Cheap Homes for Rent in Ellis County, TX from $600 (23 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in Ellis County.

property at 5703 FM813

$690

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$690

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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5703 FM813, Unit Apt 2

5703 FM813
WaxahachieTX75165
property at 141 W Canton St

$1,050

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$1,050

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$1,050

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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141 W Canton St, Unit E

141 W Canton St
PalmerTX75152

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property at 401 N 7th St

$1,450

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401 N 7th St

MidlothianTX76065
property at 1502 Daffan Ave

$1,550

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$1,550

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3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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1502 Daffan Ave

EnnisTX75119

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Cheapest Available Ellis County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Ellis County, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Ennis Place in the Downtown Ennis neighborhood priced from $999. Emerald Garden Apartments in the Downtown Ennis neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,025. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ellis County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ennis Place1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$999
Emerald Garden Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,025
RidgewayA21BR,1BA$1,034
The WillowsA11BR,1BA$1,074
Silverton Village2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ellis County, TX

As of June 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ellis County area is the $1.31 price per square foot 4x2.5 Model at Townhomes at Bluebonnet Trails in the in the Buffalo Ridge neighborhood starting from $2,479. The second greatest value Ellis County apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Model at Silverton Village starting at $1,250 with a $1.07 price per square foot in the Downtown Ennis neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ellis County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Townhomes at Bluebonnet Trails4x2.54BR,2.5BA$1.31
Silverton Village3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath3BR,2.5BA$1.07
Bent Tree TownhomesC2 3x2 Flat3BR,2BA$1.19
Grace TownhomesC13BR,2BA$1.50
Grand Reserve Seniors - WaxahachieB1-602BR,1BA$1.59
RidgewayB12BR,1.5BA$1.67
Ennis TrailsA1-60%1BR,1BA$1.67
Emerald Garden Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.44
Bridgepoint1 Bed, 1 Bath C (60% Income Restricted)1BR,1BA$1.63
Ennis Place1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.67

Frequently Asked Questions about Ellis County

What type of rentals are currently available in Ellis County?

There are currently 180 Apartments for Rent in Ellis County, TX with pricing that ranges from $600 to $11,665. There are also 212 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Ellis County ranging from $690 to $5,900.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Ellis County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Ellis County ranges from $690 to $5,900 with an average monthly rent of $2,702.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Ellis County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Ellis County range from $817 to $5,210, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $3,425. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,875 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,499.

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