
Cheap Homes for Rent in Ellis County, TX from $900 (15 Rentals)
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7891 Alton Adams Dr

105 E Tyler St

415 W Jefferson St
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700 Blackland Dr

409 W Franklin St

1401 Cardinal Dr
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1303 Cardinal Dr

200 Peters St

1506 N Preston St

102 N Dallas St

1507 Cardinal Dr

525 George Hopper Rd, Unit 210

6461 Waterworks Rd

506 W Baylor St
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Ellis County, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Ellis County?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Ellis County 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,656 | $1,100 | $2,700 |
Ellis County 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,154 | $1,450 | $3,749 |
Ellis County 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,648 | $1,800 | $6,499 |
Ellis County 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,530 | $3,395 | $3,800 |
Ellis County 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,950 | $9,950 | $9,950 |
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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 TRAILS priced from $600. Grand Reserve in the Buffalo Ridge neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $603. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ellis County apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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ENNIS TRAILS | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
Grand Reserve | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $603 |
Country Lane Seniors Community | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $620 |
Townhouse Apartments | A1 One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,014 |
Ennis Place Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,049 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ellis County, TX
As of June 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ellis County area is the $1.51 price per square foot 4x2.5 Model at Townhomes at Bluebonnet Trails in the in the Buffalo Ridge neighborhood starting from $2,867. The second greatest value Ellis County apartment is the Two Bedroom Two Bath Model at Oxford at Crossroads Centre starting at $1,750 with a $1.47 price per square foot in the Buffalo Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ellis County apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Townhomes at Bluebonnet Trails | 4x2.5 | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.51 |
Oxford at Crossroads Centre | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
Silverton Village | 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.44 |
Grace Townhomes | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.42 |
Ennis Place Apartments | 3 Bed 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.39 |
Spyglass Of Ennis | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
The Park at Heritage Hills | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
ENNIS TRAILS | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.80 |
Grand Reserve | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.86 |
Blue Lake Villas | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Ellis County
What type of rentals are currently available in Ellis County?
There are currently 178 Apartments for Rent in Ellis County, TX with pricing that ranges from $250 to $9,150. There are also 265 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Ellis County ranging from $925 to $9,950.
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 $925 to $9,950 with an average monthly rent of $3,359.
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 $1,349 to $4,259, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,450 to $3,749. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,000.
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