds
1 bath
$1,225
$936
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Available Nov 17
2d ago
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Balcony | Ceiling fan | Storage
1 bed
1 bath
$995
$684
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Available Jan 13
5d+ ago
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Air conditioning | Garage parking | Assigned parking
2 beds
2 baths
$2,336
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Available Apr 23
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One-bedroom apartments in MLK, Austin average around $2,000 per month in 2025. Rent for this bedroom type remained relatively stable from the previous year, with units typically measuring around 729 sqft.
Two-bedroom apartments in MLK average around $2,400 per month in 2025, up 14.5% from 2024. These units typically offer around 1,050 sqft of living space and represent a significant portion of the neighborhood's rental inventory.
Three-bedroom apartments in MLK rent for around $2,400 per month in 2025, down 6.9% from the previous year. These larger units average around 1,287 sqft and see about 16 listings available monthly in this Austin neighborhood.
MLK's rental market in Austin averaged around $2,100 per month across all property types in 2025, up 3.8% year over year. Rent varies considerably by timing, with November seeing the highest prices at about 13% above April rates.
Apartments in MLK, Austin average around 895 sqft across all unit types. Studio apartments are the most compact at around 544 sqft, while three-bedroom units offer the most space at around 1,287 sqft.
One-bedroom apartments are the most common rental type in MLK, with about 43 listings available monthly. Two-bedroom units follow closely with approximately 36 listings per month in this Austin neighborhood.
We've analyzed data from the MLK neighborhood in Austin to identify the top lifestyle trends that make it an attractive place to live. Our findings show that MLK is an excellent fit for renters who value social life and pet friendliness.
With features like pet washing areas, dedicated pet spaces, and pet-safe windows, MLK apartments cater to pet owners who want to provide a comfortable and safe environment for their furry friends. Additionally, outdoor spaces and pet-friendly flooring make it easy to care for pets.
The neighborhood also offers a vibrant social scene, thanks to its well-designed street infrastructure, frequent transit options, and high walk score. Residents can enjoy shared community spaces and feel secure with the area's emphasis on safety. If you're looking for a neighborhood that balances social life with pet friendliness, MLK is definitely worth considering.
Studio apartments have the lowest availability in MLK, Austin, with about 13 listings per month. Three-bedroom units are also relatively uncommon, averaging around 16 monthly listings in the neighborhood.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2026 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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