Second Chance Apartments in Austin, TX

Find second-chance housing options across Austin and Central Texas.

Austin’s rental market moves fast—and for renters with past evictions, credit issues, or lease problems, it can feel completely closed off. 

SCA Locators works with renters across Austin and Central Texas who need apartments willing to consider second-chance applications. 

Our licensed apartment locators focus on matching your situation with communities that review applications more flexibly, helping you move forward without unnecessary denials.

Helping Austin Renters Overcome Common Housing Challenges

Evictions

If your eviction is more than two years old, we can match you with Dallas apartments willing to consider your application.

Broken Leases

Lease issues happen. We help renters find communities that evaluate the full picture, not just one setback.

Bad Credit

Low credit doesn’t automatically mean “no.” Many Central Texas apartments focus on income and stability.

Misdemeanors

Non-violent misdemeanors from years past may still be acceptable at select Austin-area properties.

Felonies

Some non-violent felonies over ten years old may qualify. We guide you toward case-by-case reviews.

How SCA Locators Helps You Get Approved

Clear, Honest Screening Review

We start by understanding your rental history, background, and income to determine realistic options.

Austin-Focused Property Knowledge

Our team tracks apartment communities throughout Central Texas that are known to work with second-chance renters.

No Cost to You

Our apartment locating service is completely free. We’re paid by the apartment community after move-in.

Smarter Apartment Searches

Instead of applying blindly, you receive targeted options based on your specific situation.

Serving Greater Austin, TX & Surrounding Communities

Second Chance Lease helps renters find second-chance apartments throughout Austin and nearby communities, including:

  • Arboretum
  • Central Austin
  • Downtown Austin
  • East Austin
  • Far West Austin
  • Far East Austin
  • North Austin
  • Northeast Austin
  • Northwest Austin
  • South Austin
  • South Central Austin
  • Southeast Austin
  • Southwest Austin
  • UT Campus
  • Wells Branch
  • West Austin

  • Lakeway
  • Bastrop
  • Hutto
  • Jarrell
  • Cedar Park
  • Buda & Kyle
  • Dripping Springs
  • Georgetown
  • Lago Vista
  • Leander / Liberty Hill
  • Lockhart
  • Manor
  • Pflugerville
  • Round Rock
  • San Marcos
  • Taylor

Austin Second-Chance Apartment FAQ

Is your service really free?

Yes. Renters never pay for our services. We’re compensated by the apartment community after move-in.

Many renters can, depending on how old the issue is and whether income requirements are met.

Some do. Several communities place greater emphasis on income and recent rental behavior.

Most renters receive matched apartment options within one to two business days.

Start Your Austin Apartment Search Today

You don’t have to navigate Austin’s competitive rental market on your own. Second Chance Lease helps renters find practical, second-chance housing options across Central Texas—without pressure or false promises.