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Belara

$1,060 – $1,685/mo

2–3 bedrooms
2–3 baths
796–1,312 sq ft
20 units available
Pet friendly

1500 Crossing Pl, Austin, TX, 78741

As of October 14, 2026, Belara in Austin, TX has 20 apartments for rent from $1,060 to $1,685/mo. Two-bedrooms start at $1,060 and three-bedrooms at $1,685. The average asking rent has risen 3.5% since August 26, 2026, from $1,169 to $1,209.

Floor plans

Belara has 20 units available across 5 floor plans: 3 two-bedroom layouts (796–1,080 sq ft) and 2 three-bedroom layouts (1,208–1,312 sq ft). Prices checked October 14, 2026.

B1

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 796 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,060/mo

10 available units	Price	Sq ft	Available
#233	$1,060	796	—
#439	$1,060	796	—
#632	$1,060	796	—
#423	$1,070	796	—
#428	$1,070	796	—
#419	$1,080	796	—
#622	$1,120	796	—
#625	$1,120	796	—
#513	$1,130	796	—
#212	$1,205	796	—

B3

2 Bedrooms • 2.5 Baths • 1,026 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,175/mo

7 available units	Price	Sq ft	Available
#334	$1,175	1,026	—
#4312	$1,185	1,026	—
#436	$1,185	1,026	—
#338	$1,190	1,026	—
#2312	$1,225	1,026	—
#314	$1,245	1,026	—
#421	$1,245	1,026	—

B2

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,080 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,245/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
#112	$1,245	1,080	—

C1

3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,208 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,685/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
#614	$1,685	1,208	—

C2

3 Bedrooms • 3 Baths • 1,312 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,685/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
#531	$1,685	1,312	—

See all 38 units listed at Belara, including ones no longer available.

Cost to rent here

At Belara, a two-bedroom starts at about $1,383 a month all-in: $1,060 rent and an estimated $323 for electric, gas, water, internet, and renters insurance. A three-bedroom starts at about $2,105.

All-in from$1,383/mo

Estimates are local averages, not quotes from the property.

Can you afford it?

Most landlords ask for a monthly income of about 3× the rent, so qualifying at Belara takes about $38,160 a year for a two-bedroom and $60,660 for a three-bedroom. Keeping the $1,383 all-in month for a two-bedroom within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $56,400 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$1,383/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$56,400/yr

Income to qualify

$38,160/yr

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Rent history

Over the past 3 months, the average asking rent at Belara has ranged from $1,139 to $1,209. The current average is $1,209, the highest in the past 3 months.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (49 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

At Belara, leases run 12 months.

Rent
$1,060 – $1,685/mo
Lease term
12 months

Amenities

Belara is pet friendly and has garage or covered parking and in-unit washers and dryers. It lists 19 amenities.

2in Faux Wood Blinds
Dog Park
Friday: 9 Am To - 6 Pm
Game Room With Billiards
High End Fixtures
Monday: 9 Am To - 6 Pm
Outdoor Lounge With Grilling Stations
Rentable Clubhouse
Reservable Covered Parking
Saturday: 10 Am To - 4 Pm

Stainless Steel Appliances
Sunday: Closed
Thursday: 9 Am To - 6 Pm
Tuesday: 9 Am To - 6 Pm
Two Sparkling Pools - Including One Lap Pool
Valet Trash Service
Washer & Dryer
Wednesday: 9 Am To - 6 Pm
Wifi

Amenity photos

Pool
Lobby

Location

1500 Crossing Pl, Austin, TX, 78741

Resident reviews

2.5

Overall rating

Positive

Mixed

Neutral

Negative

Management5.0

Amenities and Shared Spaces5.0

Maintenance5.0

Location5.0

Building Quality5.0

Overall58 reviews

Resident experiences at this property are highly polarized, with recent reviews predominantly positive while older reviews cite serious concerns about maintenance responsiveness, security, management communication, and property condition. Positive recent residents praise spacious layouts, friendly staff, and convenient amenities, while negative historical reviews consistently report pest infestations, slow maintenance, security vulnerabilities, and unclear fee structures. The property appears to have undergone management changes that may have improved operations, though some long-standing issues around gate security and maintenance reliability persist across time periods.

Management responsiveness and staff professionalism are inconsistent across this property. While some residents report friendly, helpful staff who resolve issues quickly, others describe communication breakdowns, slow maintenance response times, and inconsistent policy application. Common concerns include billing errors, unclear lease terms, and difficulty reaching the office; positive experiences highlight attentive staff and same-day or next-day maintenance resolution.

Residents report mixed experiences with amenities and shared spaces. Positive reviews highlight well-maintained pools, fitness centers, basketball and volleyball courts, and functional laundry facilities. However, negative reviews frequently cite maintenance delays, unreliable trash and package services, broken gates and security features, and inadequate upkeep of common areas including dog parks and grounds.

All 18 selected reviews for this topic are positive, indicating consistent satisfaction with maintenance services. Residents report responsive repair work, with maintenance staff frequently completing requests same-day or next-day. Common praise includes professional follow-up after repairs and proactive identification of issues like water heater leaks.

Residents consistently praise the location's convenience, noting proximity to nearby stores like HEB Plus and a quiet neighborhood atmosphere. The gated community provides security features, and the property offers good amenities including a gym, pool, and recreational facilities. However, some residents report concerns about neighborhood noise, traffic, and security issues in the surrounding area.

Reviews highlight persistent building maintenance and condition concerns, including mold growth, water damage, and aging infrastructure requiring frequent repairs. Noise insulation is frequently cited as inadequate, with thin walls limiting sound control between units. Gate security and common area cleanliness are noted as inconsistent, and pest management has required resident intervention in some cases.

Summaries are written by AI from reviews residents posted on public review sites such as Google and ApartmentRatings. Each topic shows how many of those reviews discuss it.

Getting around

Belara is car-dependent and somewhat bikeable, and transit is minimal.

Walking: Car-dependent; Grade F
Transit: Minimal; Grade F
Biking: Somewhat bikeable; Grade D

Climate and air quality

Air quality near Belara was good on 258 of the past 365 days, and at its worst in July (average AQI 49, good). Daily highs averaged 99°F in August, the warmest month, and lows averaged 42°F in January, the coldest.

Air quality

258 good-air days

of the past 365

Oct 14: Good, AQI 23

Oct 2025Oct 2026

Temperature

99° / 42°

average August high / January low

Oct 14: 94° high, 77° low

Oct 2025Oct 2026

Pollen

High

Oct 14–18 forecast

Tree: high, grass: moderate, weed: high

Month	Average high	Average low	Average AQI	Good-air days
January	63°F	42°F	45 (good)	20 of 31
February	74°F	51°F	48 (good)	16 of 28
March	81°F	58°F	43 (good)	25 of 31
April	79°F	64°F	43 (good)	24 of 30
May	84°F	66°F	48 (good)	20 of 31
June	91°F	75°F	44 (good)	22 of 30
July	94°F	76°F	49 (good)	13 of 31
August	99°F	77°F	46 (good)	18 of 31
September	97°F	76°F	46 (good)	21 of 30
October	86°F	66°F	40 (good)	26 of 31
November	77°F	56°F	37 (good)	27 of 30
December	67°F	48°F	41 (good)	26 of 31

Daily readings from Oct 15, 2025 to Oct 14, 2026. The pollen chart shows typical US seasons.

About this property

Make yourself at home at Belara, a comfortable, well-connected community in the heart of East Riverside, just minutes from downtown Austin, Lady Bird Lake, and Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. Our spacious one, two, and three-bedroom apartment homes are built for everyday ease with generous layouts, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances. Outside your door, you'll find two pools, a fully equipped fitness center, and multiple community spaces made for slowing down. With quick access to I-35, Highway 71, and Austin Community College's Riverside campus, Belara puts you close to everything that matters, without the downtown price.  

Nearby schools

The closest school to Belara is Extend A Care-Baty, a private preschool 0.5 miles away. The closest public school is Baty Elementary School, 0.7 miles away.

School	Type	Level	Distance
Extend A Care-Baty Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.5 mi
Baty Elementary School Public · Elementary	Public	Elementary	0.7 mi
Escuela Montessori De Montopol Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	1.1 mi
IDEA Montopolis College Preparatory Charter · High	Charter	High	1.1 mi
IDEA Montopolis Academy Charter · Elementary	Charter	Elementary	1.1 mi
Montopolis Friendship Center Private · Elementary	Private	Elementary	1.2 mi
Allison Elementary School Public · Elementary	Public	Elementary	1.4 mi
Linder Elementary School Public · Elementary	Public	Elementary	1.5 mi
Future Stars Child Development Center Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	2.4 mi
The Excel Center for Adults - South Austin Charter · High	Charter	High	2.4 mi