
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Pines Neighborhood of Lubbock, TX from $400 (53 Rentals)
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1802 66th St, Unit 2

Courtyards by the Lake

7303 Avenue X, Unit 105

7303 Avenue X, Unit 101

Waterside Village

7402 Waco Ave, Unit D

7402 Avenue X

The Enclave

1310 65th Dr
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Falcons Nest

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Village Square

Falcon Cove Townhomes

1101 65th St

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The Loft Apartments

1303 65th St

Boulders At Lakeridge

7405 Waco Ave

Courtyard Villas

7410 Quaker Ave

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Indian Creek Apartments

6909-6918 Fremont Ave

The Pavilion
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Greenwood Cove Apartments

1312 65th Dr

6108 Avenue W

Parkview Place Apartments

7405 Avenue X

2005 S Loop 289

7410 Avenue X

8601 Memphis Dr

914 82nd St

7501 Avenue W
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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 | $909 | $864 | $974 |
| University Pines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $915 | $685 | $1,290 |
| University Pines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,072 | $488 | $3,295 |
| University Pines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,492 | $553 | $2,395 |
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There are currently 53 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 Boulders At Lakeridge priced from $650. Courtyards by the Lake has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $685. Here are the most affordable University Pines apartments for rent in Lubbock, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boulders At Lakeridge | ip | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Courtyards by the Lake | One Bedroom Small | 1BR,1BA | $685 |
| 7410 Quaker Ave | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| San Remy | The Lavender | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
| Waterside Village | 2 bedroom / 2 bathroom - standard | 2BR,2BA | $825 |
| The Preserve at Prairie Pointe | The Retreat | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| The Pavilion | Renovated 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| The Enclave | Dublin | 1BR,1BA | $870 |
| Aurora Flats | C | 2BR,2BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Pines, TX
As of August 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Pines area is the $0.82 price per square foot Plan 1818 Model at Del Estrado Townhomes in the in the South Lubbock neighborhood starting from $1,499. The second greatest value University Pines apartment is the C3-MKT Model at Reserves at South Plains starting at $1,337 with a $1.12 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Del Estrado Townhomes | Plan 1818 | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.82 |
| Reserves at South Plains | C3-MKT | 3BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| Boulders At Lakeridge | c | 3BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Waterside Village | 2 bedroom / 2 bathroom - WD upgraded | 2BR,2BA | $0.89 |
| Greenwood Apartments A | LG2BR | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| Crest at Cooper | Stetson | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.05 |
| The Preserve at Prairie Pointe | The Gateway | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Aurora Flats | C | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| San Remy | The Lavender | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| 1802 66th St, Unit 2 | 1802 66th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
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2.5Pet Friendly
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 Boulders At Lakeridge which is listed at $650, while the average apartment in University Pines costs $949.
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 4 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 $208 which is $741 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Pines.
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