How much does it cost to rent at The James on South First?

Rent at The James on South First in Austin TX ranges from $1,108 to $1,905 per month as of April 15, 2026.

What is the average 1 bed rent at The James on South First?

The average 1 bed apartment at The James on South First costs $1,131/month, starting from $1,108.

What is the average 2 bed rent at The James on South First?

The average 2 bed apartment at The James on South First costs $1,504/month, starting from $1,444.

What is the average 3 bed rent at The James on South First?

The average 3 bed apartment at The James on South First costs $1,905/month, starting from $1,905.

Is The James on South First a good apartment complex?

The James on South First has a 4.3-star rating on Google based on 184 reviews.

Updated April 15, 2026

The James on South First

Name: The James on South First
Address: 8800 S 1st St, Austin, TX, 78748, US
Telephone: (855) 653-1723
Rating: 4.3

8800 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78748, USA

4.3 (184 reviews) Official Website → (855) 653-1723 Find Your Apartment with an Easy Quiz

Units Listed

$1,108

Starting at

$1,429

Average

$1,905

Highest

$1.58

Per Sq Ft

42d

Avg Days Listed

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Beds

Pricing by Bedroom

1 Bed

$1,131

from $1,108 · 9 units

~644 sqft avg

2 Bed

$1,504

from $1,444 · 4 units

~1003 sqft avg

3 Bed

$1,905

from $1,905 · 5 units

~1301 sqft avg

Rent Distribution

Price by Bedroom

Price Breakdown

Rent by Unit

Price vs. Square Footage

Price History

Property Price Trend

Units with Price Changes (21)

Property Intelligence

How is this calculated?

Negotiation Leverage Score (0-100)

Based on 5 observable signals from the property's listing data:

+30 pts: 15+ units currently listed
+25 pts: Active move-in specials
+20 pts: Deep discounts (>$150/mo off)
+15 pts: 5+ distinct floor plans
+10 pts: 25+ units listed

All data comes directly from the property's leasing system. We do not estimate occupancy or total unit counts because we have no reliable source for building size.

Listed Units

Good availability

5 floor plans

Move-in Specials

No active promotions

Negotiation Leverage

Moderate leverage

Some signals suggest room to negotiate, especially if you can be flexible on move-in date.

Price vs. Austin 78748

Neighborhood

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$1,108

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