
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Corpus Christi, TX from $400 (178 Rentals)
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Caspian Apartments

637 Mohawk St

820 W Point Rd

Alameda

Aventine Apartments

Olympic Apartments

Puerto Del Mar

Cimarron Estates
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The Palm on SPID

Chateau Santa Fe

Chandler's Mill

Four Winds Apartment Homes

Admiral Brittany Apartments

510 Cheyenne St

Shores Apartments

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Valhalla Apartments

Fairway

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Avanti Legacy Bayside

Studio 44 Apartments

Carroll Lane Apartments

Avanti Legacy South Bluff

Sandcastle

Riviera at 25th

5220 Weber Rd, Unit H-202

The Colony

Peachtree Apartments
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Country Club Manor

Casa De Oro Apartments

Bella Vista Apartments

5220 Weber Rd, Unit F-203

5220 Weber Rd, Unit F-104

Candlewood

Bay Bluff Apartments

The Bay Club

Driftwood Apartments

Solana Vista
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Indigo Apartments

Shadow Bend Apartments

Stoneleigh

The Landing at Everhart

Woodlawn Apartments

4443 Ocean Drive

Costa Tarragona I & II

Christiwood

Autumn Sunrise

Summit
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Corpus Christi, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Corpus Christi?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Corpus Christi Studio Apartments | $922 | $565 | $2,018 |
| Cheap Corpus Christi 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,115 | $475 | $2,462 |
| Cheap Corpus Christi 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,390 | $497 | $3,409 |
| Cheap Corpus Christi 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,669 | $571 | $5,096 |
| Cheap Corpus Christi 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,655 | $499 | $1,924 |
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Corpus Christi, TX Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Corpus Christi, TX
Pricing Updated: 07/23/2026Current apartment rentals in the Corpus Christi, TX area range in price from $475 to $5,096 with an overall median price of $1,932. The three Corpus Christi neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Central City at $475, Northwest Corpus Christi at $475, and Calallen at $895. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Corpus Christi Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central City | $1,225 | $475 | 186 |
| Northwest Corpus Christi | $1,225 | $475 | 59 |
| Calallen | $1,324 | $895 | 5 |
| Downtown Corpus Christi | $1,444 | $475 | 431 |
| Del Mar | $1,500 | $695 | 12 |
| Bay Area | $1,560 | $499 | 380 |
| Outer Corpus Christi | $1,761 | $499 | 546 |
| South Side | $1,761 | $499 | 523 |
| Portland Ingleside | $1,864 | $770 | 173 |
| Flour Bluff | $2,150 | $689 | 115 |
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 $415. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Navigation Pointe | A-30 | 1BR,1BA | $415 |
| Caspian Apartments | E1 | Studio,1BA | $565 |
| Alameda | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| Aventine Apartments | 1/1.0 | 1BR,1BA | $639 |
| Olympic Apartments | Studios | Studio,1BA | $649 |
| Puerto Del Mar | E2 | Studio,1BA | $675 |
| Chateau Santa Fe | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Four Winds Apartment Homes | B1- VL/LI | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
| Valhalla Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $715 |
| Sierra Royale | 1 Bed, 1 Bath (50% Income Restricted) | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Corpus Christi, TX
As of July 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 B4 Model at The Sterling starting at $1,000 with a $0.83 price per square foot in the Outer Corpus Christi neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Corpus Christi apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cottages at Corpus Christi | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.58 |
| The Sterling | B4 | 2BR,2BA | $0.83 |
| South Pointe | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.96 |
| Riverstone Apartments | 2-60t | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Woodlawn Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| The Palm on SPID | B3 | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| SouthFork Apartments | 2bd2ba | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| The Landing at Everhart | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Embassy House | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.01 |
| Chateau Santa Fe | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.87 |
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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 a cheap apartment in Corpus Christi?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Corpus Christi is under $725.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Corpus Christi?
The cheapest apartment in Corpus Christi is Navigation Pointe which is listed at $415, while the average apartment in Corpus Christi costs $1,932.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Corpus Christi?
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 317 regular apartments in Corpus Christi 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 Corpus Christi?
Cheap apartments in Corpus Christi have an average cost of $283 which is $1,649 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Corpus Christi.
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