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MAA East

$808 – $1,398/mo

Studio–2 bedrooms
1–2 baths
500–1,150 sq ft
15 units available
Pet friendly

6600 Ed Bluestein Blvd, Austin, TX, 78723

As of October 13, 2026, MAA East in Austin, TX has 15 apartments for rent from $808 to $1,398/mo. Studios start at $828, one-bedrooms at $808, and two-bedrooms at $1,143. The average asking rent has fallen 1.5% since May 16, 2026, from $1,139 to $1,122.

Floor plans

MAA East has 15 units available across 5 floor plans: a studio layout (500 sq ft), 2 one-bedroom layouts (623–800 sq ft), and 2 two-bedroom layouts (1,050–1,150 sq ft). Prices checked October 13, 2026.

Buttercup

Studio • 1 Bath • 500 Sq Ft

Starting at $828/mo

3 available units	Price	Sq ft	Available
04423	$828	500	Oct 12
111113	$853	500	Oct 12
04412	$833	500	Oct 16

Azalea

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 800 Sq Ft

Starting at $808/mo

2 available units	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
121205	$808	800	Nov 7
09902	$1,078	800	Jan 7

Bluebonnett

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 623 Sq Ft

Starting at $953/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
07713	$953	623	Oct 19

Dogwood

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,150 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,143/mo

4 available units	Price	Sq ft	Available
06617	$1,293	1,150	Oct 16
06603	$1,188	1,150	Nov 14
06624	$1,293	1,150	Nov 21
101010	$1,143	1,150	Dec 10

Magnolia

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,050 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,203/mo

5 available units	Price	Sq ft	Available
05522	$1,203	1,050	Oct 24
02205	$1,353	1,050	Oct 29
05521	$1,343	1,050	Nov 5
05501	$1,398	1,050	Dec 8
05510	$1,223	1,050	Jan 2

See all 90 units listed at MAA East, including ones no longer available.

Cost to rent here

At MAA East, a studio starts at about $1,258 a month all-in: $828 rent, $163 in listed fees, and an estimated $267 for electric, gas, water, internet, renters insurance, and laundry. A one-bedroom starts at about $1,253 and a two-bedroom at about $1,661.

All-in from$1,258/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 MAA East takes about $29,808 a year for a studio, $29,088 for a one-bedroom, and $41,148 for a two-bedroom. Keeping the $1,258 all-in month for a studio within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $51,000 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$1,258/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$51,000/yr

Income to qualify

$29,808/yr

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at MAA East has ranged from $1,071 to $1,317. The current average is $1,122, down $17 (1.5%) from $1,139 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (121 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

At MAA East, leases run 14 months. The listing shows $163 a month in fees (MAA connect $85, pet rent 2 pets $40, pet rent 1 pet $20, and 1 more) and $1,620 due at signing (pet fee 2 pets $800, pet fee 1 pet $400, application deposit $200, and 2 more).

Rent
$808 – $1,398/mo
Lease term
14 months
Move-in special
Lease now and receive up to 6 weeks of free base rent! Certain fees and exclusions apply.
Earliest move-in
Jan 2

Monthly fees

Community Fee	$18/mo
MAA Connect	$85/mo
Pet Rent 1 Pet	$20/mo
Pet Rent 2 Pets	$40/mo

Due at signing

Application Deposit	$200
Application Fee	$60
Pet Fee 1 Pet	$400
Pet Fee 2 Pets	$800
Processing Fee	$160

Amenities

MAA East is pet friendly and has a laundry room on site. It lists 23 amenities, including fitness center, sparkling pool with sun deck, and package acceptance.

24-Hour Emergency Maintenance
Bark Park
Beautiful Landscaping
Business Center With Wifi
Coffee Bar
Complimentary Wifi Hotspots
Dog Wash Station
Energy Star Appliances
Fitness Center
Gas Fireplaces

Gated Community
Grilling Area
Handicap Accessible
Laundry Room
Package Acceptance
Pest Control Service
Pet-Friendly Community
Picnic Area
Planned Resident Events
Smarthome Technology
Sparkling Pool With Sun Deck
Fireplace
Redesigned Interior

Amenity photos

Pool
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Grill area
Dog park
2 photos
Lobby

Location

6600 Ed Bluestein Blvd, Austin, TX, 78723

Resident reviews

MAA East has a 4.2 out of 5 rating from more than 200 resident reviews. Residents rate maintenance (4.2) and management (3.3) highest and amenities and shared spaces (2.6) lowest.

4.2 · 200+ reviews

Overall rating

Positive

Mixed

Neutral

Negative

Maintenance4.2

Management3.3

Amenities and Shared Spaces2.6

Location2.9

Building Quality2.9

Overall100 reviews

MAA East Apartments offers affordable housing with strong maintenance responsiveness and professional staff, though residents report concerns about gate security, pest management, and neighborhood safety. The property features well-maintained amenities including a pool, gym, and convenient location near transit and shopping, making it a good value option despite some operational inconsistencies.

Maintenance response is consistently fast, with most residents reporting same-day or next-day service for repair requests. The maintenance team is described as professional, skilled, and respectful, with strong follow-through on appliance repairs, plumbing, and HVAC issues. A small number of residents reported delayed or incomplete repairs and communication challenges, though these represent a minority of feedback.

Office and maintenance staff are consistently responsive and professional, with many residents praising quick service and courteous communication. However, experiences vary significantly: some residents report excellent support and problem resolution, while others describe communication breakdowns, delayed responses to maintenance issues, and inconsistent policy enforcement. Staff quality appears uneven across different team members and time periods.

The property offers well-maintained amenities including a pool, gym, laundry room, and common office space at a competitive price point. However, residents report recurring issues with gate access, package and laundry room security, pest control, and maintenance responsiveness. Staff communication and friendliness receive mixed feedback, with some praising quick issue resolution while others report delayed or dismissive responses.

The property offers convenient access to downtown, transit, and nearby amenities like grocery stores and coffee shops, with most residents appreciating the 10-20 minute commute to central areas. However, the location presents significant safety and security concerns, with multiple residents reporting issues including open-air drug activity, homelessness, theft from common areas, and inadequate gate security. The area's development stage and surrounding neighborhood conditions create a trade-off between affordability and location convenience versus resident safety and security.

Residents report mixed experiences with building quality at this property. Common concerns include pest issues (particularly roaches), aging infrastructure with maintenance inconsistencies, and climate control challenges. Positive feedback highlights clean common areas and responsive management in some cases, though maintenance quality and attention to detail vary significantly.

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

MAA East 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 MAA East 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

Oct 13: Good, AQI 30

Oct 2025Oct 2026

Temperature

99° / 42°

average August high / January low

Oct 13: 93° high, 78° low

Oct 2025Oct 2026

Pollen

High

Oct 13–17 forecast

Tree: high, grass: moderate, weed: high

Month	Average high	Average low	Average AQI	Good-air days
January	63°F	42°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	94°F	76°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	56°F	37 (good)	27 of 30
December	67°F	48°F	41 (good)	26 of 31

Daily readings from Oct 14, 2025 to Oct 13, 2026. The pollen chart shows typical US seasons.

About this property

Tour MAA East Austin's newly renovated luxury apartments in Austin. Rent starts at $921 for 1-2 bedrooms. Community perks include a dog park, pool with a sun deck.

Nearby schools

The closest school to MAA East is Winn Montessori School, a public elementary school 0.8 miles away.

School	Type	Level	Distance
Winn Montessori School Public · Elementary	Public	Elementary	0.8 mi
Pecan Springs Elementary School Public · Elementary	Public	Elementary	0.9 mi
Sacred Heart Catholic School Private · Elementary	Private	Elementary	1.0 mi
Happy Kids Day Care Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	1.1 mi
Austin Achieve Public Schools Charter · Middle	Charter	Middle	1.2 mi
Sadler Means Young Women's Leadership Academy Public · Middle	Public	Middle	1.3 mi
Esther's Day Care Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	1.4 mi
Hope Lutheran School Private · Middle	Private	Middle	1.4 mi
Hope Lutheran Head Start Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	1.5 mi
Andrews Elementary School Public · Elementary	Public	Elementary	1.5 mi