
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Santa Elena, TX (36 Rentals)


The Village

Texan Ranch Apartments

Residence at Edinburg

Terrica Urban Living

La Sienna Apartments

Lakeview Apartments

Palma Vista

McIntyre Apartments

Devon Place
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Crossings Apartments

Greenpoint Urban Living

Edinburg Place Apartments

Las Violetas Town Home Apartments

Rock Ridge

Valley Island Palms Apartments

Palms Apartments

Heritage Square

Bella Vista

Reypres Villas
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Pompeo Village

Ash Tree Apartments

Dove Cove Apartments

Avanti West

1001 Lexington Cir

Hibiscus Apartments

La Esperanza Del Rio Apartments

Vista De Palmas

La Villa De Alton
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Vintage Square Apartments, McAllen, TX

Woodland Estates

4012 Ventura Ave

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Orchid Place Apartments

Union Square Apartments
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Elena?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Elena Studio Apartments | $738 | $550 | $797 |
| Santa Elena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $954 | $316 | $1,500 |
| Santa Elena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,147 | $453 | $2,000 |
| Santa Elena 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,382 | $516 | $2,255 |
| Santa Elena 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,433 | $2,350 | $2,576 |
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Largest Available Santa Elena and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Elena, TX is found at Vintage Square Apartments, McAllen, TX in the Meadow Ridge neighborhood and is 1,072 square feet priced from $900. Las Violetas Town Home Apartments in the Los Lagos neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 940 square feet and currently listed start at $725. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Santa Elena:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vintage Square Apartments, McAllen, TX | 1B1B | 1,072 Sq Ft | $900 |
| Las Violetas Town Home Apartments | townhome | 940 Sq Ft | $725 |
| Heritage Square | 1B | 890 Sq Ft | $755 |
| Peppertree | 1X1.5 | 875 Sq Ft | $759 |
| La Sienna Apartments | A3 | 873 Sq Ft | $1,045 |
| Terrica Urban Living | A3 | 839 Sq Ft | $1,215 |
| The Village | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment with a Private P... | 787 Sq Ft | $1,200 |
| Palms Apartments | 1 Bed | 756 Sq Ft | $700 |
| Residence at Edinburg | 1X1 | 754 Sq Ft | $999 |
| Palma Vista | 1BR | 0 Sq Ft | $995 |
Cheapest Available Santa Elena and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of March 15, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Elena, TX is the 1 BR Model starting from $600 at Reypres Villas in the Doffing neighborhood. The second most affordable Santa Elena 1 Bedroom is the 1A Model at Heritage Square starting at $630 in the Los Lagos neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Santa Elena is currently $954. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Santa Elena:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Reypres Villas | 1 BR | $600 |
| Heritage Square | 1A | $630 |
| Peppertree | 1X1 | $699 |
| Palms Apartments | 1 Bed | $700 |
| Greenpoint Urban Living | Efficiency | $700 |
| Las Violetas Town Home Apartments | townhome | $725 |
| McIntyre Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $725 |
| Ash Tree Apartments | 1X1 | $814 |
| Bella Vista | A1-60% | $831 |
| Lakeview Apartments | l 1 br | $895 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Santa Elena Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Santa Elena with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Santa Elena is at Reypres Villas listed at $600.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Santa Elena Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Santa Elena is $954.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Santa Elena Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Santa Elena is a 1,072 square feet unit starting from $900 at Vintage Square Apartments, McAllen, TX.
What is the average size for Santa Elena 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Santa Elena is currently 697 sq ft.
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