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The James on South First

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8800 S First St Austin, TX

1 - 3 Bed
1 - 2 Bath

629 - 1,301 Sq. Ft.

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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$1,182 - $1,685
695 ft2
1 Available
Unit 0615
$1,182+
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$1,128 - $1,732
629 ft2
5 Available
Unit 0814
$1,128+
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Unit 0836
$1,128+
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Unit 0824
$1,128+
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Unit 0624
$1,128+
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Unit 0534
$1,128+
Available May 7th, 2026
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$1,232 - $1,736
759 ft2
1 Available
Unit 0233
$1,232+
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2 Beds • 1 Bath
$1,484 - $2,007
954 ft2
4 Available
Unit 0638
$1,484+
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Unit 0131
$1,484+
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Unit 0132
$1,484+
Available May 4th, 2026
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Unit 0811
$1,484+
Available May 18th, 2026
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2 Beds • 2 Bath
$1,699 - $2,235
1151 ft2
1 Available
Unit 1117
$1,699+
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3 Beds • 2 Bath
$1,962 - $2,608
1301 ft2
4 Available
Unit 1138
$1,962+
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Unit 1122
$1,962+
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Unit 0938
$1,962+
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Unit 0538
$1,962+
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Where you'll live
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Location ratings
Walk Score®
23
Car-Dependent
Transit Score®
45
Some Transit
Bike Score®
61
Bikeable
Amenities
In-unit Laundry
Air Conditioning
Fitness Center
Pool
Hardwood Floors
Dishwasher
Ceiling Fans
Clubhouse
Business Center
Sun Deck
On-site Maintenance
Professional On-site Management
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Parking
Covered Parking
Lease & Fees
Lease Length:

3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

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Description

Welcome to James on South First, a vibrant home base in one of Austin’s most desirable neighborhoods. Here, comfort meets connection in a modern, well-maintained community designed for the way you live. Our pet-friendly apartments blend style and function, offering a perfect retreat just moments from the energy of South Austin. With one, two, and three-bedroom options, our homes provide sleek wood plank flooring, walk-in closets, and fully-equipped kitchens to support your daily routine. Every apartment is crafted to be functional, inviting, and easily personalized. Beyond your front door, enjoy community spaces designed for productivity, relaxation, and connection, whether you’re in the fitness center or by the pool. Located at 8800 S. First Street, you’ll have easy access to Downtown Austin, South Congress, Kempler Park, and major employers like Tesla and St. David’s South Austin Medical Center.Ready to see it for yourself? Schedule your tour today and experience modern living in So

Additional Details
Total Unit Count: 250
Last Updated: Updated 5 hours ago
Contact Number: (512) 282-1600
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Monday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Internet Providers
Provider Max Download Speed (Mbps) Max Upload Speed (Mbps)
Alphabet Inc. 1000.0 1000.0
Charter Communications 940.0 35.0
AT&T Inc. 100.0 20.0
ViaSat, Inc. 100.0 3.0
Hughes Network Systems, LLC 25.0 3.0
Data from June 2020 provided by the FCC
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Affordability
To comfortably afford an apartment, we recommend having at least three times your monthy rent in gross household income.
View suggested annual incomes for The James on South First by bedroom type below.
1 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$41,400
per year
2 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$55,000
per year
3 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$70,600
per year
Rent report

The James on South First Rent vs. Austin Average

 The James on South First      Austin Average
1BR
$1,151
$1,399
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
2BR
$1,527
$1,854
$0
$650
$1,300
$1,950
$2,600
3BR
$1,962
$2,412
$0
$800
$1,600
$2,400
$3,200

The James on South First is asking 18% less than the average 1 bedroom apartment in Austin.

If you upsized to an average priced Austin 2 bedroom apartment, you would pay 25% more per month.

If you downsized to an average priced Austin studio apartment, you would pay 13% less per month.

The James on South First provides 10% less square footage than the average Austin 1 bedroom apartment.

Monthly Rent Rent per Sq. Ft. Suggested
Monthly Income
The James on South First
1BR $1,151 $1.80 $3,452
2BR $1,527 $1.50 $4,581
3BR $1,962 $1.50 $5,886
Austin Average
Studio $1,243 $2.60 $3,728
1BR $1,399 $1.90 $4,198
2BR $1,854 $1.70 $5,561
3BR $2,412 $1.70 $7,236
4BR $2,699 $1.60 $8,096

Availability in Austin

In order to find the best deal, you need to know what types of units are available. Property managers may be willing to give concessions if they have many vacant units.

There are currently 12,044 1BR units on the market in Austin. If you're looking to negotiate, this may be your best option.

Studio
1BR
2BR
3BR
4BR
8% 47% 35% 8% 1%
Available Units in Austin
Studio 2,062
1BR 12,044
2BR 8,979
3BR 2,170
4BR 304
Location
Nearby College
Nearby Hospitals
Name Distance
Texas Neurorehab Center Behavioral 1.04 mi.
Texas Neurorehab Center 1.06 mi.
Austin Oaks Hospital 2.53 mi.
Nearby Fire Stations
Name Distance
Elmo Volunteer Fire Department 3.91 mi.
Travis County Esd#5/Manchaca Fire/Rescue 4.68 mi.
Travis County Fire Marshal 4.68 mi.
FAQs
Is this property currently leasing units?
Yes. There are 16 available units at this property.
How many units are move-in ready in the next 2 months?
This property has 16 units available for move-in over the next 2 months. 13 units are vacant and ready for immediate occupancy.
What's the square footage of the available units?
The available units range from 629 to 1,301 square feet.
Does this property allow cats or dogs?
The property manager did not submit a pet policy with this listing.
How many bedrooms are in the available units?
There are 1, 2 and 3 bedroom units available.
How many bathrooms are in the available units?
There are 1 and 2 bathroom units available.
What's the monthly rent at this property?
Rent on available units ranges from $1,128 to $2,608. The James on South First has 1 bedroom units available starting at $1,128, 2 bedroom units available starting at $1,484, and 3 bedroom units available starting at $1,962.
Where is this property located?
This property is at 8800 S First St in Austin, TX. It's 7.2 miles southwest from the center of Austin.
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