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Bridgehead

$923 – $1,430/mo

  • 1–2 bedrooms
  • 1 bath
  • 547–858 sq ft
  • 18 units available
6001 Shepherd Mountain Cove, Austin, TX, 78730

As of October 14, 2026, Bridgehead in Austin, TX has 18 apartments for rent from $923 to $1,430/mo. One-bedrooms start at $923 and two-bedrooms at $1,295. The average asking rent has fallen 3.7% since August 26, 2026, from $1,116 to $1,076.


Floor plans

Bridgehead has 18 units available across 5 floor plans: 4 one-bedroom layouts (547–747 sq ft) and a two-bedroom layout (858 sq ft). Prices checked October 14, 2026.

A1

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 547 Sq Ft

Starting at $923/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
#117$923547—

A3

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 625 Sq Ft

Starting at $978/mo

7 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
#105$978625—
#203$984625—
#220$993625—
#219$1,003625—
#116$1,033625—
#115$1,043625—
#119$1,043625—

A2

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 578 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,023/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
#252$1,023578—
#253$1,023578—
#152$1,148578—

A5

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 747 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,139/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
#249$1,139747—
#125$1,155747—

B1

2 Bedrooms • 1 Bath • 858 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,295/mo

5 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
#127$1,295858—
#244$1,325858—
#147$1,355858—
#128$1,417858—
#245$1,430858—

See all 24 units listed at Bridgehead, including ones no longer available.


Cost to rent here

At Bridgehead, a one-bedroom starts at about $1,173 a month all-in: $923 rent and an estimated $250 for electric, gas, water, internet, and renters insurance. A two-bedroom starts at about $1,618.

All-in from$1,173/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 Bridgehead takes about $33,228 a year for a one-bedroom and $46,620 for a two-bedroom. Keeping the $1,173 all-in month for a one-bedroom within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $47,400 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$1,173/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$47,400/yr

Income to qualify

$33,228/yr

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Rent history

Over the past 3 months, the average asking rent at Bridgehead has ranged from $1,076 to $1,222. The current average is $1,076, the lowest in the past 3 months.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (50 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

At Bridgehead, leases run 12 months.

  • Rent

    $923 – $1,430/mo
  • Lease term

    12 months

Amenities

Bridgehead has garage or covered parking and in-unit washers and dryers. It lists 33 amenities, including dishwasher and package receiving.

  • Bbq/Picnic Area

  • Black Appliances

  • Carport

  • Carports

  • Ceiling Fan

  • Courtyard

  • Covered Parking

  • Dishwasher

  • Disposal

  • Fireplace

  • Free Weights

  • Friday: 8:30 Am To - 5:30 Pm

  • Granite Countertops

  • Kitchen Backsplash

  • Monday: 8:30 Am To - 5:30 Pm

  • New Cabinets

  • Off Street Parking

  • Package Receiving

  • Quartz Countertops

  • Recycling

  • Refrigerator

  • Saturday: Closed

  • Stainless Steel Appliances

  • Sunday: Closed

  • Tennis Court

  • Thursday: 8:30 Am To - 5:30 Pm

  • Tuesday: 8:30 Am To - 5:30 Pm

  • Upgraded

  • View

  • Vinyl Flooring

  • Washer/Dryer

  • Wednesday: 8:30 Am To - 5:30 Pm

  • First Floor Apartment


Location

6001 Shepherd Mountain Cove, Austin, TX, 78730


Resident reviews

Bridgehead has a 3.7 out of 5 rating from resident reviews.

3.7
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management5.0
Location5.0
Maintenance5.0
Building Quality5.0
Amenities and Shared Spaces5.0
Overall58 reviews

Bridgehead Apartments offers a quiet, well-maintained community in a scenic location with reasonable rent for the area. Residents consistently praise the friendly and responsive staff and maintenance team, though some report concerns about move-out deposit deductions, aging infrastructure, and occasional maintenance delays. The property features solid construction, ample grounds with trails and pools, and attracts a mature, respectful resident base.

Management and office staff consistently receive praise for friendliness, professionalism, and responsiveness to resident needs. Maintenance requests are typically handled promptly, and staff demonstrate genuine care for resident satisfaction. Lease renewal and billing practices have occasionally generated concerns about fee assessments and communication timing, though most residents report positive interactions with management overall.

Residents consistently praise the property's location near Highway 360 and 2222, highlighting convenient access to the area and proximity to natural features like the lake and canyon views. The location is described as beautiful, safe, and quiet, with reasonable pricing relative to comparable nearby complexes. Parking is generally available with covered spaces, though assignment logistics occasionally create minor inconvenience. The area offers good access to local amenities and is positioned as a desirable west-side location.

Maintenance staff are consistently responsive and professional, with work orders typically completed promptly and repairs handled thoroughly. The maintenance team is noted for friendliness, reliability, and willingness to address issues on first request. However, some residents report occasional delays when multiple units have concurrent maintenance needs, and older building systems occasionally require attention.

Residents consistently praise Bridgehead's quiet environment, solid construction with excellent sound insulation between units, and responsive maintenance staff. The complex features mature landscaping, good location near 360/2222, and well-maintained grounds. However, some reviews note the buildings show age with older appliances and finishes, and occasional maintenance responsiveness varies by request severity.

Residents consistently praise the property's quiet atmosphere, well-maintained grounds, and responsive maintenance staff. Amenities including pools, parking, and common areas are generally appreciated, though some note the workout room is small and pool areas occasionally need repairs. Concerns about noise from neighbors and occasional maintenance delays appear in some reviews, but overall satisfaction with the property's upkeep and staff professionalism is high.

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

Bridgehead is car-dependent and not bikeable, and transit is minimal.

Walking
Car-dependent
Grade F
Transit
Minimal
Grade F
Biking
Not bikeable
Grade F

Climate and air quality

Air quality near Bridgehead was good on 258 of the past 365 days, and at its worst in July (average AQI 49, good). Daily highs averaged 97°F in August, the warmest month, and lows averaged 41°F in January, the coldest.

Air quality

258 good-air days

of the past 365

: Good, AQI 25

Temperature

97° / 41°

average August high / January low

: 89° high, 76° low

Pollen

Moderate

Oct 14–18 forecast

Tree: low, grass: moderate, weed: moderate

MonthAverage highAverage lowAverage AQIGood-air days
January62°F41°F45 (good)20 of 31
February73°F49°F48 (good)16 of 28
March80°F57°F43 (good)25 of 31
April79°F63°F43 (good)24 of 30
May83°F65°F48 (good)20 of 31
June91°F74°F44 (good)22 of 30
July93°F74°F49 (good)13 of 31
August97°F75°F46 (good)18 of 31
September95°F75°F46 (good)21 of 30
October85°F65°F40 (good)26 of 31
November75°F55°F37 (good)27 of 30
December66°F47°F41 (good)26 of 31
Daily readings from Oct 15, 2025 to Oct 14, 2026. The pollen chart shows typical US seasons.

About this property

Welcome to Bridgehead Apartments, your elevated Lake Austin lifestyle. Perched above the iconic Pennybacker Bridge, Bridgehead offers beautiful views of Lake Austin, the canyon, and the lush greenbelt. You are only minutes from Lake Austin and a short drive from Downtown Austin, giving you the peaceful feel of nature with the convenience of city access. With fast access to Highway 360 and nearby trails and parks, this location delivers the perfect mix of outdoor recreation and modern comfort. Live at Bridgehead and experience natural beauty, meaningful relaxation, and easy connection to everything Austin offers.


Nearby schools

The closest school to Bridgehead is Primrose School Of Four Points, a private preschool 3.7 miles away. The closest public school is River Place Elementary School, 3.7 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Primrose School Of Four Points

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool3.6 mi

Primrose School Of Four Points

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary3.6 mi

River Place Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary3.7 mi

Children's Courtyard Child Care Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool3.8 mi

Contact & management

Bridgehead is managed by RPM Living. The leasing office's phone number is (737) 321-4778.


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