
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Brownsville Neighborhood of Brownsville, TX from $400 (16 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Brownsville area of Brownsville.


Reypres Square Apartments

214 E Hawthorne St, Unit 214

Jefferson Square Apartments

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8 E Adams St

938 E Adams St, Unit Rear-Downstairs

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Downtown Brownsville, Brownsville, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Brownsville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Brownsville Studio Apartments | $632 | $575 | $690 |
| Downtown Brownsville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $866 | $464 | $1,314 |
| Downtown Brownsville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,198 | $549 | $1,610 |
| Downtown Brownsville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,215 | $626 | $1,625 |
| Downtown Brownsville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,150 | $1,150 | $1,150 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Brownsville Neighborhood of Brownsville, TX.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Brownsville Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Brownsville area of Brownsville, TX is a Studio unit found at Reypres Square Apartments priced from $575. Jefferson Square Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable Downtown Brownsville apartments for rent in Brownsville, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reypres Square Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $575 |
| Jefferson Square Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Oasis | A2-Premium | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
| La Hacienda | A3-Premium | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| La Villita Phase II | 2x2 Home - LIHTC 60% | 2BR,2BA | $866 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Brownsville, TX
As of January 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Brownsville area is the $1.53 price per square foot A Model at 905 E Adams St in the in the Brownsville Historic District neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Downtown Brownsville apartment is the 2x2 - 60% Model at La Villita Phase II starting at $1,181 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the Brownsville Historic District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Brownsville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 905 E Adams St | A | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| La Villita Phase II | 2x2 - 60% | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| 214 E Hawthorne St, Unit 214 | 214 E Hawthorne St | 1BR,1BA | $0.82 |
| 938 E Adams St, Unit Rear-Downstairs | 938 E Adams St | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Oasis | A2- Designer | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| La Hacienda | A1-Premium | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Jefferson Square Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Reypres Square Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.58 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Brownsville Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Brownsville?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Brownsville is Jefferson Square Apartments which is listed at $695, while the average apartment in Downtown Brownsville costs $1,279.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Brownsville?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 4 regular apartments in Downtown Brownsville that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown Brownsville?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Brownsville have an average cost of $299 which is $980 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Brownsville.
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