Free apartment locating · Austin, TX
Leo
Leo Stagi Austin Apartment Locator

Let's find the place that finally feels like home.

I'm Leo. I help renters across Austin, and people relocating from anywhere in the world, find an apartment they love. Fill out the form and I'll reach out to you directly over text. No fees, ever.

Fill out the form and I'll reach out over text. No fees, no spam, no pressure.

Always free for renters Remote-friendly Handled start to finish Expert local guidance
"Leo has such a unique way of approaching this industry. I felt so heard and taken care of."Carrie B. · Bouldin Creek
"Honestly didn't expect apartment hunting to be this fun. Felt more like touring the city with a friend."Jordan M. · East Austin
"I was relocating from out of state and had no idea where to start. I signed on a place I genuinely love."Priya S. · Mueller
"From first chat to signed lease was less than two weeks. He made it completely stress-free."Marcus & Taylor · South Congress
"I moved from LA with zero knowledge of Austin neighborhoods. Leo had me sorted in days, and I'm obsessed with where I ended up."Camille R. · The Domain
"Never felt like I was being sold to. He just genuinely wanted to find me the right place."Tyler B. · North Loop
"I didn't even know free apartment locating was a thing. Game changer, especially as a first-time renter."Nia K. · Riverside
"Leo and his team handled everything. I signed my lease remotely and walked into a place I love on move-in day."James T. · Relocated from NYC
"Leo has such a unique way of approaching this industry. I felt so heard and taken care of."Carrie B. · Bouldin Creek
"Honestly didn't expect apartment hunting to be this fun. Felt more like touring the city with a friend."Jordan M. · East Austin
"I was relocating from out of state and had no idea where to start. I signed on a place I genuinely love."Priya S. · Mueller
"From first chat to signed lease was less than two weeks. He made it completely stress-free."Marcus & Taylor · South Congress
"I moved from LA with zero knowledge of Austin neighborhoods. Leo had me sorted in days, and I'm obsessed with where I ended up."Camille R. · The Domain
"Never felt like I was being sold to. He just genuinely wanted to find me the right place."Tyler B. · North Loop
"I didn't even know free apartment locating was a thing. Game changer, especially as a first-time renter."Nia K. · Riverside
"Leo and his team handled everything. I signed my lease remotely and walked into a place I love on move-in day."James T. · Relocated from NYC
How it works

Three steps. I carry the heavy parts.

You tell me what you're looking for. My team and I do the digging, the scheduling, and the coordination, so touring feels easy and signing feels right.

01

Tell me what you want

Fill out a quick form and I'll reach out to you directly over text. We'll get on the same page about your budget, must-haves, neighborhoods, and move date, whether you're already in Austin or moving from across the world.

02

I do the digging

My team and I pull current pricing and real availability, match it to you, and line up tours that are actually worth your time.

03

Tour, sign, move in

My team handles all the scheduling and coordination with properties directly. Relocating remotely? We'll do video walkthroughs on your behalf so you can sign with confidence before you ever arrive. All you have to do is show up.

200+
Renters Helped
4+
Years in Business
All of Austin
Every Neighborhood & Suburb
Lightning Fast
We Reach Out the Moment You Submit
In their words

Renters who landed somewhere they love.

Real people, real moves, real results, in their own words.

Leo has such a unique way of approaching this industry. He's changing the game by infusing personal experience, lifestyle preferences, wisdom and care into helping people transition into their next phase of life. As a new fish in a big city, I felt so heard and taken care of by Leo. I trusted his recommendations, and the results were tenfold.

Carrie B. Bouldin Creek · 2BR

Honestly didn't expect apartment hunting to be this fun. Leo made the whole thing so relaxed and easy. Felt more like touring the city with a friend than working with an agent. Zero pressure, great energy the whole way through.

Jordan M. East Austin · 1BR

I was relocating from out of state and had no idea where to start. Leo narrowed everything down based on my lifestyle, not just my budget. I signed on a place I genuinely love, and never once felt like I was being sold to.

Priya S. Mueller · 2BR

Leo found us three great options within 24 hours of our first conversation. We were in a time crunch and he made it completely stress-free. The whole process from first chat to signed lease was less than two weeks.

Marcus & Taylor South Congress · 2BR
Tour day highlights

Come along with me on some client tours.

Real tour days, real apartments, real clients. This is what it actually looks like when we find the one.

Leo and Jordan, AptAmigo Austin
About me

Hey, I'm Leo.

I help people find apartments in Austin. But really, I help people land somewhere they can breathe. Moving is one of the most stressful things we do, and I think it should feel a lot more human than a wall of listings and ignored emails.

Some of my favorite moves have been with people coming from California, New York, and even internationally. People who don't know a soul in Austin yet and are trusting me to help them land somewhere that actually fits their life.

So here's how I work: honestly, warmly, and without ever charging you a cent. Properties pay locators a fee when a renter signs, which means I can spend my time getting to know what you actually need, not selling you on a quota. If a place isn't right, I'll tell you.

Outside of work, I'm big on fitness, spirituality, and spending time outdoors with my dog Levi. I love bringing people together and Austin's social scene is something I genuinely geek out on. If you want recs for gyms, trails, wellness spots, or places to meet people, just ask. I'm here to make the whole transition feel easier, not just find you a place to sleep.

Heart-led Authentic Kind Abundance, not pressure
Good questions

The stuff renters always ask.

Yes. Completely free for you, with no catch and no hidden fees. You'll never get a bill from me at any point in the process.

When you sign a lease at a property I helped you find, the property pays a locator's fee. It's a standard part of how apartments market themselves here, and it means my job is to make you happy, not to upsell you.

All of it: downtown, East and South Austin, Mueller, North Loop, the Domain, and the full ring of suburbs including Pflugerville, Round Rock, Georgetown, Cedar Park, Leander, Manor, Hutto, Buda, Kyle, and Dripping Springs. Tell me your commute and your vibe and I'll narrow it down fast.

Not at all. Just fill out the form and I'll reach out over text. If the timing's off or it's not the right fit, no pressure at all.

Absolutely. This is one of my favorite things to do and I do it all the time. I'll do video walkthroughs on your behalf, give you my honest read on each place and neighborhood, and have everything ready for you to sign before you ever arrive. You show up, you move in. The whole process happens over text so you're never out of the loop.

Yes, absolutely. I've helped clients relocate from outside the country and I'm comfortable walking through the entire process remotely over text. Approval requirements can look a little different for international renters, but we'll figure out the best path forward together and I'll make sure you're set up for a smooth move.

As fast as you need. If you're on a tight timeline I can usually have real options in front of you within a day. If you're planning ahead, we'll pace it out comfortably.

Most communities look for a credit score above 600, a monthly income of roughly 3× the rent, and a clean rental history, meaning no open evictions, broken leases with outstanding balances, or existing rental debt. A criminal record with serious or recent charges (violent felonies, sexual offenses, drug distribution) is typically disqualifying. Older or less serious records are evaluated case-by-case and many communities will still approve. I'll be honest with you upfront about where you stand and point you toward properties that are actually a realistic fit, so you don't waste application fees on denials.

Yes. Lower credit on its own doesn't close all doors. Many communities will approve with a higher deposit, typically around one month's rent (nonrefundable), if the rest of your record is clean. I also work with a service called OneApp, which is a risk-mitigation program that allows some communities to approve renters they'd otherwise decline. It doesn't work everywhere, but it's a real option that has helped a lot of people get housed. We'll figure out together what makes the most sense for your situation.

Absolutely. No rental history is very different from bad rental history, and many communities understand that. If your credit is thin or new, two tools that help: a co-signer (someone who agrees to be responsible for the lease alongside you) or a guarantor (someone who backs your lease financially but doesn't live with you, like a parent, for example). Some communities accept a larger deposit in place of a co-signer. I'll walk you through what's needed at each property and help you put together the strongest possible application.

Yes. My team and I have you covered beyond just the lease. We're partnered with a great local moving company that offers our clients a discount on their move, so let me know when you're getting close to signing and we'll get you connected. We're also partnered with a furniture rental company for people who don't want to buy a full set of furniture their first year. It's a really smart option if you're new to Austin and still figuring out your setup. Just ask and we'll make the intro.

Pretty much anything Austin has to offer: studios, 1BRs, 2BRs, loft-style units, townhomes, and even standalone house-style apartments, which are actually pretty common in North Austin. High-rises, mid-rises, garden-style communities. My team and I have access across the board. The one thing to know: we work with apartment communities and multi-family properties, not privately owned condos or single-family rentals. Loft-style units are genuinely harder to come by in Austin than in cities like New York or Chicago, but they do exist, and if there's availability when you're searching, we'll find them for you.

What's inside the free guide

Every Austin neighborhood broken down: vibe, price range, commute, and who it's really for
The Domain vs. downtown vs. East Austin vs. South Congress, an honest comparison so you can actually decide
Best local spots to eat, drink, work out, and explore, curated by someone who actually lives here
Renter tips specific to Austin: what to watch for in leases, what fees are normal, what's negotiable
How the free locating service works, start to finish, so there are zero surprises
Practical advice for first-timers, out-of-staters, and anyone navigating Austin's rental market for the first time
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