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The Amber

$1,224 – $2,424/mo

  • 1–3 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 707–1,460 sq ft
  • 34 units available
  • Pet friendly
3901 East Parmer Lane, Austin, TX 78754

As of October 13, 2026, The Amber in Austin, TX has 34 apartments for rent from $1,224 to $2,424/mo. One-bedrooms start at $1,224, two-bedrooms at $1,699, and three-bedrooms at $2,424. The average asking rent has fallen 5.5% since March 25, 2026, from $1,657 to $1,565.


Floor plans

The Amber has 34 units available across 7 floor plans: 4 one-bedroom layouts (707–777 sq ft), 2 two-bedroom layouts (1,069–1,149 sq ft), and a three-bedroom layout (1,460 sq ft). Prices checked October 13, 2026.

Pearl AFF

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 707 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,224/mo

5 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1327$1,224707Jan 15
1336$1,224707Jan 15
2214$1,224707Feb 15
2217$1,224707Feb 15
2314$1,224707Feb 15

Coral AFF

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 777 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,304/mo

6 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2123$1,304777Feb 15
2127$1,304777Feb 15
2211$1,304777Feb 15
2226$1,304777Feb 15
2228$1,304777Feb 15
1214$1,304777Nov 12

Coral

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 777 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,519/mo

7 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1105$1,604777Jan 15
2325$1,519777Feb 15
2130$1,619777Feb 15
2106$1,669777Feb 15
2128$1,669777Feb 15
2111$1,694777Feb 15
2126$1,719777Feb 15

Pearl

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 707 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,556/mo

10 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1227$1,556707Jan 15
1229$1,556707Jan 15
1331$1,581707Jan 15
1131$1,656707Jan 15
2215$1,581707Feb 15
2315$1,606707Feb 15
2110$1,656707Feb 15
2117$1,681707Feb 15
2114$1,706707Feb 15
2122$1,706707Feb 15

Opal AFF

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,149 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,699/mo

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1219$1,6991,149Jan 15
1221$1,6991,149Jan 15
1224$1,6991,149Jan 15
2119$1,6991,149Feb 15

Topaz AFF

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,069 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,775/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2116$1,7751,069Feb 15

Ruby AFF

3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,460 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,424/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2218$2,4241,460Feb 15

See all 166 units listed at The Amber, including ones no longer available.


Cost to rent here

At The Amber, a one-bedroom starts at about $1,918 a month all-in: $1,224 rent, $518 in listed fees, and an estimated $176 for electric and gas, internet, and renters insurance. A two-bedroom starts at about $2,433 and a three-bedroom at about $3,209.

All-in from$1,918/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 The Amber takes about $44,064 a year for a one-bedroom, $61,164 for a two-bedroom, and $87,264 for a three-bedroom. Keeping the $1,918 all-in month for a one-bedroom within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $81,000 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$1,918/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$81,000/yr

Income to qualify

$44,064/yr

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at The Amber has ranged from $1,481 to $1,674. The current average is $1,565, down $92 (5.5%) from $1,657 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 The Amber shows $518 a month in fees (parking garage $200, parking $75, parking covered $75, and 7 more) and $1,195 due at signing (security deposit $500, pet fee $350, express move out $200, and 2 more).

  • Rent

    $1,224 – $2,424/mo
  • Earliest move-in

    Jan 15

Monthly fees

Community Amenity Fee

$30/mo

Internet Services

$70/mo

Parking

$75/mo

Parking - Covered

$75/mo

Parking - Garage

$200/mo

Pest Control Services

$5/mo

Pet Rent

$25/mo

Positive Credit Reporting Services

$5/mo

Trash Administrative Fee

$3/mo

Trash Services - Doorstep

$30/mo

Due at signing

Application Fee

$125

Express Move Out

$200

Pet Fee

$350

Pet Management - Third Party

$20/yr

Security Deposit (Refundable)

$500

Amenities

The Amber is pet friendly and has garage or covered parking and in-unit washers and dryers. It lists 22 amenities, including fitness center, resort style swimming pool, and rooftop lounge.

  • Air Conditioning

  • Bocce Ball Court

  • Co-Working Lounge With Private Conference Rooms

  • Dishwasher

  • Expansive Fitness Studio With Yoga Room

  • Fitness Center

  • Garage Parking

  • Gated Access

  • Patio/Balcony

  • Pet Friendly

  • Pet Park

  • Pickleball Court

  • Resort Style Swimming Pool

  • Rooftop Lounge

  • Smoke Free

  • Swimming Pool

  • Walk-In Closets

  • Washer/Dryer

  • Balconies And Private Yards

  • Built In Mud-Rooms And Shelving

  • Open Concept Layouts

  • Washer And Dryer In Every Home


Amenity photos

  • Pool
    4 photos
  • Game room
  • Work space

Location

3901 East Parmer Lane, Austin, TX 78754


Resident reviews

The Amber has a 4.7 out of 5 rating from resident reviews. Residents rate management (4.2) and amenities and shared spaces (3.3) highest and location (1.5) lowest.

4.7
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management4.2
Amenities and Shared Spaces3.3
Maintenance3.3
Building Quality1.5
Location1.5
Overall40 reviews

The Amber offers a brand-new community with modern apartments, strong amenities, and generally responsive maintenance. Leasing and front-office staff receive mixed feedback—many residents praise professionalism and helpfulness, while others report communication inconsistencies and concerns about visitor parking policies. Most residents appreciate the property condition and cleanliness, though some early occupants experienced maintenance issues typical of new construction.

Management and leasing staff receive consistently high praise for responsiveness, professionalism, and helpfulness throughout the application and move-in process. Staff members are noted for answering questions thoroughly, maintaining clear communication, and providing attentive service. One resident raised concerns about inconsistent front-office communication and professionalism during post-move-in interactions, while maintenance staff are separately praised for prompt issue resolution.

Residents praise the new building's amenities, including a spacious gym and pool, along with clean common areas and responsive maintenance. However, parking policies enforce strict visitor limits (7 days per month) with significant towing fees, and some residents report ongoing issues with gym air conditioning, water temperature inconsistency, and pest control despite repeated service calls.

Maintenance staff receive consistent praise for responsiveness, professionalism, and prompt service across reviews. The property, being newly constructed, has experienced typical issues including HVAC adjustments, plumbing concerns related to water pressure and temperature settings, and pest control needs, all of which maintenance has addressed. Response times and follow-through on work orders are noted as strengths of the maintenance team.

The building features new construction with modern finishes, updated appliances, and responsive maintenance staff. However, residents report ongoing issues with building systems including HVAC failures, water temperature inconsistency, and appliance malfunctions that require extended repair timelines. Pest control concerns and eco-friendly plumbing adjustments have also been noted.

This property offers a new building with modern finishes and responsive maintenance, but has notable location and parking policy concerns. The visitor parking policy strictly limits guest parking to 7 days per month with significant towing fees ($300 base plus $22 per 12 hours), which residents find restrictive given available parking capacity. Additional concerns include pest control challenges and eco-friendly building features that required maintenance adjustments.

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

The Amber 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 The Amber 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 41°F in January, the coldest.

Air quality

257 good-air days

of the past 365

: Good, AQI 30

Temperature

99° / 41°

average August high / January low

: 88° high, 77° low

Pollen

High

Oct 13–17 forecast

Tree: high, grass: moderate, weed: moderate

MonthAverage highAverage lowAverage AQIGood-air days
January63°F41°F45 (good)20 of 31
February74°F50°F48 (good)16 of 28
March81°F58°F43 (good)25 of 31
April79°F64°F43 (good)24 of 30
May83°F65°F48 (good)20 of 31
June91°F74°F44 (good)22 of 30
July94°F76°F49 (good)13 of 31
August99°F76°F46 (good)18 of 31
September96°F76°F46 (good)21 of 30
October83°F64°F42 (good)25 of 31
November76°F56°F37 (good)27 of 30
December66°F47°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

The Amber is a 273-unit building in Austin, TX.

The Amber is a modern apartment community in Northeast Austin offering stylish living with contemporary finishes and thoughtfully designed amenities. If you’re searching for Apartments for rent in Austin TX, The Amber offers sleek interiors, spacious layouts, and community perks like a resort-style pool, fitness center, and coworking spaces, all in a convenient location close to dining, shopping, entertainment, and major employers. Experience a connected lifestyle with modern apartment homes designed for comfort, convenience, and everyday living in one of Austin’s growing neighborhoods. Schedule a tour today and discover everything The Amber has to offer.

  • Building

    Apartment · Garden
  • Total units

    273

Nearby schools

The closest school to The Amber is Pioneer Crossing Elementary School, a public elementary school 1 mile away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Pioneer Crossing Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary1.0 mi

A Step Ahead Childcare & Lc

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.3 mi

Bluebonnet Trail Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary1.7 mi

Delco Primary YMCA

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.8 mi

Dessau Middle School

Public · Middle
PublicMiddle1.9 mi

Capital City Kids Day Care 1

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.9 mi

Capital City Kids 4 Dc & Lc

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.9 mi

Delco Primary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary2.0 mi

Dessau Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary2.1 mi

Children's Courtyard Child Care Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool2.3 mi

Contact & management

The Amber is managed by Greystar. The leasing office's phone number is 512-806-0386.


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