
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Pines Neighborhood of Lubbock, TX from $400 (45 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the University Pines area of Lubbock.


The Boulders at Lakeridge

Courtyards by the Lake

7402 Waco Ave, Unit B

The Preserve at Prairie Pointe

Aurora Flats

Stonelake Apartment Homes

7406 Waco Ave

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Waterside Village

San Remy

Crest at Cooper

7409 Waco Ave

2113 S Loop 289

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Southview Village

Wyndham Apartments

Falcons Nest

Village Square

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Coachlight Of Lubbock

Falcon Cove Townhomes

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The Loft Apartments

1303 65th St

Courtyard Villas

7407 Waco Ave

2035 63rd St

6518 Avenue S

7410 Quaker Ave

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1508 82nd St

The Pavilion

1512 82nd St

Greenwood Cove Apartments

1312 65th Dr

Parkview Place Apartments

7404 Avenue W

914 82nd St
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University Pines, Lubbock, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Pines?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Pines Studio Apartments | $1,129 | $789 | $1,799 |
| University Pines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $884 | $665 | $1,580 |
| University Pines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,083 | $477 | $3,295 |
| University Pines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,486 | $541 | $3,495 |
| University Pines 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,900 | $1,900 | $1,900 |
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There are currently 45 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the University Pines Neighborhood of Lubbock, TX.
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Cheapest Available University Pines Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Pines area of Lubbock, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at The Boulders at Lakeridge priced from $665. 7410 Quaker Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable University Pines apartments for rent in Lubbock, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Boulders at Lakeridge | R1 Floor Plan | 1BR,1BA | $665 |
| 7410 Quaker Ave | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| The Preserve at Prairie Pointe | The Nest | 1BR,1BA | $705 |
| Courtyards by the Lake | One Bedroom Large | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Stonelake Apartment Homes | E | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| San Remy | The Lavender | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
| Crest at Cooper | Lennox | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| The Pavilion | Renovated 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Reserves at South Plains | B2-50% | 2BR,2BA | $863 |
| Waterside Village | 2 bedroom / 2 bathroom - standard | 2BR,2BA | $865 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Pines, TX
As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Pines area is the $0.86 price per square foot 2 bedroom / 2 bathroom - standard Model at Waterside Village in the in the South Lubbock neighborhood starting from $865. The second greatest value University Pines apartment is the LG2BR Model at Greenwood Apartments A starting at $1,100 with a $1.09 price per square foot in the University Pines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Pines apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterside Village | 2 bedroom / 2 bathroom - standard | 2BR,2BA | $0.86 |
| Greenwood Apartments A | LG2BR | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| Reserves at South Plains | B2-MKT | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| The Preserve at Prairie Pointe | The Gateway | 2BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| Aurora Flats | C | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| San Remy | The Lavender | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Crest at Cooper | Lennox | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| The Boulders at Lakeridge | T Floor Plan | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Courtyards by the Lake | One Bedroom Large | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| 7410 Quaker Ave | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Pines Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University Pines?
The cheapest apartment in University Pines is The Boulders at Lakeridge which is listed at $665, while the average apartment in University Pines costs $1,900.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University Pines?
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 10 regular apartments in University Pines 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 University Pines?
Cheap apartments in University Pines have an average cost of $229 which is $1,671 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Pines.
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