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Frontier East Apartments

$948 – $1,461/mo

  • 1–3 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 786–1,106 sq ft
  • 7 units available
1705 Frontier Valley Dr, Austin, TX, 78741

As of October 13, 2026, Frontier East Apartments in Austin, TX has 7 apartments for rent from $948 to $1,461/mo. One-bedrooms start at $948, two-bedrooms at $1,153, and three-bedrooms at $1,461. The average asking rent has risen 10.4% since July 14, 2026, from $1,071 to $1,182.


Floor plans

Frontier East Apartments has 7 units available across 3 floor plans: a one-bedroom layout (786 sq ft), a two-bedroom layout (1,007 sq ft), and a three-bedroom layout (1,106 sq ft). Prices checked October 13, 2026.

One Bedroom

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 786 Sq Ft

Starting at $948/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
#7103$948786Oct 12
#7206$948786Oct 30

Two Bedroom

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,007 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,153/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
#5104$1,1531,007Oct 12
#7202$1,1531,007Oct 12
#3207$1,1531,007Oct 30

Three Bedroom

3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,106 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,461/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
#5101$1,4611,106Oct 12
#8208$1,4611,106Oct 12

See all 16 units listed at Frontier East Apartments, including ones no longer available.


Cost to rent here

At Frontier East Apartments, a one-bedroom starts at about $1,230 a month all-in: $948 rent and an estimated $282 for electric, gas, water, internet, renters insurance, and laundry. A two-bedroom starts at about $1,508 and a three-bedroom at about $1,913.

All-in from$1,230/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 Frontier East Apartments takes about $34,128 a year for a one-bedroom, $41,508 for a two-bedroom, and $52,596 for a three-bedroom. Keeping the $1,230 all-in month for a one-bedroom within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $49,800 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$1,230/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$49,800/yr

Income to qualify

$34,128/yr

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at Frontier East Apartments has ranged from $1,071 to $1,256. The current average is $1,182, up $111 (10.4%) from $1,071 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (92 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

At Frontier East Apartments, leases run 12 months.

  • Rent

    $948 – $1,461/mo
  • Lease term

    12 months
  • Earliest move-in

    Oct 12

Amenities

Frontier East Apartments has garage or covered parking. It lists 15 amenities, including fitness center, swimming pool, and business center.

  • 24-Hour Emergency Maintenance

  • Business Center

  • Carports Available

  • Clubhouse

  • Controlled Access

  • Courtyard

  • Deposit Alternative Available

  • Fitness Center

  • Free Weights

  • Movie Theatre

  • National Relocation Program

  • Online Resident Services And Bill Pay

  • Playground

  • Pre-Qualified Renters Insurance

  • Swimming Pool


Location

1705 Frontier Valley Dr, Austin, TX, 78741


Resident reviews

Frontier East Apartments has a 3.7 out of 5 rating from more than 100 resident reviews. Residents rate location (5.0) and amenities and shared spaces (3.8) highest and building quality (1.5) lowest.

3.7 · 100+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management3.2
Maintenance2.5
Amenities and Shared Spaces3.8
Building Quality1.5
Location5.0
Overall63 reviews

Resident experiences at this property are mixed, with strong positive feedback on office staff professionalism and friendliness contrasting sharply with recurring concerns about maintenance responsiveness, unit condition at move-in, and pest control effectiveness. While many residents praise the community amenities and safe environment, others report significant issues with appliance functionality, cleanliness standards, and delayed maintenance requests. The property appears to have experienced management transitions that have affected service consistency over time.

Management responsiveness and professionalism are inconsistent across this property. Positive reviews highlight friendly, helpful office staff and quick issue resolution, while negative reviews cite billing errors, poor communication during emergencies, unprofessional conduct, and slow response to maintenance and policy enforcement concerns. Move-in preparation and pest control effectiveness have also been recurring issues.

Maintenance response times are inconsistent, with some residents reporting timely completion of requests while others describe significant delays requiring external intervention. Common issues include appliance malfunctions (dishwashers, stoves, HVAC), pest control ineffectiveness, and recurring problems that require multiple service visits without permanent resolution. Door lock and gate mechanism failures have created safety concerns. Staff responsiveness varies, though some residents report positive interactions with maintenance personnel.

Residents report that property management and maintenance staff are responsive and helpful with communication and service requests. The property has undergone recent renovations including pool reopening and counter resurfacing. Move-in unit cleanliness and ongoing pest control are areas where experiences vary, with some residents noting they required additional cleaning upon arrival.

Residents report significant cleanliness and pest control concerns at move-in, with initial maintenance efforts requiring follow-up cleaning by residents themselves. While maintenance staff respond to requests and management is noted as responsive, building condition issues—particularly pest presence—have persisted despite pest control services. Repair timelines are slow, though maintenance eventually completes work.

The property benefits from a desirable neighborhood location that balances tranquility with accessibility for commuting. Residents appreciate the convenient positioning for work commutes and the overall neighborhood appeal. The location offers a practical balance between quiet residential character and access to necessary transit and commute routes.

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

Frontier East Apartments 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 Frontier East Apartments 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 42°F in January, the coldest.

Air quality

257 good-air days

of the past 365

: Good, AQI 30

Temperature

99° / 42°

average August high / January low

: 94° high, 79° low

Pollen

High

Oct 13–17 forecast

Tree: high, grass: moderate, weed: high

MonthAverage highAverage lowAverage AQIGood-air days
January64°F42°F45 (good)20 of 31
February74°F51°F48 (good)16 of 28
March81°F58°F43 (good)25 of 31
April80°F64°F43 (good)24 of 30
May84°F65°F48 (good)20 of 31
June91°F75°F44 (good)22 of 30
July94°F76°F49 (good)13 of 31
August99°F76°F46 (good)18 of 31
September97°F76°F46 (good)21 of 30
October86°F65°F42 (good)25 of 31
November77°F57°F37 (good)27 of 30
December67°F48°F41 (good)26 of 31
Daily readings from Oct 14, 2025 to Oct 13, 2026. The pollen chart shows typical US seasons.

About this property

Check for available apartments at Frontier East in Austin, TX. View floor plans, photos, and community amenities. Make Frontier East your new home.


Nearby schools

The closest school to Frontier East Apartments is IDEA Montopolis Academy, a charter elementary school 0.3 miles away. The closest public school is Allison Elementary School, 0.8 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

IDEA Montopolis Academy

Charter · Elementary
CharterElementary0.3 mi

IDEA Montopolis College Preparatory

Charter · High
CharterHigh0.3 mi

Montopolis Friendship Center

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.5 mi

Escuela Montessori De Montopol

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.5 mi

Allison Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.8 mi

Extend A Care-Baty

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.1 mi

Baty Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary1.1 mi

Linder Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary2.5 mi

The Excel Center for Adults AYW

Charter · High
CharterHigh3.2 mi

The Excel Center for Adults - South Austin

Charter · High
CharterHigh3.2 mi

Contact & management

Frontier East Apartments is managed by Highmark Residential. The leasing office's phone number is (512) 768-7663.


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