Whitestone Downtown Cedar Park Apartment Reviews (78613)
This is the core of Cedar Park. Whitestone Blvd, Cypress Creek Road, Discovery Blvd, Vista Ridge, and Main Street. If you’ve ever driven through Cedar Park and thought “this is the center of town,” you were probably somewhere in this cluster.
Ten apartment communities land in this area, and they cover a wider range than most people expect. Class A construction from 2020 with townhome-style layouts a few blocks from a small 80-unit property built in 1984 that still runs on independent management. Two 55+ senior communities at completely different price points. A LIHTC townhome property with 2-4 bedroom floor plans you won’t find anywhere else in Cedar Park. And one of the few communities in the market where your 70-pound Lab is actually welcome.
We work with renters across this corridor regularly. Pricing runs from $795/month at the income-restricted senior community to around $2,100 at the high end for a 3BR, with most renters landing in the $1,000-$1,600 range. Spring 2026 concessions are available at most communities here, typically one to two months free on 12-month leases.
What to expect on rent (Spring 2026):
- Studio: $903+ (limited availability)
- 1 Bedroom: $795+
- 2 Bedroom: $1,150+
- 3 Bedroom: $1,535+
- 4 Bedroom: $1,940 (Cedar Park Townhomes only)
Floor prices include income-restricted properties. Market-rate starts higher. Pricing as of Spring 2026. Verify directly with communities for current availability.
School District: Leander ISD (Cedar Park HS and Vista Ridge HS zones) Typical Property Class: Mixed. Class A through C+, with the majority B+ or higher. Communities Tracked: 10
What It’s Like to Live Near Whitestone & Downtown Cedar Park
Whitestone Blvd is the commercial spine of Cedar Park. The H-E-B Center at Cedar Park (home of the Texas Stars hockey and Austin Spurs basketball) anchors the entertainment side. Cedar Park Regional Medical Center is less than three miles from every community on this page. And the stretch of Whitestone between 183 and Parmer packs in more restaurants, retail, and day-to-day services than any other road in Cedar Park.
Cypress Creek Road runs parallel to Whitestone one block south and connects four of the communities on this page (Cypress Gardens, Regal Parc, Cedar Park Townhomes, and Buttercup Creek). Faubion Elementary and Cedar Park High School are both on Cypress Creek Road. Discovery Blvd, where Arboleda sits, feeds into the 1890 Ranch shopping center with Target, Kohl’s, and a string of restaurants.
Getting out of Cedar Park is straightforward. 183A connects to Highway 183 and the Domain in about 15-20 minutes. Downtown Austin is 30-35 minutes outside peak hours. There’s no MetroRail station in this immediate area (Lakeline Station is about 5 miles east), so plan on driving for your daily commute.
FAQ
How much do apartments cost near Whitestone and downtown Cedar Park? Market-rate 1-bedrooms generally start in the $925-$1,250 range. 2-bedrooms run $1,150-$2,020 depending on construction era and community. Income-restricted senior housing at Mariposa starts at $795. Concessions of 1-2 months free are available at most communities right now.
What school district covers downtown Cedar Park apartments? Leander ISD. Elementary school zones vary by specific address (Faubion, Naumann, Cox, Knowles, and others), but most communities on this page feed into Cedar Park Middle School or Running Brushy Middle, and then to Cedar Park High School or Vista Ridge High School. Verify your specific community’s attendance zone with LISD before signing.
Are there apartments near Whitestone that accept Section 8? Yes. Whitestone Crossing, Mariposa at Cedar Park, and Cedar Park Townhomes all accept Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers. Income requirements range from 2.5x to 3x rent depending on the community.
Are there 55+ senior apartments in downtown Cedar Park? Two options. Mariposa at Cedar Park is income-restricted (LIHTC) with rents starting at $795. Affinity Cedar Park is market-rate starting at $1,589 with lifestyle amenities like pickleball and a pub room.
Which apartments near Whitestone allow large dogs? Arboleda on Discovery Blvd has no pet weight restriction (breed restrictions still apply). The Allure also has no weight limit but has an extensive breed restriction list. Cedar Park Townhomes restricts to 35 pounds. Other communities vary, so confirm weight limits directly with leasing before applying.
What’s the commute from downtown Cedar Park to the Domain? About 15-20 minutes via 183A to Highway 183. Downtown Austin is 30-35 minutes outside rush hour. The MetroRail Lakeline Station is about 5 miles east.