
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Elsa, TX from $300 (57 Rentals)
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7 Sylvia Handy Dr

6 Sylvia Handy Dr

La Stella Independent Senior Living

La Palmilla

Avanti Legacy at Sienna Palms

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Ka'Anali Apartments

Edinburg Place Apartments

Vista De Palmas
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Midtown Weslaco

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1302 Quitaca Dr, Unit B copy

1302 Quitaca Dr

Amistad Apartments

Santa Anna

Hacienda San Miguel

1814 E Iowa Rd

2101 Taxco Ct

2122 Taxco Ct, Unit 3

15 Downing Ave
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15 Texas

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8 E St

7 Alexander Dumas Dr W

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802-C Texas Blvd

10 Villa Dr

7 South Expressway 281

10 Wynn Dr
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Elsa, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Elsa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elsa Studio Apartments | $700 | $700 | $700 |
| Elsa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $799 | $380 | $1,400 |
| Elsa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $956 | $461 | $1,600 |
| Elsa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,213 | $539 | $1,650 |
| Elsa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,177 | $1,177 | $1,177 |
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Cheapest Available Elsa Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Elsa, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at La Stella Independent Senior Living in the Los Lagos neighborhood priced from $380. La Palmilla in the Los Lagos neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $383. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Elsa apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Stella Independent Senior Living | A3 | 1BR,2BA | $380 |
| La Palmilla | 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $383 |
| Sterling Oak Apartments | SO - 1 X 1 | 1BR,1BA | $595 |
| Ka'Anali Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $599 |
| Edinburg Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom Sm | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Vista De Palmas | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $669 |
| University Apartments | A1 | Studio,1BA | $678 |
| West Oak Apartments | WO - Unit 1x1 B | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Live Oak Apartments | LO-Unit Type A (upstairs) | 2BR,1BA | $695 |
| Albores Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $699 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elsa, TX and Nearby
As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Elsa area is the $0.75 price per square foot Townhouse Style Apartment Model at 1814 E Iowa Rd in the in the Los Lagos neighborhood starting from $900. The second greatest value Elsa apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Avanti East Apartments starting at $960 with a $0.90 price per square foot in the Los Lagos neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elsa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1814 E Iowa Rd | Townhouse Style Apartment | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.75 |
| Avanti East Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.90 |
| Rock Ridge | 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.85 |
| The Galilean Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.92 |
| West Oak Apartments | WO - Unit 1x1 B | 1BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| Albores Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| La Palmilla | 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $0.54 |
| Ka'Anali Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| Sterling Oak Apartments | SO - 1 X 1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.85 |
| La Stella Independent Senior Living | A3 | 1BR,2BA | $0.58 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Elsa Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Elsa Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Elsa Apartment is $380 at La Stella Independent Senior Living.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Elsa Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Elsa is starting from $461 at La Stella Independent Senior Living.
What is the most affordable Elsa Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Elsa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at La Palmilla and starts from $539.
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