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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Corpus Christi, TX

Pricing Updated: 04/24/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Corpus Christi, TX area range in price from $725 to $3,800 with an overall median price of $2,319. The three Corpus Christi neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Clarkwood at $1,250, Portland Ingleside at $850, and Northwest Corpus Christi at $750. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Corpus Christi Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Clarkwood$1,620$1,2502
Portland Ingleside$1,822$85017
Northwest Corpus Christi$1,900$75014
Central City$2,025$72540
Downtown Corpus Christi$2,200$72571
Bay Area$2,295$72540
Del Mar$2,300$80012
Calallen$2,372$1,2954
Flour Bluff$2,425$1,00019
North Beach$2,700$1,2005

Cheapest Available Corpus Christi Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Corpus Christi, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Navigation Pointe in the Central City neighborhood priced from $409. Caspian Apartments in the Outer Corpus Christi neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $565. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Corpus Christi apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Navigation PointeA-301BR,1BA$409
Caspian ApartmentsE1Studio,1BA$565
Sandcastle Apartments1D - 1 Bedroom (Aruba D)1BR,1BA$635
Embassy HouseA11BR,1BA$640
The SterlingS1Studio,1BA$650
Puerto Del MarE1Studio,1BA$668
Cimarron Senior Estates Apartments1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$684
Chateau Santa FeOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$695
Phoenix Apartments1 Bedroom2BR,1BA$699
AlamedaA11BR,1BA$700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Corpus Christi, TX

As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Corpus Christi area is the $0.58 price per square foot 2x2 Model at The Cottages at Corpus Christi in the in the Flour Bluff neighborhood starting from $869. The second greatest value Corpus Christi apartment is the 3 Bed, 2 Bath Model at Rancho de Luna starting at $1,193 with a $1.02 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Corpus Christi apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Cottages at Corpus Christi2x22BR,2BA$0.58
Rancho de Luna3 Bed, 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.02
Bay Bluff Apartments2bd/1ba2BR,1BA$0.90
South Pointe Apartments2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$0.91
Woodlawn Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.94
SouthFork Apartments2bd2ba2BR,2BA$0.97
Chateau Santa FeTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.88
Armon Bay Apartments2A - 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.00
Fairways1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.03
Beautiful, spacious property with an excellent location!1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$0.99

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Corpus Christi Overview

A coastal city with a cosmopolitan, artistic heartbeat, Corpus Christi comes by its nickname of “The Texas Riviera” honestly. Offering vast swaths of sealine and miles of promenade -- as well as beautiful barrier islands -- the city is also dotted with lakes and rivers. Along with boasting major museums and gardens, Corpus Christi is home to several colleges and libraries. Given its status as one of the largest port cities in the U.S., it often comes as no surprise to those looking for Corpus Christi apartments that major employers include Naval Air Station Corpus Christi and the Corpus Christi Army Depot’s helicopter repair operation.

Why live in Corpus Christi, TX?

People looking for Corpus Christi apartments often do so because of its famous water views and beach life, as well as its cosmopolitan downtown. But in truth, each of the city’s zones has its own personality. With a culture that embraces everything from the rodeo to modern art, and which draws from upon its diverse cultural heritage, Corpus Christi is always surprising visitors and residents alike. It’s both arty and upscale, scholarly and laidback. It’s part cowboy, part Mexican bohemian, part surfer -- and all heart.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Corpus Christi Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Corpus Christi?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Corpus Christi is at Caspian Apartments listed at $565.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Corpus Christi Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Corpus Christi Apartment is $409 at Navigation Pointe.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Corpus Christi Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Corpus Christi is starting from $699 at Phoenix Apartments.

What is the most affordable Corpus Christi Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Corpus Christi Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at South Pointe Apartments and starts from $927.

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