
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Penelope, TX from $372 (45 Rentals)
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The Meadows Apartments

Eleven06 on 35 Apartments

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Sandstone

101 Elm
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The Cove on 21st

The Enclave at the Stadium

The Landing

Highland Cove

Historic Lofts of Waco High

River Park

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RIVERCREST

1114 Chestnut St

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Tinsley Place

Abbey Glenn Apartments

Barrons Branch II

1048 Eagle Canyon Dr

South Terrace

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Prime Properties Waco

19Eleven

Woodhollow Apartments

322 N Lakeview Dr

MB Country Meadow Apartments

Derek Ville

433 HCR 2105 Loop N

441 HCR 2105 Loop N

The Centre
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4692 S Old Dallas Rd

808 Mill St

Walnut Manor Apartments

1114 Chestnut St

718 Rusk St

102 Pecan Dr

1107 Chestnut St

The Madison
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Penelope, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Penelope?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penelope Studio Apartments | $1,260 | $649 | $1,682 |
| Penelope 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,154 | $372 | $3,435 |
| Penelope 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,436 | $699 | $4,145 |
| Penelope 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,306 | $659 | $3,876 |
| Penelope 4 Bedroom Apartments | $936 | $509 | $1,800 |
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Cheapest Available Penelope Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Penelope, TX is a 3 Beds unit found at Barrons Branch II in the Carver neighborhood priced from $619. University Club Apartments in the Carver neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $649. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Penelope apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrons Branch II | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $619 |
| University Club Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $649 |
| South Terrace | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $697 |
| LL Sams Apartments | Standard Loft - 4 BDR, 2 BTH | ONE LEFT | 4BR,2BA | $735 |
| University Edge Waco | Plan E | 4BR,4BA | $745 |
| Villas of Hubbard | 11-60 | 1BR,1BA | $778 |
| Brazos Park Apartments | A-1b1bs | 1BR,1BA | $779 |
| The Meadows Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $803 |
| Prime Properties Waco | 1Bed-1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Sandstone | 1 Bed, 1 Bath A (80% Income Restricted) | 1BR,1BA | $889 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Penelope, TX and Nearby
As of September 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Penelope area is the $0.58 price per square foot D1 Premium Model at The Den in the in the South End neighborhood starting from $835. The second greatest value Penelope apartment is the C1 Model at Elevate starting at $679 with a $0.62 price per square foot in the Carver neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Penelope apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Den | D1 Premium | 4BR,4BA | $0.58 |
| Elevate | C1 | 3BR,3BA | $0.62 |
| River Park | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| University Edge Waco | Plan B | 2BR,2BA | $0.82 |
| Barrons Branch II | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| LL Sams Apartments | Standard Loft - 2 BDR, 1 BTH | VERY LIMITED | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| Historic Lofts of Waco High | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Villas of Hubbard | 11-60 | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| South Terrace | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| University Club Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Penelope Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Penelope Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Penelope Apartment is $649 at University Club Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Penelope Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Penelope is starting from $699 at University Club Apartments.
What is the most affordable Penelope Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Penelope Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Barrons Branch II and starts from $619.
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