$1,295 – $2,705/mo

1–3 bedrooms
1–2 baths
682–1,340 sq ft
34 units available
Pet friendly

5200 Mckinney Falls Pkwy, Austin, TX, 78744

As of October 14, 2026, Cadena at the Falls in Austin, TX has 34 apartments for rent from $1,295 to $2,705/mo. One-bedrooms start at $1,295, two-bedrooms at $1,785, and three-bedrooms at $1,995. The average asking rent has risen 7.4% since March 25, 2026, from $1,707 to $1,834.

Floor plans

Cadena at the Falls has 34 units available across 9 floor plans: 4 one-bedroom layouts (682–747 sq ft), 3 two-bedroom layouts (990–1,275 sq ft), and 2 three-bedroom layouts (1,340 sq ft). Prices checked October 14, 2026.

1Aaff

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 682 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,295/mo

7 available units	Price	Sq ft	Available
2407	$1,295	682	Jul 8
2302	$1,295	682	Aug 4
2210	$1,295	682	Aug 8
6310	$1,295	682	Sep 16
2203	$1,295	682	Oct 3
6210	$1,295	682	Oct 3
4409	$1,295	682	Oct 24

1Baff

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 747 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,400/mo

2 available units	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
6306	$1,400	747	Sep 16
4405	$1,400	747	Oct 2

1A

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 682 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,560/mo

5 available units	Price	Sq ft	Available
3109	$1,560	682	Oct 21
2304	$1,570	682	Oct 22
3108	$1,560	682	Oct 24
1409	$1,600	682	Oct 31
2204	$1,570	682	Nov 7

1B

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 747 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,590/mo

2 available units	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
3310	$1,590	747	Oct 1
3305	$1,590	747	Oct 17

2Baff

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,275 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,785/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
3301	$1,785	1,275	Nov 7

2A

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 990 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,985/mo

5 available units	Price	Sq ft	Available
3103	$2,170	990	Oct 22
3407	$2,035	990	Nov 7
1308	$2,040	990	Nov 13
1103	$2,120	990	Nov 13
3208	$1,985	990	Nov 14

2B

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,275 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,245/mo

3 available units	Price	Sq ft	Available
7105	$2,245	1,275	Jul 25
3101	$2,335	1,275	Aug 14
1104	$2,395	1,275	Nov 19

3Aaff

3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,340 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,995/mo

7 available units	Price	Sq ft	Available
7201	$1,995	1,340	Nov 24
7301	$1,995	1,340	Dec 1
6201	$2,015	1,340	Jul 23
7401	$1,995	1,340	Sep 17
3204	$1,995	1,340	Sep 21
1301	$1,995	1,340	Oct 27
5201	$1,995	1,340	Nov 27

3A

3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,340 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,705/mo

2 available units	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
7101	$2,705	1,340	Aug 5
3104	$2,705	1,340	Oct 2

See all 149 units listed at Cadena at the Falls, including ones no longer available.

Cost to rent here

At Cadena at the Falls, a one-bedroom starts at about $1,834 a month all-in: $1,295 rent, $363 in listed fees, and an estimated $176 for electric and gas, internet, and renters insurance. A two-bedroom starts at about $2,364 and a three-bedroom at about $2,625.

All-in from$1,834/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 Cadena at the Falls takes about $46,620 a year for a one-bedroom, $64,260 for a two-bedroom, and $71,820 for a three-bedroom. Keeping the $1,834 all-in month for a one-bedroom within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $76,900 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$1,834/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$76,900/yr

Income to qualify

$46,620/yr

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at Cadena at the Falls has ranged from $1,667 to $2,015. The current average is $1,834, up $127 (7.4%) from $1,707 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (165 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

The listing for Cadena at the Falls shows $362.57 a month in fees (storage space rental $100, internet services $75, parking covered $65, and 9 more) and $1,155 due at signing (pet deposit $250, pet fee $250, security deposit $200, and 4 more).

Rent
$1,295 – $2,705/mo
Earliest move-in
Jul 8

Monthly fees

Internet Services	$75/mo
Package Services	$15/mo
Parking	$40/mo
Parking - Covered	$65/mo
Pest Control Services	$5/mo
Pet Rent	$25/mo
Positive Credit Reporting Services	$4.95/mo
Storage Space Rental	$100/mo
Trash Administrative Fee	$3/mo
Trash Services - Doorstep	$25/mo
Utility - Stormwater/Drainage Admin Fee	$1.62/mo
Utility - Water/Wastewater Submeter Admin Fee	$3/mo

Due at signing

Application Fee	$125
Express Move Out	$150
Pet Deposit (Refundable)	$250
Pet Fee	$250
Pet Fee - Additional Pet	$150
Pet Management - Third Party	$30/yr
Security Deposit (Refundable)	$200

Amenities

Cadena at the Falls is pet friendly and has in-unit washers and dryers. It lists 24 amenities, including fitness center, swimming pool, and skydeck and clubroom.

Air Conditioning
Coworking Lounge, Office Pods, And Conference Room
Dishwasher
Dog Park With Agility Course
Fitness Center
Fitness Center And Outdoor Lawn
Gated Access
Hike And Bike Trail Next To State Park
Patio/Balcony
Pet Friendly

Pickle Ball Court With Stone Bleacher Seating
Private Creek Access With Natural Springs
Skydeck And Clubroom
Smoke Free
Swimming Pool
Three-Tier Resort-Style Pool With Fire Pit And Grills
Walk-In Closets
Washer/Dryer
Full-Size Washer And Dryer In Every Home
Modern One-, Two- And Three- Bedroom Apartment Homes
Oversized Balconies, Patios, And Yards*
Quartz Countertops
Stainless Steel Appliances And Soft-Close Cabinetry
Yale Smart Locks And Programmable Thermostats

Amenity photos

Pool
3 photos
Game room

Location

5200 Mckinney Falls Pkwy, Austin, TX, 78744

Resident reviews

Cadena at the Falls has a 4.7 out of 5 rating from resident reviews. Residents rate maintenance (4.9) and management (4.4) highest and building quality (1.5) lowest.

4.7

Overall rating

Positive

Mixed

Neutral

Negative

Management4.4

Maintenance4.9

Amenities and Shared Spaces3.8

Location1.5

Building Quality1.5

Overall91 reviews

Cadena at the Falls receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for responsive maintenance service, attentive office staff, and well-maintained amenities in a beautiful location. Most residents praise quick issue resolution and community events, though a minority report concerns about thin walls, parking enforcement, and occasional communication delays during move-out processes.

Management and office staff receive consistently high praise for responsiveness, professionalism, and genuine care in addressing resident needs. Maintenance requests are typically resolved promptly, and the leasing team is noted for patient, helpful communication throughout the application and move-in process. However, some residents report challenges with mail delivery during the property's early operations, parking and towing enforcement inconsistencies, and occasional delays in post-move-out billing communication.

Maintenance requests are consistently resolved quickly, often within hours or same-day, with staff demonstrating professionalism and clear communication throughout repairs. Common issues addressed include HVAC, plumbing, appliances, and general unit repairs. One resident reported extended issues with appliance functionality and water heater performance that required multiple service visits over months before resolution.

Amenities at this property include a pool, gym, and sky lounge that residents report are well-maintained and clean. However, early residents experienced significant delays in amenity availability after move-in, with some amenities remaining unavailable for several months despite amenity fees being charged. Parking presents challenges for residents in certain buildings with limited uncovered spaces, and package management in the parcel room lacks organization. Most recent residents report positive experiences with amenity upkeep and responsive maintenance.

The property benefits from an excellent location adjacent to a state park with downtown views. However, residents report significant parking challenges, particularly for buildings 5 and 6 with limited uncovered spaces and inconveniently placed EV charging stations. Package delivery and mail logistics have been problematic, with organizational issues in the parcel room and historical mail delivery failures affecting residents.

This newer community offers desirable amenities like a pool and park views, but residents report concerns about parking availability, particularly in certain buildings with limited uncovered spaces. Noise transmission through shared walls is noted as an issue in some units, and common areas like building entrances and the parcel room require attention to maintenance and organization.

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

Cadena at the Falls 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 Cadena at the Falls was good on 277 of the past 365 days, and at its worst in July (average AQI 48, good). Daily highs averaged 99°F in August, the warmest month, and lows averaged 42°F in January, the coldest.

Air quality

277 good-air days

of the past 365

Oct 14: Good, AQI 22

Oct 2025Oct 2026

Temperature

99° / 42°

average August high / January low

Oct 14: 94° high, 76° 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	64°F	42°F	43 (good)	21 of 31
February	74°F	51°F	47 (good)	20 of 28
March	81°F	58°F	42 (good)	26 of 31
April	80°F	64°F	41 (good)	25 of 30
May	84°F	65°F	45 (good)	22 of 31
June	91°F	75°F	42 (good)	23 of 30
July	94°F	76°F	48 (good)	14 of 31
August	99°F	76°F	43 (good)	21 of 31
September	97°F	76°F	42 (good)	22 of 30
October	86°F	66°F	39 (good)	28 of 31
November	77°F	57°F	36 (good)	29 of 30
December	67°F	48°F	38 (good)	26 of 31

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

About this property

Cadena at the Falls is a 290-unit building in Austin, TX.

Transform your living experience at Cadena at The Falls: the hottest, new, one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments located in South Austin next to McKinney Falls State Park. Captivating and inviting interiors, along with thoughtfully designed amenities and gathering spaces create the escape, the haven, the retreat you'll always look forward to coming home to. Immersive and sensory-driven zones, curated for work, play, exercise, and relaxation perfectly complement your lifestyle. You name it, it's here - at Cadena at The Falls. All that's missing is you.

Building
Apartment · Garden
Total units
290

Nearby schools

The closest school to Cadena at the Falls is Smith Elementary School, a public elementary school 0.6 miles away.

School	Type	Level	Distance
Smith Elementary School Public · Elementary	Public	Elementary	0.6 mi
Johnson Day Care Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	1.3 mi
KIPP Paseo Primary Charter · Elementary	Charter	Elementary	1.3 mi
KIPP Paseo Preparatory School Charter · High	Charter	High	1.3 mi
Hillcrest Elementary School Public · Elementary	Public	Elementary	1.8 mi
Child Inc Dove Springs Eec Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	1.8 mi
Hillcrest Extend A Care Child Care Center Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	1.8 mi
Ofelia's Day Care Center Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	2.0 mi
Little Explorers Child Care Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	2.2 mi
Palm Extend A Care Day Care Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	2.4 mi