
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southgate Neighborhood of Lubbock, TX from $400 (20 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Southgate area of Lubbock.


Cottonwood Apartments

1305 53rd St
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6518 Temple Ave

1512 82nd St

521 45th St
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1636 58th St

2308 74th St

1310 54th St
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504 81st St
Southgate, Lubbock, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southgate?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southgate Studio Apartments | $1,499 | $1,499 | $1,499 |
| Southgate 1 Bedroom Apartments | $786 | $615 | $925 |
| Southgate 2 Bedroom Apartments | $870 | $477 | $1,158 |
| Southgate 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,116 | $541 | $1,800 |
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There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southgate Neighborhood of Lubbock, TX.
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Cheapest Available Southgate Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southgate area of Lubbock, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Cottonwood Apartments priced from $615. Brickstone Villas has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here are the most affordable Southgate apartments for rent in Lubbock, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cottonwood Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $615 |
| Brickstone Villas | The Clydesdale | 2BR,2BA | $1,100 |
| Reserves at South Plains | C3-60% | 3BR,2BA | $1,210 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southgate, TX
As of November 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southgate area is the $1.01 price per square foot C3-60% Model at Reserves at South Plains in the in the University Pines neighborhood starting from $1,210. The second greatest value Southgate apartment is the The Clydesdale Model at Brickstone Villas starting at $1,100 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the University Pines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southgate apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reserves at South Plains | C3-60% | 3BR,2BA | $1.01 |
| Brickstone Villas | The Clydesdale | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| 2107 49th St, Unit B | 2107 49th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.88 |
| 6128 Avenue R Ave | 6128 Avenue R Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Cottonwood Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouthgate, Lubbock, TX
Ranked #27
Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Southgate Neighborhood in Lubbock, TX
Walk Score®
20 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
31 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
2 / 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 Southgate Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southgate?
The cheapest apartment in Southgate is Cottonwood Apartments which is listed at $615, while the average apartment in Southgate costs $1,499.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southgate?
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 regular apartments in Southgate 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 Southgate?
Cheap apartments in Southgate have an average cost of $255 which is $1,244 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southgate.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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If you're planning to go to college in Lubbock, Texas, (or send your kiddo that way), I promise you won't go wrong with choosing this far-west little city in the Lone Star State.

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