Ellwood at Lake Travis
7655 N Ranch Road 620,
Austin, TX 78726
$1,125 - $3,285
1-3 Beds
The Metropolis Apartments
2200 S Pleasant Valley Rd,
Austin,
TX
78741
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Bedrooms
1 - 4 bd
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Bathrooms
1 - 2 ba
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Square Feet
680 - 1,260 sq ft
The Metropolis Apartments
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Affordable Austin Apartments with Creative Vibes – Welcome to The Metropolis Looking for an affordable apartment in Austin, TX that captures the city’s vibrant energy? The Legendary Metropolis Apartments offers a truly unique living experience just 2 ½ miles from Downtown Austin. Our community embraces art, music, individuality, and the true "Keep Austin Weird" spirit all while providing easy access to public transportation, grocery stores like HEB Plus, local eateries, and Austin’s best attractions. Colorful, Creative, and Community-Focused Living The Metropolis isn’t your typical Austin apartment complex. We're a home for artists, musicians, service industry workers, students, young professionals, and anyone looking to live affordably in Southeast Austin. Here, you can play music, participate in community events, and be part of something vibrant. We even have an outdoor stage for live performances and encourage residents to rehearse in their units (from Noon to 10pm). Prime Location Near East Riverside and South Congress Our apartment complex is conveniently located in the East Riverside corridor, just minutes from South Congress, Lady Bird Lake, and downtown hotspots. Whether you're commuting to the University of Texas, Austin Community College, or just heading out for a night at Emo’s, The Metropolis puts you in the heart of everything.
About The Metropolis Apartments
Affordable Austin Apartments with Creative Vibes – Welcome to The Metropolis Looking for an affordable apartment in Austin, TX that captures the city’s vibrant energy? The Legendary Metropolis Apartments offers a truly unique living experience just 2 ½ miles from Downtown Austin. Our community embraces art, music, individuality, and the true "Keep Austin Weird" spirit all while providing easy access to public transportation, grocery stores like HEB Plus, local eateries, and Austin’s best attractions. Colorful, Creative, and Community-Focused Living The Metropolis isn’t your typical Austin apartment complex. We're a home for artists, musicians, service industry workers, students, young professionals, and anyone looking to live affordably in Southeast Austin. Here, you can play music, participate in community events, and be part of something vibrant. We even have an outdoor stage for live performances and encourage residents to rehearse in their units (from Noon to 10pm). Prime Location Near East Riverside and South Congress Our apartment complex is conveniently located in the East Riverside corridor, just minutes from South Congress, Lady Bird Lake, and downtown hotspots. Whether you're commuting to the University of Texas, Austin Community College, or just heading out for a night at Emo’s, The Metropolis puts you in the heart of everything.
The Metropolis Apartments is an apartment community located in Travis County and the 78741 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Austin Independent attendance zone.
Unique Features
- 24 hour Emergency Maintenance
- 24 Hour Fitness Center
- 24 hour Laundry facilities
- 24 Hr On Call Maintenance
- Art Deco LED Lighting
- Certified Free Yoga classes
- Dry Sauna
- Free Coffee
- gas range stove
- none
- Pool Table
- Remote Control Ceiling Fans
- Resort Style Pool
- Sand Volleyball Court
- whirpool bathtub w jacuzzi jets
- Yoga Room
- Yoga Studio
- Close to Shopping
- Free Copying and Local Faxing
- Free Popcorn
- gated community
- pool side bar/snack shack
- Poolside Bar/Snack Shack
- Spectrum Hookups
- 24 Hour Maintenance Staff
- 24 hr maintenanace staff
- Barbeque Grills
- Community Picnic Area
- Computers Available to Residents
- Free Parking
- Gas Heating
- Picnic Area
- Ping Pong Table
- 24 hour maintenance
- Amazon Hub Lockers
- Community Events
- Dog Park
- Massage Chairs
- Three Laundry Rooms
- Yoga Studio with Certified Free Yoga classes
- 24 Laundry Facility
- Charcoal Grills
- Community Cafe
- Group Activity Rooms
- Hot Tub
- Nest thermostat
- faux wood floors*
- Gated Access Community
- Google Fiber Hookups
- Pool Size Stage For Live Shows
- Stainless Steel & Glass Block Accents
- clubhouse
- Free Certified Yoga Classes
- Game Room
- Live Shows
- Luxury Vinyl Flooring
- Socially Distanced Tours
- whirlpool bathtub w jacuzzi jets
- Whirlpool Bathtub with Jacuzzi jets
- Computer Lab w/Internet Access
- Fiber Internet
- full size washer/dryer hook ups
- Outdoor Seating
- Pool Table & Ping Pong Table
- Poolside Stage for Live Shows
- Resident Events
- Sand Volleyball
- Socially distanced events
Community Amenities
Pool
Fitness Center
Laundry Facilities
Concierge
Clubhouse
Recycling
Business Center
Grill
Property Services
- Package Service
- Laundry Facilities
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Concierge
- 24 Hour Access
- Recycling
- Composting
- Planned Social Activities
- Pet Play Area
- Public Transportation
- Key Fob Entry
Shared Community
- Business Center
- Clubhouse
- Lounge
- Walk-Up
Fitness & Recreation
- Fitness Center
- Hot Tub
- Sauna
- Pool
- Volleyball Court
- Gameroom
- Media Center/Movie Theatre
Outdoor Features
- Gated
- Fenced Lot
- Sundeck
- Courtyard
- Grill
- Picnic Area
- Pond
- Zen Garden
- Dog Park
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
Washer/Dryer Hookup
Loft Layout
High Speed Internet Access
Hardwood Floors
Walk-In Closets
Yard
Highlights
- High Speed Internet Access
- Washer/Dryer Hookup
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Ceiling Fans
- Smoke Free
- Cable Ready
- Tub/Shower
Kitchen Features & Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Pantry
- Kitchen
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
Model Details
- Hardwood Floors
- Vinyl Flooring
- Dining Room
- Family Room
- Office
- Recreation Room
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Walk-In Closets
- Linen Closet
- Loft Layout
- Window Coverings
- Large Bedrooms
- Patio
- Porch
- Deck
- Yard
- Lawn
- Garden
Location
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Directly southeast of Downtown Austin, you’ll come upon the unique urban neighborhood of East Riverside-Oltorf. This up-and-coming area offers an abundance of apartments and other rentals to choose from, ranging from affordable to luxury.
Situated on the Colorado River, this neighborhood is most well-known for its riverfront views and proximity to Texas’s capital city. With happening bars like Buzzmill and live music venues like Emo’s, there’s plenty in the way of entertainment in East Riverside-Oltorf. But if you’re looking for more options, Downtown Austin is just a minute or two from your potential new home.
Along Colorado River, enjoy Riverside Golf Course and the neighborhood’s waterfront parks with hiking and biking trails, lush open green space, and numerous athletic fields. Surrounded by major interstates with public bus stations spread throughout town, commuting to nearby areas from East Riverside-Oltorf is a breeze.
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Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 3.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 5.2 mi |
The Metropolis Apartments is within 5 minutes or 2.1 miles from Austin C.C., Riverside Campus. It is also near St. Edward's University and Austin C.C., Eastview Campus.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
557 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
507 Students
Nearby
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
1,107 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,137 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
224 Students
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
150 Students
Nearby
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Transportation options available in Austin include Downtown Station, located 3.5 miles from The Metropolis Apartments. The Metropolis Apartments is near Austin-Bergstrom International, located 8.0 miles or 18 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 6 min | 3.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 3.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 4.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 8.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 15 min | 9.2 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 10 min | 5.2 mi |
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Drive: | 36 min | 29.7 mi |
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Drive: | 49 min | 39.2 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Austin-Bergstrom International
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Drive: | 18 min | 8.0 mi |
Time and distance from The Metropolis Apartments.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Walk: | 10 min | 0.6 mi |
The Metropolis Apartments has 3 shopping centers within 0.6 mile, which is about a 10-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Lady Bird Lake
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi |
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Blunn Creek Nature Preserve
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.9 mi |
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Boggy Creek Greenbelt
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Drive: | 6 min | 3.1 mi |
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Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum
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Drive: | 9 min | 4.0 mi |
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McKinney Falls State Park
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Drive: | 14 min | 6.3 mi |
The Metropolis Apartments has 5 parks within 6.3 miles, including Lady Bird Lake, Blunn Creek Nature Preserve, and Boggy Creek Greenbelt.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 6 min | 4.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 4.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 5.3 mi |
The Metropolis Apartments has 3 hospitals within 5.3 miles, the nearest is Dell Seton Medical Center at The University of Texas which is 4.3 miles away and a 6 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 78 min | 64.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 107 min | 92.1 mi |
The Metropolis Apartments is 64.7 miles from Randolph Air Force Base, and is convenient to other military bases, including Camp Bullis Military Training Reservation.
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2200 S Pleasant Valley Rd
Austin, TX 78741