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To learn more about the Menchaca Commons affordable apartments in South Austin, check out our frequently asked questions and answers below!

Amenity Questions & Answers

Absolutely! Thanks to federal financing programs, Menchaca Commons can offer affordable apartments in South Austin to qualified applicants. Please understand that the affordable housing qualification may take slightly longer to process than traditional apartment applications. However, our leasing team is always available for assistance to help make this process easier for all applicants.

Our roomy 1-, 2- and 3-bedroom apartments offer a variety of everyday amenities, including hardwood-inspired flooring throughout, LED lighting, extra storage space, ceiling fans in every room, energy-efficient appliances, and covered patios.

We want our residents to enjoy themselves inside and outside their homes at Menchaca Commons. That’s why we offer a variety of popular community amenities, including a relaxing covered outdoor space, modern fitness center, grilling area, playground, business center, community room, and The Menchaca Lounge! Amazon package lockers are also available on the premises.

Yes, pets are welcome at Menchaca Commons! Our pet policy allows dogs or cats with a weight limit of 45 lbs per pet – although aggressive breeds are strictly prohibited.

Location Questions & Answers

Menchaca Commons apartments are conveniently located near I-35 and Texas State Highway Loop 1 AKA the MoPac Expressway. Our residents are just minutes away from the Austin metro area’s unique shops, finest restaurants, legendary live music venues, and the heart of its diverse arts-scene!
Indeed! Menchaca Commons apartments are approximately 15 miles away from the University of Texas at Austin! This is great news for students, professors and university staff since the commute is an easy 25-minute car ride to campus!
Sure is! Hop on Highway 71 West, then take I-35 South and in 20 minutes you’ll reach the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. Living at Menchaca Commons means you won’t have to rush to catch your next flight or worry about picking up friends and family when they come to visit or return home.
Take Texas State Highway Loop 1 AKA the MoPac Expressway and in less than 25 minutes you’ll reach St. David’s North Austin Medical Center, one of the region’s leading healthcare facilities. In addition to providing 24-hour emergency care, this highly rated healthcare facility also offers other medical specialties such as heart and vascular care, neurology and neurosurgery, kidney care, inpatient and outpatient surgery.
You’ll be happy to know that the three nearby public schools cover all ages: Menchaca Elementary School, Paredes Middle School and Akins High School.
Since the Menchaca Commons apartments are conveniently located near I-35 and MoPac, it’s incredibly easy for residents to reach all of the great restaurants, shops and entertainment venues in South Austin and the metro area. For quick shopping trips, immediate needs, recreation and nearby dining, check out local favorites like The Shops at Onion Creek, Tanglewood Shopping Center, Valentina’s Tex-Mex, Slow Poke’s Brisket Shack, Austin Roller Rink, the legendary Moon Tower, Mary Moore Searight Metropolitan Park, Target, Wal-Mart, Randall’s, and Southpark Meadows which features100 stores, restaurants and entertainment venues spread over one million square feet.

We hope we answered your questions thoroughly! If you’re ready to make our affordable apartments in South Austin your new home, contact us today to schedule a tour or see if you qualify for the affordable apartments in South Austin program.