
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Elgin, TX from $400 (59 Rentals)
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122 Hillside Dr

110 S Main St

13900 Mussel Run

112 Hillside Cove

Sierra Apartments

204 Hall St

Cedar Grove Apartment Homes

101 Stubblefield Dr

817 Lloyd Ln
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200 Hall St

Crescent Village

707 N Main St

109 Tillage Rd

14205 Prairie Sod Ln

303 Schuylerville Dr

406 Lexington Rd

230 Brown St

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Ryder Ridge

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Crossroad Commons

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The Beckett

Lively at Gilbert

Bluebonnet Preserve

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Bridge at Speyside
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The Element

Residences at Decker

Wildhorse Flats

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The Narrows

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Prose Manor

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Tacara Weiss Ranch
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View at Manor Crossing

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Brio

Huntington Meadows

The Howard

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Biltmore at the Park

Reserves at Las Entradas

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Avelyn Manor

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Citizen House Blue Bluff

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The Darby

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The Grassdale at Manor
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Elgin, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Elgin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Elgin Studio Apartments | $1,089 | $850 | $1,400 |
| Cheap Elgin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,375 | $700 | $2,075 |
| Cheap Elgin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,740 | $839 | $3,145 |
| Cheap Elgin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,939 | $914 | $3,101 |
| Cheap Elgin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,195 | $1,549 | $2,738 |
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Cheapest Available Elgin Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Elgin, TX is a 2 Beds unit found at Manor Town Apartments in the Shadow Glen neighborhood priced from $507. Commons at Manor in the Shadow Glen neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $744. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Elgin apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manor Town Apartments | 2A-60% | 2BR,1BA | $507 |
| Commons at Manor | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $744 |
| Eagles Landing | 1/1 60% | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Creekside on Parmer Lane | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $988 |
| The Grand at Manor Apartments | E1 | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| The Beckett | B | 2BR,2BA | $999 |
| Crossroad Commons | One Bedroom - B | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Bluebonnet Preserve | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,006 |
| Evergreen at Whisper Valley | S1 - Aff | Studio,1BA | $1,030 |
| Bridge at Speyside | E1 | Studio,1BA | $1,043 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elgin, TX
As of July 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Elgin area is the $1.51 price per square foot Ginkgo Model at Vine Creek Reserve Rental Homes in the in the Blackhawk neighborhood starting from $2,322. The second greatest value Elgin apartment is the C Model at The Beckett starting at $1,199 with a $1.12 price per square foot in the Southeast Austin neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elgin apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vine Creek Reserve Rental Homes | Ginkgo | 3BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| The Beckett | C | 3BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| The Element | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| Residences at Decker | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Eagles Landing | 1/1 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Prose Manor | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Creekside on Parmer Lane | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Commons at Manor | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Crossroad Commons | One Bedroom - B | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Manor Town Apartments | 1A-60% | 1BR,1BA | $0.96 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Elgin Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Elgin?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Elgin is at The Grand at Manor Apartments listed at $995.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Elgin Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Elgin Apartment is $507 at Manor Town Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Elgin Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Elgin is starting from $507 at Manor Town Apartments.
What is the most affordable Elgin Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Elgin Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Beckett and starts from $1,199.
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