MAA South Lamar
1500 S Lamar Blvd,
Austin, TX 78704
$1,082 - $4,245
Studio - 2 Beds
Zilker
Austin, TX
Zilker - Austin, TX
Area Guide
Niche Reviews 
Enjoy nature-loving amenities just south of downtown
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Located just across Lady Bird Lake from Downtown Austin, Zilker is one of the city’s most desirable neighborhoods. Zilker’s tranquil residential streets are complemented by walkable access to an array of shops and eateries clustered along South Lamar Boulevard and Barton Springs Road. However, Zilker is perhaps most famously regarded for its easy access to some of Austin’s best outdoor recreation at Barton Springs, Barton Creek Greenbelt, and Zilker Park.
The neighborhood was actually named after nearby Zilker Park, where exciting events like South by Southwest, Austin City Limits, and the Holiday Trail of Lights take place. The neighborhood has plenty of outdoor amenities itself, including the Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum as well as the expansive Butler Shores at Town Lake, which offers live performances at ZACH Theatre and scenic trails along Lady Bird Lake.
Zilker provides plenty of additional options for entertainment as well, like Peter Pan Mini Golf, Alamo Drafthouse Cinema South Lamar, and Butler Park Pitch and Putt. The many amenities of Downtown Austin and South Congress are also within close reach. Convenience to multiple major roadways and the Pfluger Pedestrian Bridge makes getting around from Zilker simple.
Rent Trends
As of January 2026, the average apartment rent in Zilker is $1,334 for a studio, $1,872 for one bedroom, $2,370 for two bedrooms, and $2,451 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Zilker has decreased by -3.2% in the past year.
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Studio
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466 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,334/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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727 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,872/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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1,050 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,370/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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1,366 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,451/month
Average Rent
Transportation
84
Very Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
51
Good Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.
79
Very Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
This area is very bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.
Reviews of Zilker - Austin, TX
Niche Reviews
2 Reviews
Niche User
10 years and 3 months ago•Niche Review
I love living in Barton Hill neighborhood, as it's close to the city, but outside of the urban zone, so it still feels a bit like the burbs. The parks in this neighborhood are amazing, and the people are nice. I have moved away from this neighborhood, only to move back after about a year being gone. I haven't traveled much in the US, but this place is great compared neighborhoods in Houston, and San Antonio.
Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum
- Zilker Botanical Garden
- Zilker Nature Preserve
- Austin Nature and Science Center
- Barton Creek Greenbelt (360 Access)
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Austin-Bergstrom International
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