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property at 2220 29th St

2220 29th St

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3615 26th St

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2122 16th St

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property at 1310 53rd St

1310 53rd St

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Lubbock, TX Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Lubbock, TX

Pricing Updated: 08/04/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Lubbock, TX area range in price from $353 to $4,576 with an overall median price of $1,269. The three Lubbock neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Bayless Atkins at $595, Chatman Hill at $376, and Heart Of Lubbock at $376. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Lubbock Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Bayless Atkins$785$59512
Chatman Hill$800$376125
Heart Of Lubbock$825$376171
Slaton Bean$829$376156
Maxey Park$840$399215
South Overton$861$376162
Chatman Park$875$37657
Guadalupe$876$353151
Jackson$885$353146
Claytoncarter$899$353101

Cheapest Available Lubbock Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Lubbock, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Stonebridge at Ironton in the Outer North Inner Loop neighborhood priced from $396. The Que in the Chatman Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $425. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lubbock apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Stonebridge at Ironton1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom A11BR,1BA$396
The QueE1Studio,1BA$425
Centre Suites I4x3.54BR,3BA$500
Crown Ridge Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$525
Birchwood ApartmentsSmall 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | FREE Applica...1BR,1BA$550
WendoverDanburyStudio,1BA$590
The Park1B1BR,1BA$599
Raider LoftsStudioStudio,1BA$599
University Club Apartments1 BR, 1 BA1BR,1BA$599

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lubbock, TX

As of August 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lubbock area is the $0.79 price per square foot Plan 2027 Model at Del Estrado Townhomes in the in the South Lubbock neighborhood starting from $1,599. The second greatest value Lubbock apartment is the 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at Hoff Gardens starting at $1,150 with a $0.74 price per square foot in the Outer North Inner Loop neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lubbock apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Del Estrado TownhomesPlan 20274BR,3BA$0.79
Hoff Gardens3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$0.74
2107 49th St, Unit A2107 49th St3BR,2BA$0.57
716 16th St, Unit A716 16th St3BR,2BA$0.72
The Edge | Student Housing2C2BR,2BA$0.49
708 16th St, Unit A708 16th St3BR,2BA$0.75
The Collective at Lubbock2x2 Townhome2BR,2BA$0.76
2204 35th St, Unit 2204 35th St2204 35th St2BR,1BA$0.86
Stonebridge at Ironton1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom A11BR,1BA$0.50
Crown Ridge Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.85

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Lubbock Overview

If you’ve been eyeing up apartments in Lubbock, TX, you’ll find plenty of attractive options that will suit your needs. The population of Lubbock is around 250,000, giving you ample opportunities for employment, things to do and diverse restaurants to enjoy. The city is known for a low cost of living and Lubbock High School is considered one of the best schools in the nation.

Why live in Lubbock, TX?

There are a number of ways that Lubbock is different in a positive way compared to other US cities. You’ll find it easier to pay your bills and to give your children excellent schooling whether you prefer public or private options. If you’re a sports enthusiast, you’ll enjoy the Texas Tech Red Raiders, a college football team that is part of the Big 12 Conference. Women’s and men’s basketball at Texas Tech are also very popular. Open-air shopping centers abound in Lubbock featuring retailers like the Banana Republic, Talbots and Ann Taylor. Lubbock, TX apartments will put you right in the center of an exciting leisure life.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Lubbock, TX

Ranked #89

Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Lubbock, TX

Walk Score®

38 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

39 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

15 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lubbock Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Lubbock?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lubbock is under $599.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lubbock?

The cheapest apartment in Lubbock is Stonebridge at Ironton which is listed at $396, while the average apartment in Lubbock costs $1,269.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lubbock?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1,395 regular apartments in Lubbock that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Lubbock?

Cheap apartments in Lubbock have an average cost of $447 which is $822 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lubbock.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.