Apartments for Rent in Dawson - Austin

Wedged between some of Austin's most buzzed-about neighborhoods like Travis Heights, South Congress, Bouldin, and South Lamar, Dawson is a laid-back neighborhood. Since Dawson is surrounded by such popular neighborhoods, one of its biggest allures is its prime location. Dawson is home to St. Edward's University and is only 16 minutes from downtown Austin. There are several shopping centers nearby as well.

While living in one of Dawson’s apartments puts you near the never-ending action of South Congress, Dawson's quiet-but-trendy hangouts may end up being your favorite. The area has several popular pubs, coffee shops, and diverse eateries. Dawson houses the very first Summer Moon location, a very popular coffee franchise in Texas. Try delicious Hawaiian flavors at Poke-Poke or authentic Cuban food at Habana Restaurant & Bar.

Renting in Dawson provides a wooded, quieter community with easy access to everything Austin. There are low-rise and mid-rise apartments for rent here. Downtown is just two miles north, and all of the parks along the Colorado River are minutes away. On the west side of Dawson, Barton Creek Greenbelt offers a beautiful hiking trail, rock climbing, bicycling paths, and swimming. Dawson is the perfect place if you want urban living in a calmer environment.