Research Guides: Real Estate and Rentals: Renting

Renters' Rights & Assistance

Austin Tenants' Council Project | Texas Rio Grande Legal Aid
Advice about fair housing and tenants' rights. By phone, online, or in-person.
Resources for Renters | City of Austin
Help with finding rental units, assistance with landlord issues, and more.
Housing Authority of the City of Austin
Apply for affordable housing in Austin and learn about fair housing rights.
Rental Assistance | U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Get rental assistance and search for affordable Austin-area housing.
Rental Listing Scams | Federal Trade Commission
How rental scams work, how to spot and report a scam.

Renters' Rights
Includes topics such as how to break a lease, sublet an apartment, resolve roommate disputes, and more.
Every Tenant's Legal Guide
Offers practical legal information about your rights as a tenant; includes sample letters and forms.
Leases and Rental Agreements
Explains how to create a solid, binding lease; includes state-specific rules and customizable rental documents.

Rent vs. Buy Calculator
Is it the right time to buy? Use the rent or buy calculator to determine if buying or renting a home makes more financial sense.

Rentals Search | Zillow
Search for apartments, condos, houses, and townhomes.
Rentals Search | Redfin
Search for apartments, condos, houses, and townhomes.
Apartment Fees and Deposits | Angi
Learn the difference between fees and deposits.
What is an Apartment Locator? | Angi
Learn how apartment locator services work.
Austin Apartment Locator Reviews | Yelp
Reviews of Austin-area apartment locator services.