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The Lola

$2,080 – $3,640/mo

1221 Congress Ave S, Austin, TX, 78704

What floor plans are available at The Lola?

The Lola currently lists 9 floor plans across 29 available units, from one-bedroom to two-bedroom, starting at $2,080/mo. 21 one-bedrooms from $2,080 to $2,930/mo (663–879 sq ft), earliest move-in Apr 1. 8 two-bedrooms from $2,870 to $3,640/mo (942–1,159 sq ft), earliest move-in Aug 22. Prices checked September 24, 2026.

A1

Starting at $2,080

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 663 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1406$2,080663Aug 14

A2

Starting at $2,155

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 699 Sq Ft

9 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
0935$2,505699Aug 17
1337$2,355699Aug 22
1323$2,440699Sep 24
0328$2,340699Sep 30
1329$2,300699Oct 15
0323$2,300699Oct 17
0332$2,505699Oct 20
0712$2,155699Nov 11
0536$2,405699Nov 28

A3

Starting at $2,315

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 771 Sq Ft

5 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1232$2,380771Apr 1
1123$2,315771Oct 22
1122$2,520771Nov 19
1032$2,585771Nov 19
1022$2,500771Dec 16

A4

Starting at $2,405

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 852 Sq Ft

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
0914$2,660852Aug 14
0714$2,550852Aug 22
0934$2,930852Nov 7
0921$2,405852Nov 14

A5

Starting at $2,475

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 879 Sq Ft

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1005$2,750879Sep 9
1206$2,475879Nov 4

B1

Starting at $2,870

2 Bedrooms • 1 Bath • 942 Sq Ft

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
0636$3,140942Oct 6
0811$2,870942Oct 22

B3

Starting at $3,500

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,150 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1006$3,5001,150Oct 3

B2-R

Starting at $3,511

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,075 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1218$3,5111,075Oct 10

B4

Starting at $3,565

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,159 Sq Ft

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
0736$3,6401,159Aug 22
1321$3,5651,159Sep 29
1336$3,6401,159Nov 3
0421$3,6051,159Nov 18

What are the fees and lease terms at The Lola?

Rent at The Lola is $2,080 – $3,640 per month. Monthly fees include Community Amenity Fee, Intra-Community Transfer Fee, and Month-to-Month Fee. Due at signing: Application Fee ($125), Pet Deposit (Refundable) ($200), and Pet Management - Third Party ($25/yr). The earliest listed move-in is Apr 1. Prices checked September 24, 2026.

  • Rent

    $2,080 – $3,640/mo
  • Earliest move-in

    Apr 1

Monthly fees

Community Amenity Fee

$25/mo

Intra-Community Transfer Fee

$750/mo

Month-to-Month Fee

$750/mo

Package Services

$22/mo

Parking

$65/mo

Parking - Garage

$80/mo

Pest Control Services

$5/mo

Pet Fee

$300/mo

Pet Rent

$25/mo

Positive Credit Reporting Services

$4.95/mo

Trash Administrative Fee

$3/mo

Trash Services - Doorstep

$30/mo

Utility - Gas Administrative Fee

$3/mo

Utility - Stormwater/Drainage Admin Fee

$1.62/mo

Due at signing

Application Fee

$125

Pet Deposit (Refundable)

$200

Pet Management - Third Party

$25/yr

Security Deposit (Refundable)

$500

Utility - Vacant Processing Fee

$50

What amenities does The Lola have?

The Lola lists 15 amenities, including a gym, a pool, and pet-friendly spaces.

  • Air Conditioning

  • Coffee Bar

  • Dishwasher

  • Executive Business Center

  • Fitness Center

  • Located In Music Lane District

  • Outdoor Living W/Grilling Stations

  • Pet Friendly

  • Pickleball Court

  • Relaxing Courtyard

  • Resident Lounge & Clubhouse

  • Resort Style Swimming Pool

  • Smoke Free

  • Swimming Pool

  • Walk-In Closets


What do the amenities at The Lola look like?

  • Pool
    7 photos
  • Gym
  • Work space
  • Pet wash
    2 photos

Where is The Lola?

The Lola is at 1221 Congress Ave S, Austin, TX, 78704.

1221 Congress Ave S, Austin, TX, 78704


What is the neighborhood around The Lola like?

The Lola is in the South River City neighborhood of Austin.


Residents give The Lola a C grade (about 3.7 out of 5) from 200+ reviews. The Lola offers a prime South Congress location with well-maintained grounds and responsive maintenance service, earning strong satisfaction from most residents. However, persistent concerns include security gaps (open gates, package theft), noise from thin walls and early landscaping, undisclosed fees, and inconsistent management communication during maintenance issues.

3.70 · 200+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management4.0
Maintenance4.2
Location3.9
Amenities and Shared Spaces3.9
Building Quality2.1

The Lola offers a prime South Congress location with well-maintained grounds and responsive maintenance service, earning strong satisfaction from most residents. However, persistent concerns include security gaps (open gates, package theft), noise from thin walls and early landscaping, undisclosed fees, and inconsistent management communication during maintenance issues. Positive experiences center on staff friendliness and quick repairs, while negative reviews highlight security vulnerabilities and fee disputes.

Management responsiveness and staff friendliness are significant strengths, with many residents praising quick responses to maintenance requests and helpful leasing staff. However, a notable subset of residents report serious issues with communication consistency, billing discrepancies, delayed responses to urgent problems like water damage, and unclear fee structures. Security concerns and property maintenance gaps during renovations have also been cited as management failures.

Maintenance staff consistently receive high praise for prompt response times, professional service, and courteous interactions. Work orders are typically resolved quickly, including after-hours requests. However, some residents report delays in addressing maintenance requests and communication gaps during complex repairs, particularly those involving water damage or extended remediation.

The property's location is a major draw, with residents consistently praising walkability to downtown, restaurants, shopping, parks, and transit access. However, parking policies are restrictive with strict guest limits and associated fees, and security concerns are frequently cited due to open access points and shared amenities with adjacent commercial spaces. Additional recurring complaints include thin walls affecting noise levels, undisclosed fees, and maintenance responsiveness that varies by issue.

Amenities at this property include a gym, pool, hot tub, dog park, pet spa, guest suite, and parking, with most positive reviews praising their upkeep and availability. However, negative reviews report recurring issues with amenity maintenance (pool and gym closures), security concerns including unauthorized access to shared spaces, package theft, and parking restrictions that have become stricter mid-lease. Service reliability varies, with some residents experiencing frequent outages of utilities and amenities, while others report responsive maintenance and well-maintained common areas.

Residents report significant building quality concerns including persistent noise from construction and thin walls that transmit neighbor sounds, recurring water shutoffs and window leaks despite repair requests, and ongoing maintenance issues with gates, amenities, and utilities. While maintenance staff responsiveness is noted positively, the frequency and duration of physical issues—combined with undisclosed fees and inconsistent management communication—create widespread dissatisfaction with the property's upkeep relative to rental cost.


Is The Lola walkable?

The Lola is very walkable (grade B+), transit is minimal (grade F), and biking is very bikeable (grade B).

WALK

Very Walkable

TRANSIT

Minimal Transit

BIKE

Very Bikeable


What is The Lola like?

Located in the heart of South Congress Avenue, The Lola pairs upscale living with the distinctive spirit of Austin, TX. Our location is second-to-none, within walking distance of some of Austin's best restaurants, entertainment, shopping along South Congress Avenue, and less than a five-minute drive from downtown, Zilker Park, Barton Springs, and grocers including Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, and HEB.

Located in the heart of South Congress Avenue, The Lola pairs upscale living with the distinctive spirit of Austin, TX. Our location is second-to-none, within walking distance of some of Austin's best restaurants, entertainment, shopping along South Congress Avenue, and less than a five-minute drive from downtown, Zilker Park, Barton Springs, and grocers including Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, and HEB. The entire community is newly-renovated and features newly-built outdoor grilling stations, multiple dog parks, a resort-style pool, and a redesigned lounge and fitness center for community gatherings. The Lola's newly-renovated units feature brand new designer finishes, high-speed Google Fiber internet, Nest thermostats, and walk-in closets all within a spacious floor plan. Contact us for more information!


How big is The Lola?

The Lola is a 244-unit garden.

  • Building

    Apartment · Garden
  • Total units

    244

What schools are near The Lola?

Montessori House Of Chldr is 0.3 miles from The Lola. 10 schools are listed nearby.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Montessori House Of Chldr

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.3 mi

Daep- El

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.7 mi

Southside Day Care

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.7 mi

Two Steps Ahead Learning Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.7 mi

Travis Hts Extend A Day Care

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.8 mi

Mainspring Schools

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.0 mi

Main Spring Schools

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.0 mi

San Juan Diego Catholic High School

Private · High
PrivateHigh1.1 mi

South Austin Head Start

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.1 mi

New Generation Day Care

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.1 mi

How do I contact The Lola?

The Lola is managed by Greystar. Call 512-326-8811 to tour or ask about availability.