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Monthly Rent

$699 - $1,350

Beds

2 - 4

Baths

2 - 4

* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

Note: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice.

Lease Terms

5, 10, 12 mo

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities. Use the calculator to add these fees to the base rent.

  • Utilities & Essentials
    • Pest Control
      $5 / mo
    • Trash Fee
      $5 / mo
  • One-Time Basics
    • Application Fee
      $75
    • Due at Move-In
      • Security Deposit - Refundable
        $100
      • Administrative Fee
        $150

About Sparq on Rio

Welcome to Sparq on Rio (formerly Rio West) - off-campus apartments just steps from The University of Texas at Austin. We offer fully-furnished 2, 3, and 4 bedroom apartments; all featuring private bedrooms, spacious common areas, a wall-mounted flat screen TV, and full-sized in-unit washer and dryer. Our pet-friendly apartments include a modern furniture package, full kitchens with stainless steel appliances, wood-style flooring, and private balconies and patios. High-speed internet, maintenance, trash and sewer service are all included in your monthly rental installment. Our premier community amenities include a resort-style pool, outdoor patio with grilling stations, concierge package service, controlled access parking, bike share access, and more! Our resident clubhouse features a 24-hour fitness gym, entertainment lounge with games, coffee bar, business center and group study rooms.

Sparq on Rio is located in Austin, Texas in the 78705 zip code. This apartment community was built in 2006 and has 6 stories with 74 units.

Special Features

  • Walking Distance to UT
  • Best value in West Campus
  • Roommate Matching Services
  • Simple Online Bill Pay
  • Dishwasher & microwave included
  • Resort Style Pool
  • Spacious Apartment Floorplans
  • Bike Share Access
  • Concierge Package Service
  • Brand new custom furniture package
  • Entertainment Lounge
  • On-site Maintenance
  • Outdoor Patio with Grilling Stations
  • Furnished Apartments
  • Private Bedrooms & Bathrooms
  • 24 Hour Fitness Gym
  • 42-inch flat screen TV
  • Computer bar with Printing
  • Resident Life Events
  • Secure covered parking
  • Electronically controlled building access
  • Group Study Rooms

Community Features

  • Community-Wide WiFi
  • Wi-Fi
  • Maintenance on site
  • Furnished Units Available
  • Recycling
  • Renters Insurance Program
  • Online Services
  • Planned Social Activities
  • Pet Play Area
  • Key Fob Entry
  • Elevator
  • Business Center
  • Clubhouse
  • Lounge
  • Multi Use Room
  • Disposal Chutes
  • Conference Rooms
  • Sundeck
  • Grill
  • Picnic Area
  • Fitness Center
  • Pool
  • Bicycle Storage
  • Individual Locking Bedrooms
  • Private Bathroom
  • Roommate Matching
  • Study Lounge
  • Walk To Campus
  • Individual Leases Available

Floorplan Amenities

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Wi-Fi
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Washer/Dryer Hookup
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Smoke Free
  • Tub/Shower
  • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Granite Countertops
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Furnished
  • Balcony
  • Patio

Parking

Garage

$100

Security

  • Package Service
  • Controlled Access
  • Property Manager on Site
  • Concierge

Pet Policy

Dogs Allowed

Restricted Breeds: German Shepherd, Akita, Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, Dalmatian, Pit Bull, Chow, Wolf Hybrid or Bull Mastiff. <br /> Restricted Animals: birds, parrots, toucans, hamsters, gerbils, snakes, frogs, spiders, ferrets or other exotic animals.

Dog

  • $25 Monthly Pet Rent
  • $300 Fee
  • 50 lb Weight Limit
  • 2 Pet Limit

Cats Allowed

Restricted Breeds: German Shepherd, Akita, Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, Dalmatian, Pit Bull, Chow, Wolf Hybrid or Bull Mastiff. <br /> Restricted Animals: birds, parrots, toucans, hamsters, gerbils, snakes, frogs, spiders, ferrets or other exotic animals.

Cat

  • $25 Monthly Pet Rent
  • $300 Fee
  • 50 lb Weight Limit
  • 2 Pet Limit

Fish Allowed

Restricted Breeds: German Shepherd, Akita, Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, Dalmatian, Pit Bull, Chow, Wolf Hybrid or Bull Mastiff. <br /> Restricted Animals: birds, parrots, toucans, hamsters, gerbils, snakes, frogs, spiders, ferrets or other exotic animals.

  • 50 lb Weight Limit
  • 2 Pet Limit

Other Pets Allowed

Restricted Breeds: German Shepherd, Akita, Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, Dalmatian, Pit Bull, Chow, Wolf Hybrid or Bull Mastiff. <br /> Restricted Animals: birds, parrots, toucans, hamsters, gerbils, snakes, frogs, spiders, ferrets or other exotic animals.

Animal type not listed

  • $25 Monthly Pet Rent
  • 50 lb Weight Limit
  • 2 Pet Limit

Airport

  • Austin-Bergstrom International

    Drive: 27 min 13.4 mi

Commuter Rail

  • Austin

    Drive: 7 min 2.8 mi

Transit / Subway

  • Downtown Station

    Drive: 6 min 2.6 mi

  • M L King Jr Station

    Drive: 7 min 3.2 mi

  • Plaza Saltillo Station

    Drive: 7 min 3.3 mi

  • Highland Station

    Drive: 8 min 3.6 mi

  • Crestview Station

    Drive: 9 min 3.9 mi

Universities

Parks & Recreation

  • Shoal Creek Greenbelt Park

    Walk: 14 min 0.8 mi

  • Texas Memorial Museum

    Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi

  • Elisabet Ney Museum

    Drive: 5 min 2.1 mi

  • Mayfield Park and Preserve

    Drive: 6 min 2.7 mi

  • Austin Nature and Science Center

    Drive: 10 min 5.6 mi

Shopping Centers & Malls

Military Bases

Schools

 GreatSchools Rating

Private Elementary & Middle School

72 Students
(512) 474-1770
Grades PK-8

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