
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Elsa, TX from $300 (46 Rentals)
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12 Eva St

6 Sylvia Handy Dr

La Palmilla

La Stella Independent Senior Living

Avanti Legacy at Sienna Palms

Sterling Oak Apartments

Ka'Anali Apartments

Edinburg Place Apartments
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Sugar North

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1100 E Santa Rosa Ave

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Pike Plaza

Avanti East Apartments

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Rock Ridge

Keystone Apartments

La Herencia Apartments

The Galilean Apartments

Midtown Weslaco

La Estancia Apartments
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1302 Quitaca Dr, Unit B copy

1302 Quitaca Dr

Amistad Apartments

Santa Anna

Hacienda San Miguel

1814 E Iowa Rd

El Paraiso Apartments
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300 S 1st St

Vista De Palmas

14 E St

10 Wynn Dr

Primrose Village Apartments

4 S 10th St

10 Martinez St

4012 Ventura Ave

Union Square Apartments
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1212 Shavano Dr
Elsa, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Elsa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elsa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $785 | $356 | $1,400 |
| Elsa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $958 | $432 | $1,600 |
| Elsa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,215 | $504 | $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 Palmilla in the Los Lagos neighborhood priced from $356. La Stella Independent Senior Living in the Los Lagos neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $380. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Elsa apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Palmilla | 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $356 |
| La Stella Independent Senior Living | A3 | 1BR,2BA | $380 |
| 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 | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Palms Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Valley Island Palms Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| “West Oak Apartments – Large 1 & 2-Bedroom Homes Near Everything!” | WO - Unit 1x1 B | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| McIntyre Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Sugar North | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elsa, TX and Nearby
As of April 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 2 Bed 1072sf Model at Landing at San Felipe starting at $1,037 with a $0.97 price per square foot . 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 |
| Landing at San Felipe | 2 Bed 1072sf | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Avanti East Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.87 |
| Rock Ridge | 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.85 |
| Sangria Sunset Villas | Unit Type B-SS | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.91 |
| “West Oak Apartments – Large 1 & 2-Bedroom Homes Near Everything!” | WO - Unit 1x1 B | 1BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| McIntyre Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| La Palmilla | 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $0.50 |
| Ka'Anali Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| 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 $356 at La Palmilla.
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 $432 at La Palmilla.
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 $504.
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