Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southgate Neighborhood of Lubbock, TX from $400 (20 Rentals)

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1512 82nd St

LubbockTX79423
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Le Bass Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Le Bass Apartments

6512 Avenue RLubbock, TX 79412
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Village Square
2 Bedroom Apartments

Village Square

6517 Avenue TLubbock, TX 79412
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5005 Avenue W
2 Bedroom Apartments

5005 Avenue W

5005 Avenue WLubbock, TX 79412
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504 81st St

LubbockTX79404
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1312 65th Dr
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1312 65th Dr

1312 65th DrLubbock, TX 79412

Southgate, Lubbock, TX Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cottonwood Apartments1/11BR,1BA$615
Brickstone VillasThe Clydesdale2BR,2BA$1,100
Reserves at South PlainsC3-60%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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Reserves at South PlainsC3-60%3BR,2BA$1.01
Brickstone VillasThe Clydesdale2BR,2BA$1.04
2107 49th St, Unit B2107 49th St2BR,1BA$0.88
6128 Avenue R Ave6128 Avenue R Ave1BR,1BA$1.12
Cottonwood Apartments1/11BR,1BA$1.17

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Southgate, Lubbock, TX

Ranked #27

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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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

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

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Lubbock Student Life: A Local Experts Guide to Top Neighborhoods to Rent Near Tech and Other Local Campuses

Written by: Tiffany Clark

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

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