(78704) SoCo / Zilker / Bouldin / Barton Hills / Travis Heights Apartments
Living in 78704 Comes Down to the Block You Choose
South Central Austin Apartments (78704) Walkable pockets, new and older buildings, premium ZIP pricing, and real trade-offs.
The reviews below tell you what’s actually walkable (most of 78704 isn’t), which pockets actually have the vibe, and whether the premium is worth it for you. 78704 properties screen harder than other South Austin ZIPs. Know that before you apply. Saves you money and frustration. If Barton Springs matters to you, here’s the local knowledge: free swim runs 5-8am and 9-10pm (no lifeguards), Tuesday and Wednesday mornings have only 20-30 swimmers versus weekend chaos, and it’s closed Thursdays 9am-7pm for cleaning.
South Austin’s reputation is earned—but so is the price tag. The difference between “I love it here” and “I’m paying for a ZIP code” comes down to which specific block you land on.
(78704) SoCo / Zilker / Bouldin / Barton Hills / Travis Heights Apartments Featured Properties
- $1170-$2015
No Hallways. No Elevators. No High-Rise Living.
- $949-$2493
One of Austin’s Most Overlooked SMART Housing Options
- $2385-$10,650
1155 Barton Springs: Small Community, Premium Price
- $1082-$4560
Everything Looks Good Until You Read the Reviews.
- $30% of adjusted household income
Why Bouldin Oaks Doesn’t Feel Like Affordable Housing
- $899-$1795
Want a 78704 Address Without Paying Luxury Rent?
- $530-$1519
Skyline Terrace: Affordable Housing With a 1.5x Income Requirement
- $1128-$2277
What If Free Rent Isn’t Actually the Better Deal at The Debut SoCo
- $1753-$2861
Why Are So Many Reviews Talking About Miguel at Gibson Flats
- $1205-$3753
How Is This Location Still This Affordable?
- $555-$1519
Zilker Studios: Easier Approval Than Most Austin Apartments?
- $1194-$4485
The Mercury: Is This Austin’s Best New Apartment Community?
