
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southgate Neighborhood of Lubbock, TX from $400 (44 Rentals)
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5005 Avenue W, Unit 3

5005 Avenue W, Unit 12

2101 51st St, Unit A3

Cottonwood Apartments

1317 52nd St

1307 53rd St

The Preserve at Prairie Pointe
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1717 47th St

2119 S Loop 289

1511 52nd St

1602 58th St

1602 58th St, Unit A

7306 Avenue W, Unit A

7801 Avenue X

519 45th St
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1322 82nd St

526 46th St

Southview Village

2101 51st St

Village Square

Le Bass Apartments

Falcon Cove Townhomes

Terrace Apartments - All Bills Paid
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1119 46th St

1101 65th St

4511 Avenue G

1303 65th St

7405 Waco Ave

1718 46th St

Autumn Ridge Apartments

705 47th St
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1512 82nd St

713 47th St

703 47th St

1933 66th St

1312 65th Dr

7404 Avenue W

4606 Avenue C

7206 Avenue W
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2103 S Loop 289

7501 Avenue W

914 82nd St

2113 S Loop 289
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 | $989 | $989 | $989 |
| Southgate 1 Bedroom Apartments | $906 | $615 | $1,588 |
| Southgate 2 Bedroom Apartments | $945 | $488 | $1,300 |
| Southgate 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,227 | $553 | $1,600 |
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There are currently 44 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 3 Beds unit found at Reserves at South Plains priced from $553. Cottonwood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $615. Here are the most affordable Southgate apartments for rent in Lubbock, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reserves at South Plains | C3-30% | 3BR,2BA | $553 |
| Cottonwood Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $615 |
| The Preserve at Prairie Pointe | The Nest | 1BR,1BA | $760 |
| Southview Village | 2 bedroom / 2 bathroom - without yard | 2BR,2BA | $899 |
| Brickstone Villas | The Stallion | 1BR,1BA | $933 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southgate, TX
As of July 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southgate area is the $1.18 price per square foot B2-MKT Model at Reserves at South Plains in the in the University Pines neighborhood starting from $1,158. The second greatest value Southgate apartment is the 2 bedroom / 2 bathroom - small yard Model at Southview Village starting at $949 with a $1.19 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 | B2-MKT | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Southview Village | 2 bedroom / 2 bathroom - small yard | 2BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| Brickstone Villas | The Stallion | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| The Preserve at Prairie Pointe | The Nest | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Cottonwood Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southgate Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southgate Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southgate Apartment is $615 at Cottonwood Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southgate Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southgate is starting from $650 at Cottonwood Apartments.
What is the most affordable Southgate Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Southgate Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Reserves at South Plains and starts from $553.
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