512 APTS review · Updated October 2026
The Bond Apartments Review
Here's our honest take on The Bond: current pricing, real fees, what we like, and the questions worth asking on your tour. Reviewed by 512 APTS, Austin apartment locators. If it makes your list, register with us before you tour.
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The quick take
The Bond is an apartment community in Research Blvd/ North Lamar, built in 2023 with 341 units. Current pricing ranges from $1,207 for studio to $2,684 for 2 bd. The community is currently advertising: 12wks free w/12+mo +$1000 GC. See what we like, what we would flag, and the questions worth asking before you tour.
Market context: starting prices across the 115 Research Blvd/ North Lamar communities we track typically run $775–$1,199, and The Bond's $1,207 starting price sits above that range.
Current special
🎉 12 weeks free with a 12+ month lease plus a $1,000 gift card
Pricing & floorplans
Studio
$1,207 from
381 sq ft
1 bd
$1,490 from
636 sq ft
2 bd
$2,255 from
1167 sq ft
All floorplans & layouts
| Plan | Sq ft | W/D | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Efficiency Studio / 1 ba | 381 | Full machines | $1,207–$1,723 |
| 1 Bedroom 1 bd / 1 ba | 636 | Full machines | $1,490–$2,436 |
| 2 Bedrooms 2 bd / 1 ba | 1167 | Full machines | $2,255–$2,684 |
Pricing checked October 8, 2026. Apartment pricing changes daily. Treat these as starting points, and we'll confirm today's exact quote when you register.
Where it sits
10300 Metropolitan Dr, Austin, TX. See it on our live map with every nearby option →
What to know before you tour
👍 What we like
- +New construction, built 2023: modern finishes and layouts
- +Full-size washer/dryer in unit
- +Standouts here: a pool, a fitness center, and a dog park
- +Genuinely budget-friendly: listed pricing starts around $1,207
- +Managed by Kairoi Residential, so you know who runs the place before you tour
📝 Questions to ask on your tour
- 1.Fees listed here: $50 application fee + $200 admin fee. Ask if either is waived or credited right now, and whether the admin fee is refundable if you are not approved.
- 2.The deposit is listed as $250+. Ask for your total move-in number in writing: deposit, fees, first month, and any required renters insurance.
- 3.Which lease lengths get the best rate? The same unit can price very differently at 6, 12, or 15 months, so have them run a couple of options.
- 4.Electric, water, gas, trash are added on top of the rent price. Ask which utilities you set up yourself and what they run in an average month.
- 5.Is the exact unit you were quoted ready by your move-in date, and how long will they hold it while you decide?
The fine print
Community fees & deposit
Paid to The Bond, not to 512 APTS.
- Deposit: $250+
- Application fee: $50
- Admin fee: $200
Utilities
Rent + electric, water, gas, trash
Location
10300 Metropolitan Dr, Austin, TX · Research Blvd/ North Lamar
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The Bond: your questions, answered
How much is rent at The Bond?
Studio units start around $1,207/mo; 1 bd units start around $1,490/mo; 2 bd units start around $2,255/mo. Pricing changes daily, so register with 512 APTS (free) and we'll confirm today's rates and any specials.
What fees should I expect at The Bond?
Deposit: $250+. Application fee: $50. Admin fee: $200. Always confirm fees on your quote sheet — they can change.
Where is The Bond located?
10300 Metropolitan Dr, Austin, TX, in the Research Blvd/ North Lamar area of Austin.
Does The Bond have any specials right now?
12wks free w/12+mo +$1000 GC. Specials rotate — register with 512 APTS and we'll confirm what's active today.
How do I tour The Bond with 512 APTS?
Sign up and hit "Register me at this property." Your locator receives your details and handles registration with the leasing office before you tour, with 512 APTS as your referral source. Check your Tours page for the latest status, and your locator can confirm today's pricing and specials for you.
What does registering mean?
When you register with 512 APTS, your locator receives your information (beds, budget, move-in date) as a guest card and handles registration with the leasing office before you tour. When you tour and apply, make sure to list 512 APTS as your referral source, that's what earns you your rewards.
What happens when I click register?
Your locator receives your details and handles registration with the leasing office. Check your Tours page for the latest status before you visit.
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