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Urban East

$1,121 – $2,205/mo

  • Studio–2 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 531–1,175 sq ft
  • 38 units available
  • Pet friendly
6400 E Riverside Dr, Austin, TX, 78741

As of October 13, 2026, Urban East in Austin, TX has 38 apartments for rent from $1,121 to $2,205/mo. Studios start at $1,264, one-bedrooms at $1,121, and two-bedrooms at $1,792. The average asking rent has fallen 17.3% since March 25, 2026, from $1,556 to $1,287.


Floor plans

Urban East has 38 units available across 23 floor plans: 2 studio layouts (531–807 sq ft), 16 one-bedroom layouts (710–857 sq ft), and 5 two-bedroom layouts (1,041–1,175 sq ft). Prices checked October 13, 2026.

S02

Studio • 1 Bath • 531 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,264/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1138$1,264531Jul 7

S04

Studio • 1 Bath • 807 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,564/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1415$1,564807Jul 3

A05 AFF

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 753 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,121/mo

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1317$1,571753Jul 24
1324$1,620753Sep 7
1319$1,620753Sep 16
1216$1,121753Oct 3

A07 AFF

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 760 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,179/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1204$1,631760Sep 30
5214$1,631760Sep 30
1312$1,179760Dec 20

A02 LW

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 710 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,207/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
4101$1,207710Jun 30

A05 LW

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 753 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,251/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1124$1,251753Nov 11
1116$1,251753Jul 21
1117$1,305753Oct 12

A04

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 737 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,344/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1405$1,344737Oct 5
1318$1,392737Oct 9

A08

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 796 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,357/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
4305$1,357796Aug 25

A03

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 735 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,396/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1103$1,396735Oct 3

A09

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 801 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,469/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
5523$1,474801Oct 25
5423$1,469801Nov 8
5407$1,469801Nov 18

A03 LW AFF

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 735 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,540/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1112$1,540735Jul 8
1110$1,540735Jul 31

A03 AFF

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 735 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,540/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1133$1,540735Jun 8

A02 AFF

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 710 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,542/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
4203$1,542710Oct 2

A04 AFF

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 737 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,571/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1220$1,571737Jul 2
1434$1,620737Sep 7
1334$1,620737Oct 2

A05 LW AFF

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 753 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,571/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
5112$1,571753May 18
5115$1,571753Jun 3

A09 LW AFF

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 801 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,645/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
5125$1,645801Jul 20

A09 AFF

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 801 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,696/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
5327$1,696801Sep 4

A11 AFF

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 857 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,720/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
5305$1,720857Jul 2

B06

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,101 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,792/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
5321$1,7921,101Nov 16

B08

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,122 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,857/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
5322$1,8571,122Sep 4

B10

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,175 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,989/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1314$1,9891,175Sep 14

B02 AFF

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,041 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,019/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
5128$2,0191,041Aug 27
5226$2,0351,041Oct 9

B06 AFF

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,101 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,205/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
5117$2,2051,101Dec 3

See all 170 units listed at Urban East, including ones no longer available.


Cost to rent here

At Urban East, a studio starts at about $1,630 a month all-in: $1,264 rent, $197 in listed fees, and an estimated $169 for electric and gas, internet, and renters insurance. A one-bedroom starts at about $1,494 and a two-bedroom at about $2,205.

All-in from$1,630/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 Urban East takes about $45,504 a year for a studio, $40,356 for a one-bedroom, and $64,512 for a two-bedroom. Keeping the $1,630 all-in month for a studio within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $67,000 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$1,630/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$67,000/yr

Income to qualify

$45,504/yr

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at Urban East has ranged from $1,257 to $1,618. The current average is $1,287, down $269 (17.3%) from $1,556 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (163 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

The listing for Urban East shows $197.32 a month in fees (internet services $70, parking reserved $50, pet rent $25, and 6 more) and $974 due at signing (security deposit $500, pet fee $350, application fee $99, and 1 more).

  • Rent

    $1,121 – $2,205/mo
  • Earliest move-in

    May 18

Monthly fees

Boiler Management

$12.75/mo

Internet Services

$70/mo

Parking - Reserved

$50/mo

Pest Control Services

$5/mo

Pet Rent

$25/mo

Positive Credit Reporting Services

$4.95/mo

Trash Administrative Fee

$3/mo

Trash Services - Doorstep

$25/mo

Utility - Stormwater/Drainage Admin Fee

$1.62/mo

Due at signing

Application Fee

$99

Pet Fee

$350

Pet Management - Third Party

$25/yr

Security Deposit (Refundable)

$500

Amenities

Urban East is pet friendly and has in-unit washers and dryers. It lists 28 amenities, including 24/hr. fitness studio, resort style pool, and roof top lounge.

  • 24/Hr. Fitness Studio

  • Air Conditioning

  • Bbq Grills

  • Bowling Alley

  • Dishwasher

  • Dog Park

  • Fitness Center

  • Gated Access

  • Patio/Balcony

  • Pet Friendly

  • Private Conference Room

  • Resident Clubhouse With Kitchen & Game Lounge

  • Resort Style Pool

  • Roof Top Lounge

  • Skyline Views

  • Smoke Free

  • Swimming Pool

  • Walk-In Closets

  • Washer/Dryer

  • 15' Ceilings*

  • Garden Tubs

  • Granite Countertops

  • Kitchen Islands And Pantries

  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring

  • Private Patios And Balconies

  • Refrigerators With Ice Makers

  • Spacious Closets

  • Walk-In Showers


Amenity photos

  • Pool
    5 photos

Location

6400 E Riverside Dr, Austin, TX, 78741


Resident reviews

Urban East has a 4.2 out of 5 rating from more than 100 resident reviews. Residents rate maintenance (4.0) and management (3.6) highest and location (2.5) lowest.

4.2 · 100+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management3.6
Amenities and Shared Spaces2.9
Maintenance4.0
Building Quality2.6
Location2.5
Overall100 reviews

Urban East offers a modern community with convenient location, quality amenities, and responsive maintenance service that residents consistently praise. However, the property faces persistent challenges including internet reliability issues, security concerns in surrounding areas, noise from construction and fire alarms, and inconsistent management responsiveness. Staff quality varies significantly, with maintenance and leasing teams earning strong recognition while office accessibility and issue resolution remain problematic for some residents.

Management responsiveness and staff professionalism are key strengths, with leasing and office teams frequently praised for helpfulness, communication, and proactive problem-solving. However, significant operational challenges persist, including unresponsive management during off-hours, slow response to maintenance requests, and poor enforcement of community policies. The maintenance team consistently receives recognition for reliability and positive attitude, while management accessibility and accountability remain ongoing concerns.

The property offers well-regarded amenities including a gym, pool, lounge, and co-working spaces in a convenient location with responsive maintenance staff. However, residents report significant ongoing issues with package management systems, internet service reliability, parking garage access, and common-area maintenance that detract from the living experience. Construction activity and frequent fire alarms are additional persistent concerns affecting quality of life.

Maintenance service is consistently responsive and professional, with work orders typically completed quickly and efficiently. The maintenance team demonstrates strong communication, explaining issues clearly and often addressing problems beyond the initial scope of requests. However, a small number of residents reported delayed responses to serious issues like water damage, indicating occasional inconsistency in follow-through.

The building is modern and visually appealing, but residents report significant ongoing issues affecting daily living. Construction noise, frequent fire alarms, unreliable internet service (mandatory WhiteSky provider), and package room management problems are the most commonly cited concerns. While maintenance staff receive consistent praise for responsiveness, management communication and enforcement of community standards have been inconsistent, particularly during transitions in staffing.

The property offers convenient access to downtown, the airport, and major employers, with well-maintained amenities and responsive maintenance staff. However, residents consistently report significant issues with internet connectivity (forced building WiFi with frequent outages), package security and mailroom organization, parking structure security, and ongoing construction disruptions. The surrounding area presents safety concerns including homeless encampments and vehicle break-ins, which substantially impact the living experience despite the location's commute advantages.

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

Urban 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 Urban 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

: Good, AQI 30

Temperature

99° / 42°

average August high / January low

: 93° 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

Urban East is a 137-unit building in Austin, TX.

Experience a new take on life at Urban East. This expanded community of studio, one, two and three bedroom apartments in Austin offers a brand-new phase with new residences and amenities, complete with sleek and sophisticated interiors, resort-worthy community amenities and an active social scene that's close to all your favorite city hot spots. Spacious and airy floor plans highlight a sleek interior feel, complete with high-end finishes like granite countertops, luxury vinyl flooring, and stainless-steel appliances. Whether you're relaxing by the swimming pool, socializing at the onsite bowling alley, taking in the view from the skyline lounge or heading out to enjoy neighborhood favorites near Lady Bird Lake, you'll find something for everyone at Urban East.

  • Building

    Apartment · Mid-Rise
  • Total units

    137

Nearby schools

The closest school to Urban East is Escuela Montessori De Montopol, a private preschool less than 0.1 miles away. The closest public school is Baty Elementary School, 0.7 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Escuela Montessori De Montopol

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.1 mi

IDEA Montopolis College Preparatory

Charter · High
CharterHigh0.2 mi

IDEA Montopolis Academy

Charter · Elementary
CharterElementary0.2 mi

Montopolis Friendship Center

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.6 mi

Extend A Care-Baty

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.7 mi

Baty Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.7 mi

Allison Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary1.1 mi

Linder Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary2.0 mi

The Excel Center for Adults - South Austin

Charter · High
CharterHigh2.8 mi

The Excel Center for Adults AYW

Charter · High
CharterHigh2.8 mi

Contact & management

Urban East is managed by Greystar. The leasing office's phone number is 737-932-8287.


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