Rising Rents

Browse Old Austin Grouch posts about rising rents, Austin nostalgia, and the city habits locals still argue about.

Use this topic hub to explore satire, memories, and cultural commentary about rising rents in Austin, Texas.

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Bring Beer, Not a Paystub

The fourplex at 1701 Chicon split $2,200 rent in 2011 with no credit checks or apps, just cash and backyard barbacoa; now as Chicon Row it demands $2,950 for 680 sq ft, amenity fees, paystubs, and a vibe assessment from tenants.

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