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$1,170 – $2,046/mo
As of October 13, 2026, Bridge at Austin City Lights in Austin, TX has 41 apartments for rent from $1,170 to $2,046/mo. One-bedrooms start at $1,170, two-bedrooms at $1,636, and three-bedrooms at $1,950. The average asking rent has fallen 2.9% since June 27, 2026, from $1,566 to $1,521.
Bridge at Austin City Lights has 41 units available across 6 floor plans: 3 one-bedroom layouts (735–1,038 sq ft), 2 two-bedroom layouts (1,195–1,260 sq ft), and a three-bedroom layout (1,431 sq ft). Prices checked October 13, 2026.
1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 735 Sq Ft
Starting at $1,170/mo
| 14 available units | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1735 | $1,170 | 735 | Jul 9 | |
| 1732 | $1,308 | 735 | Jul 9 | |
| 0534 | $1,195 | 735 | Aug 13 | |
| 1034 | $1,195 | 735 | Aug 14 | |
| 0524 | $1,253 | 735 | Aug 14 | |
| 0832 | $1,210 | 735 | Aug 15 | |
| 1033 | $1,210 | 735 | Aug 18 | |
| 1723 | $1,258 | 735 | Aug 20 | |
| 0535 | $1,286 | 735 | Sep 10 | |
| 1714 | $1,299 | 735 | Sep 10 | |
| 0923 | $1,281 | 735 | Sep 15 | |
| 1724 | $1,288 | 735 | Sep 29 | |
| 0615 | $1,411 | 735 | Nov 2 | |
| 1734 | $1,294 | 735 | Nov 12 |
1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 760 Sq Ft
Starting at $1,293/mo
1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 1,038 Sq Ft
Starting at $1,565/mo
| 1 available unit | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1233 | $1,565 | 1,038 | Nov 7 |
2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,195 Sq Ft
Starting at $1,636/mo
2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,260 Sq Ft
Starting at $1,748/mo
See all 80 units listed at Bridge at Austin City Lights, including ones no longer available.
At Bridge at Austin City Lights, a one-bedroom starts at about $1,420 a month all-in: $1,170 rent and an estimated $250 for electric, gas, water, internet, and renters insurance. A two-bedroom starts at about $1,959 and a three-bedroom at about $2,370.
All-in from$1,420/mo
Most landlords ask for a monthly income of about 3× the rent, so qualifying at Bridge at Austin City Lights takes about $42,120 a year for a one-bedroom, $58,896 for a two-bedroom, and $70,200 for a three-bedroom. Keeping the $1,420 all-in month for a one-bedroom within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $57,900 a year.
Total monthly housing cost
$1,420/mo
Income to afford it comfortably
$57,900/yr
Income to qualify
$42,120/yr
$ —/mo
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Over the past year, the average asking rent at Bridge at Austin City Lights has ranged from $1,480 to $1,590. The current average is $1,521, down $45 (2.9%) from $1,566 at the start.
At Bridge at Austin City Lights, the security deposit is $200.
Rent
$1,170 – $2,046/moSecurity deposit
$200Earliest move-in
Jan 5Bridge at Austin City Lights is pet friendly and has garage or covered parking and in-unit washers and dryers. It lists 21 amenities, including fitness center, pool, and business center.
1st Floor
2nd Floor
3rd Floor
Business Center
Coffee Bar
Covered Parking
Fitness Center
Game Room
Garages
Large Yard
Medium Yard
Pet Park
Pool
Pool View
Small Yard
Valet Trash
Washer And Dryer
Window Seat
Woods View
Xl Yard
Yoga Studio
501 E Stassney Ln, Austin, TX, 78745
Residents of Bridge at Austin City Lights rate maintenance (4.5) and amenities and shared spaces (4.4) highest and building quality (3.0) lowest.
Austin City Lights offers spacious floor plans in a convenient South Austin location with generally responsive maintenance and friendly leasing staff. However, the property experiences significant challenges with pest control, security concerns, enforcement of lease violations, and communication issues. Residents report inconsistent experiences depending on management tenure, with some praising the community atmosphere while others cite safety incidents, unresolved maintenance issues, and disputed move-out charges.
Management responsiveness and staff professionalism are highly variable at this property. Most residents report positive experiences with leasing and maintenance staff who respond quickly to requests, though some report communication delays, unresponsiveness to emails, and unprofessional interactions. Move-out billing practices and pest control response times are recurring concerns, while office staff friendliness and property manager accessibility receive mixed feedback.
Maintenance response times are generally fast, with most requests completed within 24 hours and many same-day or next-day service. However, recurring issues include appliances and systems requiring multiple repairs, quality concerns with materials and installations, and occasional service requests being closed without completion. Communication and follow-through on maintenance work vary significantly by staff member and situation.
The property offers well-maintained amenities including a pool, gym, dog park, and spacious floor plans in a convenient South Austin location. Most residents report responsive maintenance and friendly staff, though some report concerns about security patrols, gate functionality, and package handling. Valet trash service is available for a monthly fee, and the property hosts regular community events and food truck visits.
The property offers a convenient location close to downtown Austin with good transit access via bus and nearby shopping, appealing to residents seeking walkable urban living. Most residents praise the well-maintained grounds, spacious floor plans, and responsive maintenance team. However, reviews reveal significant concerns about neighborhood safety, security infrastructure, and pest management that substantially impact resident experience and should be carefully considered.
Residents report significant building quality concerns, particularly persistent pest infestations (roaches) across multiple units that recur despite pest control services and are not resolved by monthly-only treatment schedules. Carpet condition issues are common, with reports of pre-existing pet hair, staining, and disputed replacement charges upon move-out. While maintenance staff responsiveness is consistently praised, broader upkeep challenges include mold in ventilation systems, humidity in laundry areas, paint chipping, bathroom overspray, and broken gates that remain unfixed.
Bridge at Austin City Lights is somewhat walkable and not bikeable, and transit is minimal.
Air quality near Bridge at Austin City Lights was good on 257 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 43°F in January, the coldest.
257 good-air days
of the past 365: Good, AQI 30
99° / 43°
average August high / January low: 94° high, 78° low
High
Oct 13–17 forecastTree: high, grass: moderate, weed: high
| Month | Average high | Average low | Average AQI | Good-air days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F | 43°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 | 83°F | 65°F | 48 (good) | 20 of 31 |
| June | 91°F | 75°F | 44 (good) | 22 of 30 |
| July | 93°F | 75°F | 49 (good) | 13 of 31 |
| August | 99°F | 76°F | 46 (good) | 18 of 31 |
| September | 97°F | 76°F | 46 (good) | 21 of 30 |
| October | 85°F | 65°F | 42 (good) | 25 of 31 |
| November | 76°F | 57°F | 37 (good) | 27 of 30 |
| December | 67°F | 48°F | 41 (good) | 26 of 31 |
Bridge at Austin City Lights Discover comfortable apartment living in South Austin at Bridge at Austin City Lights. Located at 501 E. Stassney Lane near South Congress Avenue, our community offers one-, two- and three-bedroom apartment homes with convenient access to shopping, dining, Downtown Austin and major Austin roadways. Community amenities include a resort-style swimming pool with a large sun deck, 24-hour fitness center, yoga and group exercise space, business and conference center, clubhouse, internet café, dog park and dog-washing station. Free open parking is available, with assigned covered parking and detached private garages available for an additional fee. Austin City Lights is a pet-friendly community and offers both market-rate and affordable housing options. Apartment features vary by floor plan, with select homes offering private yards and city, pool or wooded views. Explore current availability and find your next apartment home at Bridge at Austin City Lights.
The closest school to Bridge at Austin City Lights is House Of Little Angels, a private preschool 0.9 miles away.
| School | Type | Level | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
House Of Little Angels Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.9 mi |
Mias Day Care Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.9 mi |
Susys Day Care Center Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.9 mi |
Kinder Care Learning Center Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.9 mi |
The Oaks School Private · High | Private | High | 1.4 mi |
Austin Oaks Charter · High | Charter | High | 1.4 mi |
Angela's Day Care Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 1.4 mi |
Sunshine Learning Center Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 1.6 mi |
Yours Mine & Our Kids Day Care Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 1.6 mi |
Lil Darling's South Day Care Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 1.6 mi |
Bridge at Austin City Lights is managed by ShowMeTheRent.com. The leasing office's phone number is (737) 265-6326x7.
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