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The Rail Apartments

2921 E 17th St, Austin, TX 78702

Floor Plan Summary
Monthly RentBedroomsBathrooms
$707 - $2,014Studio - 2 1 - 2

Pricing and Floor Plans

E2

$1,260 - $1,386
Studio, 1 Bath
400 Sq. Ft.

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3 Rentals Available
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
424
$1,386
400
Now
320
$1,386
400
Now
534
$1,386
400
Now

E4

$1,210
Studio, 1 Bath
432 Sq. Ft.

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2 Rentals Available
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
408
$1,210
432
Now
409
$1,210
432
9/13/25

A2

$1,315 - $1,485
1 Bed, 1 Bath
540 Sq. Ft.

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Aug. 22
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
341
$1,485
540
8/22/25
342
$1,315
540
9/23/25

A4

$1,450
1 Bed, 1 Bath
564 Sq. Ft.

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Aug. 16
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
515
$1,450
564
8/16/25

A5

$1,325
1 Bed, 1 Bath
585 Sq. Ft.

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Oct. 24
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
340
$1,325
585
10/24/25

B2A

$1,782
2 Beds, 2 Baths
868 Sq. Ft.

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3 Rentals Available
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
410
$1,782
868
Now
510
$1,782
868
Now
210
$1,782
868
Now

B2B

$1,870
2 Beds, 2 Baths
862 Sq. Ft.

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Dec. 18
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
223
$1,870
862
12/18/25
* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Details

Lease Term Options

  • 6 - 12 Month Leases

Property Information

  • Built in 2022
  • 235 units / 5 stories

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

Monthly Utilities & Services

  • Trash fee
    $15

One-Time Move-In Fees

  • Application Fee
    $25

Property Highlights

  • 24-Hour Package Lockers
  • Conference Room1
  • Expansive Sunlit Courtyard
  • Covered Outdoor Patio & Grills
  • Resort-Style Pool with Water
  • Tech Center1
  • Convenient Access ML King Jr

Community Features

  • Bicycle Storage
  • Clubhouse
  • Courtyard
  • Fitness Center
  • Grill
  • Pool

Map of The Rail

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Neighborhood Scores

Walk Score ®

Somewhat Walkable64 / 100

Transit Score ®

Good Transit54 / 100

Bike Score ®

Very Bikeable88 / 100

Soundscore ™

Active78 / 100

Transit

Subway
M L King Jr Station
0 min Drive
Commuter Rail
Austin
9 min Drive
Amtrak
Airport
Austin-Bergstrom International
21 min Drive
Austin-Bergstrom International

Moving to Chestnut, Austin, TX

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate The Rail Apartments proximity to Airport Blvd, Airport Center, and Eastland Plaza. Airport Blvd is 0.7 miles away, and Airport Center is within a 20 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 54, The Rail Apartments has good transit, including 8 transit stops within 33.8 miles. Transit options include M L King Jr Station and Plaza Saltillo Station.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near The Rail Apartments are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.5 miles, including Boggy Creek Greenbelt, Thinkery, and Texas Memorial Museum.

Airports

Living in Chestnut provides easy access to Austin-Bergstrom International, located just 21 minutes from The Rail Apartments.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

3 rating

Campbell Elementary School

Grades PK-5

Public

6 rating

Kealing Middle School

Grades 6-8

Public

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St. Paul Lutheran School

Grades PK-8

Private

8 rating

Mccallum High School

Grades 9-12

Public

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Acton Academy

Grades 2-12

Private

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Clearview Sudbury School

Grades K-12

Private

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Colleges and Universities

School

Commute Time (Distance)

Austin C.C., Eastview Campus

Drive: 4 min (1.5 mi)

University of Texas at Austin

Drive: 4 min (1.8 mi)

Austin C.C., Rio Grande Campus

Drive: 5 min (2.7 mi)

Austin C.C., Riverside Campus

Drive: 9 min (4.7 mi)

About The Rail Apartments

Unbuckle your seat belts, The Rail has arrived. It's modern. Eclectic. And trendsetting. Alluring apartments interiors reflect a modern, urban-chic vibe complete with designer finishes and club-quality amenity spaces specifically curated for the way... you live. Our prime location, on the East Side in Austin, makes communizing to downtown a breeze, and gives residents easy access to IH35, 183, and the 130 corridor. Living here means you're close to public transit hubs-rail and bus, incredible retail, decadent dining, and buzzing nightlife. Everything you've wanted is here. Reserved for you. Only at the Rail. Welcome aboard.The Rail is an apartment community managed by Greystar Real Estate Partners, located in Travis County and the 78702 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Austin Independent attendance zone.

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Contact

Property Address:
2921 E 17th St,
Austin, TX 78702
Phone Number: (854) 205-4942
More Information:
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Office Hours
  • Sunday1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Monday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Renter Reviews

For The Rail

4.9

19 Ratings & Reviews

How Is This Rating Determined?

8/4/25

Verified Renter

It's really good but I don't like the convience fee for paying with card. My place is spacious and really affordable. I love our pool and gym area.

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8/1/25

Verified Renter

The leasing process was super smooth! Jade was super knowledgable and I was easily convinced to sign and I am absolutely loving it so far! Great location and amenities, definitely looking forward towards the year ahead at The Rail.

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Property Manager at The Rail responded to this review

We are thrilled to hear that your leasing experience went so well! Thank you for recognizing Jade for her knowledgeable service. Our convenient location and excellent amenities definitely make our community one of the best. Please let us know if... there is anything we can assist you with in the future.

7/30/25

Verified Renter

Great walkable area right next to the metro station. Apartments are modern with high-end appliances and high ceilings. The maintenance team is quickly responsive to any issues!

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Property Manager at The Rail responded to this review

Hello, thank you for recognizing our team for providing attentive service! We are glad you like the walkable area and our high-end appliances. Please let us know if there is anything we can assist you with in the future.

6/18/25

Verified Renter

The application and signing the lease process was literally a nightmare but Becca was super nice helpful the entire way and I’m pretty pumped to see how the rest of this year goes!

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Property Manager at The Rail responded to this review

We are delighted to learn that Becca was helpful throughout the leasing process and made your experience more effortless! It is lovely that you look forward to your home life in the community, and we invite you to let us know if you need anything... else moving forward.

5/1/25

Verified Renter

The garage gate does not work, mail room fob does not work (the door is always locked), front gate fob does not work (it is always open and anyone can come in)

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Property Manager at The Rail responded to this review

It is important to us that everything in our community is working properly to provide a great living experience for our residents. We will have our team address the garage gate, mailroom key fob, and front gate. If there is anything else you notice... that needs our attention, please let us know by emailing our team at cm@therailatx.com.

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