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Citizen House East Lake

$1,155 – $1,982/mo

  • 1–2 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 650–1,264 sq ft
  • 49 units available
  • Pet friendly
12601 Citizen Way, Austin, TX 78724

As of October 14, 2026, Citizen House East Lake in Austin, TX has 49 apartments for rent from $1,155 to $1,982/mo. One-bedrooms start at $1,155 and two-bedrooms at $1,595. The average asking rent has fallen 4.4% since March 25, 2026, from $1,532 to $1,465.


Floor plans

Citizen House East Lake has 49 units available across 15 floor plans: 9 one-bedroom layouts (650–842 sq ft) and 6 two-bedroom layouts (1,120–1,264 sq ft). Prices checked October 14, 2026.

Sage Affordable 80

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 800 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,155/mo

5 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
07110$1,380800Sep 8
06203$1,155800Sep 22
03107$1,380800Oct 24
02203$1,180800Nov 17
01307$1,190800Dec 26

Fern Affordable 60

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 650 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,180/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
08208$1,180650Aug 12

Fern Affordable 80

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 650 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,185/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
09303$1,350650Aug 12
08104$1,185650Nov 21

Sage Affordable 60

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 800 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,325/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
01104$1,325800Oct 2

Sage

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 800 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,334/mo

5 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
06206$1,399800Oct 25
05309$1,334800Nov 7
10303$1,434800Nov 21
03103$1,349800Dec 11
11305$1,434800Dec 14

Fern

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 650 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,344/mo

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
09108$1,494650Nov 1
08205$1,394650Dec 12
09107$1,344650Dec 19
09204$1,394650Jan 2

Fern A2 Affordable 80

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 677 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,390/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
09105$1,390677Jul 27

Sage A4 Affordable 80

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 842 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,395/mo

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
05105$1,395842Jul 31
04306$1,395842Oct 5
04106$1,395842Oct 8
06205$1,395842Oct 12

Sage A4

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 842 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,419/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
07107$1,419842Nov 8

Sienna Affordable 60

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,120 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,595/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
05311$1,5951,120Apr 14
04212$1,6351,120Oct 31

Sienna Affordable 80

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,120 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,750/mo

11 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
11210$1,7501,120Sep 26
11302$1,7501,120Sep 26
10312$1,7501,120Sep 27
01201$1,7501,120Sep 29
04311$1,7501,120Oct 1
02212$1,7501,120Oct 2
01309$1,7501,120Oct 6
03302$1,7501,120Oct 13
11201$1,7501,120Oct 19
10302$1,7501,120Oct 24
06209$1,7501,120Oct 30

Sienna

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,120 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,773/mo

6 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
03309$1,7731,120Sep 20
05101$1,7881,120Oct 18
02202$1,8381,120Oct 24
04101$1,9821,120Oct 29
11101$1,9631,120Dec 27
02102$1,9381,120Jan 2

Sienna B2

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,150 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,778/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
04207$1,8531,150Oct 20
02208$1,8281,150Nov 7
04108$1,7781,150Nov 21

Sienna B2 Affordable 80

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,150 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,790/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
07206$1,7901,150Sep 10
10306$1,8461,150Sep 16

Pine

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,264 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,908/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
08209$1,9081,264Oct 24

See all 184 units listed at Citizen House East Lake, including ones no longer available.


Cost to rent here

At Citizen House East Lake, a one-bedroom starts at about $1,517 a month all-in: $1,155 rent, $186 in listed fees, and an estimated $176 for electric and gas, internet, and renters insurance. A two-bedroom starts at about $1,997.

All-in from$1,517/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 Citizen House East Lake takes about $41,580 a year for a one-bedroom and $57,420 for a two-bedroom. Keeping the $1,517 all-in month for a one-bedroom within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $62,100 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$1,517/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$62,100/yr

Income to qualify

$41,580/yr

Your estimated budget

Suggested rent budget, 1 bedroom

$ —/mo

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at Citizen House East Lake has ranged from $1,273 to $1,621. The current average is $1,465, down $67 (4.4%) from $1,532 at the start.

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

Fees & lease terms

At Citizen House East Lake, the security deposit is $150. The listing shows $185.83 a month in fees (cable TV and internet services $60, parking covered $40, trash services doorstep $25, and 7 more) and $274 due at signing (security deposit $150, application fee $100, pet management third party $24).

  • Rent

    $1,155 – $1,982/mo
  • Security deposit

    $150
  • Earliest move-in

    Jan 2

Monthly fees

Cable TV and Internet Services

$60/mo

Community Amenity Fee

$10/mo

Parking - Covered

$40/mo

Pest Control Services

$7/mo

Pet Rent

$20/mo

Positive Credit Reporting Services

$4.95/mo

Renters Liability/Content - Property Program

$14.5/mo

Trash Administrative Fee

$3/mo

Trash Services - Doorstep

$25/mo

Utility - Stormwater/Drainage Admin Fee

$1.38/mo

Due at signing

Application Fee

$100

Pet Management - Third Party

$24/yr

Security Deposit (Refundable)

$150

Amenities

Citizen House East Lake is pet friendly and has in-unit washers and dryers. It lists 19 amenities, including 24/7 fitness center, resort style pool, and patio/balcony.

  • 24/7 Fitness Center

  • Air Conditioning

  • Co-Working Space With Private Work Rooms

  • Dishwasher

  • Fitness Center

  • On-Site Market

  • Patio/Balcony

  • Pet Friendly

  • Playground

  • Resident Lounge

  • Resort Style Pool

  • Smoke Free

  • Swimming Pool

  • Walk-In Closets

  • Washer/Dryer

  • Full Size Washer And Dryer In Every Unit

  • Patios And Balconies

  • Quartz Countertops

  • Stainless Steel Appliances


Amenity photos

  • Pool

Location

12601 Citizen Way, Austin, TX 78724


Resident reviews

Residents of Citizen House East Lake rate amenities and shared spaces (5.0) and location (5.0) highest and maintenance (4.4) lowest.

Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management4.8
Maintenance4.4
Amenities and Shared Spaces5.0
Location5.0
Overall35 reviews

This property earns strong resident satisfaction with 32 of 35 reviews rating it positively. Residents consistently praise the responsive maintenance team, welcoming office staff, and well-maintained amenities including a resort-style pool, gym, dog park, and community spaces. Three negative reviews cite specific issues: a recurring fire alarm disturbance with unresolved maintenance response, internet service quality concerns, and security camera access following a vehicle theft.

Management and office staff are consistently praised for responsiveness, professionalism, and genuine helpfulness throughout the leasing and residency process. Staff handle work orders and maintenance requests promptly and professionally, with residents noting timely email and phone responses. One resident reported an unresolved maintenance issue with dismissive staff communication, though this represents a significant outlier among overwhelmingly positive feedback about the management team's accessibility and care.

Maintenance service is generally responsive and professional, with most residents reporting prompt work order completion and thorough repairs. One resident experienced an unresolved alarm issue with inadequate follow-up and communication from maintenance staff, indicating inconsistency in problem resolution and responsiveness to persistent concerns.

Residents consistently praise the property's amenities, which include a resort-style pool, well-equipped gym, clubhouse, co-work space, and recreational facilities like sand volleyball and pickleball courts. The 2-acre dog park, on-site market area, and overall cleanliness of shared spaces are frequently highlighted as standout features. Management and maintenance staff are noted for responsiveness and professionalism, with work orders handled promptly. The community atmosphere is enhanced by regular organized events that facilitate resident connections.

Residents consistently praise the property's location as convenient and accessible, with minimal noise and proximity to nearby amenities. The community is described as beautiful and welcoming, with well-maintained grounds and a strong sense of neighborhood appeal that enhances the overall living experience.

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

Citizen House East Lake is car-dependent and not bikeable.

Walking
Car-dependent
Grade F
Biking
Not bikeable
Grade F

Climate and air quality

Air quality near Citizen House East Lake was good on 258 of the past 365 days, and at its worst in July (average AQI 49, good). Daily highs averaged 100°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

: Good, AQI 23

Temperature

100° / 42°

average August high / January low

: 91° high, 77° low

Pollen

Very high

Oct 14–18 forecast

Tree: very high, grass: moderate, weed: moderate

MonthAverage highAverage lowAverage AQIGood-air days
January64°F42°F45 (good)20 of 31
February75°F50°F48 (good)16 of 28
March82°F58°F43 (good)25 of 31
April80°F64°F43 (good)24 of 30
May85°F66°F48 (good)20 of 31
June92°F75°F44 (good)22 of 30
July94°F76°F49 (good)13 of 31
August100°F77°F46 (good)18 of 31
September97°F76°F46 (good)21 of 30
October86°F66°F40 (good)26 of 31
November78°F56°F37 (good)27 of 30
December68°F48°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

Citizen House East Lake is a 360-unit building in Austin, TX.

Among the choices for apartment homes in Austin, a genuinely attainable and curated community has finally arrived. Whether you're looking for a place to settle down, work hard, make connections, or find your passion, don't press pause on your dreams. Join our community of residents who want more without sacrificing your budget.

  • Building

    Apartment · Garden
  • Total units

    360

Nearby schools

The closest school to Citizen House East Lake is Joseph Gilbert Elementary School, a public elementary school 0.6 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Joseph Gilbert Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.6 mi

Extend A Care Dc-Hornsby

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.3 mi

Hornsby-Dunlap Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary1.3 mi

Austin Discovery School

Charter · Elementary
CharterElementary2.6 mi

Elsass Academy

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool2.7 mi

Oak Meadows Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary2.8 mi

KIPP Austin Leadership Elementary School

Charter · Elementary
CharterElementary2.9 mi

KIPP Alegria Primary

Charter · Elementary
CharterElementary2.9 mi

KIPP Austin Academy Of Arts & Letters

Charter · Middle
CharterMiddle2.9 mi

Decker Child Development Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool3.4 mi

Contact & management

Citizen House East Lake is managed by Greystar. The leasing office's phone number is 737-304-7552.


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