
Cheap Homes for Rent in Ellis County, TX from $900 (65 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in Ellis County.


3448 Evergreen Wy

905 Shady Oaks Dr

2619 FM 879

318 Overlook Dr

220 Dunlap St

110 Olive St

462 Derrs Chapel Rd

304 E Milam St

301 W Main St
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709 W Madison St

506 E University Ave

506 E University Ave

151 Water

151 Water St

885 East Ovilla Road

2750 Sunset Strip Dr
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1053 Western Hills Dr

408 Houston St

659 Wheatfield Dr

607 Alexander St

116 N 12th St

613 Wheatfield Dr

646 Fallow Dr

608 N McKinney St

5680 FM Rd 878

718 Fallow Dr
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804 Loy Ln

618 Fallow Dr

534 Canary Ln

534 Canary Ln

607 Casa Linda St

639 Harvest Moon Dr

631 Wheatfield Dr

613 E University Ave

817 Kingdom Cir

804 N McKinney St
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460 Pecan Holw

923 Carrick Dr

947 Carrick Dr

935 Carrick Dr

5106 Valhalla Dr

5118 Volunteer Dr

1215 Wildflower St

905 Carrick Dr

612 N Gibson St

629 Dunn St

1110 Vicksburg Dr
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3105 Cardinal Dr
Ellis County, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Ellis County?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Ellis County 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,545 | $1,150 | $1,904 |
Ellis County 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,136 | $1,399 | $4,095 |
Ellis County 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,665 | $1,795 | $6,500 |
Ellis County 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,252 | $2,300 | $3,950 |
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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 Lofts at Pecan Ridge & Sierra Vista in the Hunters Glen neighborhood priced from $894. Blue Lake Villas in the Buffalo Ridge neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $909. 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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Lofts at Pecan Ridge & Sierra Vista | One Bedroom Loft One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $894 |
Blue Lake Villas | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $909 |
The Willows Ennis | A1 - One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $964 |
Ridgeway | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $982 |
Ennis Place Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Townhouse Apartments | A3 One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,018 |
Emory on Grand | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,094 |
The Julian at South Pointe | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,156 |
Bridgepoint | 1 Bed, 1 Bath Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $1,179 |
Bluebonnet Ridge | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,186 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ellis County, TX
As of September 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ellis County area is the $1.33 price per square foot 4x2.5 Model at Townhomes at Bluebonnet Trails in the in the Buffalo Ridge neighborhood starting from $2,530. The second greatest value Ellis County apartment is the C2 3x2 Flat Model at Bent Tree Townhomes starting at $1,387 with a $1.19 price per square foot . 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 | $1.33 |
Bent Tree Townhomes | C2 3x2 Flat | 3BR,2BA | $1.19 |
Silverton Village | 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.47 |
The Audrey | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.65 |
Grace Townhomes | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.50 |
Oxford at Crossroads Centre | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.57 |
Spyglass Of Ennis | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
1306 Broadhead Rd, Unit unit B | 1306 Broadhead Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
Ridgeway | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
Lofts at Pecan Ridge & Sierra Vista | One Bedroom Loft One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Ellis County
What type of rentals are currently available in Ellis County?
There are currently 187 Apartments for Rent in Ellis County, TX with pricing that ranges from $603 to $18,995. There are also 345 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Ellis County ranging from $925 to $6,500.
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 $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,996.
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 $1,250 to $3,033, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,399 to $4,095. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,795 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,530.
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