
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cost, TX from $600 (42 Rentals)
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Lancaster Living Apartments

The 10Forty8 Modern Living

Walnut Springs

Lockhart Springs

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Legacy Lockhart Senior Apartments

Reserve at San Marcos

The Lantana Apartments
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Stratton Oaks

The Caldwell

The Ranch at State Highway 123

Clear Springs

Oak Hollow

Middletowne

The Stanton

Cayetano Villas of LaVernia
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Riverstone

Maple Park Senior Village (Active Adult 55+)

Lockhart Farms

Mission Trail at El Camino Real

Berkshire Creekside

FLATZ 512

Redwood

The Landings at Creekside
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Sadler House

Walnut Grove

The Virginia

Heritage at Cottonwood Creek

Stone Ranch Townhomes

Bainbridge Creekside

Pecan Grove

La Vista
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Strait & Nelson

Golden Oaks Apartments

508 E Travis St

510 N Bauer St

Centro35

225 Lamar St

319 E Bowie St

121 Ave G
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214 S Hackberry Ave

661 W Austin St
Cost, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cost?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost Studio Apartments | $1,048 | $972 | $1,117 |
| Cost 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,152 | $695 | $1,752 |
| Cost 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,430 | $812 | $2,180 |
| Cost 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,741 | $919 | $2,617 |
| Cost 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,950 | $1,449 | $2,865 |
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Cheapest Available Cost Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cost, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Lancaster Living Apartments priced from $700. The 10Forty8 Modern Living has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cost apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lancaster Living Apartments | 1 Bedroom - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| The 10Forty8 Modern Living | 1 Bed - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Walnut Springs | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $771 |
| Legacy Lockhart Senior Apartments | 1x1 A4-HC (M) 50% | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
| Reserve at San Marcos | A2-MKT | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Stratton Oaks | Alamo | 3BR,2BA | $912 |
| The Ranch at State Highway 123 | A | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
| Clear Springs | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
| Oak Hollow | S1P2 | Studio,1BA | $962 |
| Cayetano Villas of LaVernia | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cost, TX and Nearby
As of April 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cost area is the $0.45 price per square foot 3Bed/4Bath Model at Lodges at Parker's Pond in the in the Outer Comal neighborhood starting from $850. The second greatest value Cost apartment is the Gannes Model at Grace Meadows starting at $1,795 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the Quail Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cost apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lodges at Parker's Pond | 3Bed/4Bath | 3BR,4BA | $0.45 |
| Grace Meadows | Gannes | 3BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Pecan Grove | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Middletowne | EU2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Redwood | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Riverstone | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Lockhart Farms | 1 Bed - A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Lancaster Living Apartments | 1 Bedroom - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Walnut Springs | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| The 10Forty8 Modern Living | 1 Bed - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cost Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cost?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cost is at Oak Hollow listed at $962.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cost Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cost Apartment is $700 at Lancaster Living Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cost Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cost is starting from $850 at Lancaster Living Apartments.
What is the most affordable Cost Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Cost Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Stratton Oaks and starts from $912.
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