1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Santa Elena, TX (28 Rentals)

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Vista De Palmas
1 Bedroom Apartments

Vista De Palmas

1415 W Freddy Gonzalez DrEdinburg, TX 78539
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Dove Cove Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Dove Cove Apartments

1600 W Dove AveMcAllen, TX 78504
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Woodland Estates
1 Bedroom Apartments

Woodland Estates

2911 W Kenwood StEdinburg, TX 78541
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Santa Elena, TX Local Guide

Largest Available Santa Elena and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Elena, TX is found at Peppertree in the Northgate Crossing neighborhood and is 875 square feet priced from $819. La Sienna Apartments has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 873 square feet and currently listed start at $944. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Santa Elena:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Peppertree1X1.5875 Sq Ft$819
La Sienna ApartmentsA3873 Sq Ft$944
The Village1 Bed 1 Bath787 Sq Ft$1,200
Rock Ridge1 bedroom757 Sq Ft$795
Palms Apartments1 Bed756 Sq Ft$700
Residence at Edinburg II1X1754 Sq Ft$1,019
McIntyre Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath750 Sq Ft$725
Devon PlaceA1722 Sq Ft$1,129
La Villa De AltonA1710 Sq Ft$373
Palma Vista1BR0 Sq Ft$850

Cheapest Available Santa Elena and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of June 19, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Elena, TX is the A1 Model starting from $373 at La Villa De Alton in the West Sharyland neighborhood. The second most affordable Santa Elena 1 Bedroom is the 1 BR Model at Reypres Villas starting at $575 in the Doffing neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Santa Elena is currently $940. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Santa Elena:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
La Villa De AltonA1$373
Reypres Villas1 BR$575
Hibiscus Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath$656
Vista De PalmasA1$669
Edinburg Place Apartments1 Bedroom Large$675
Palms Apartments1 Bed$700
Valley Island Palms Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath$700
Ash Tree Apartments1X1$719
McIntyre Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath$725
Peppertree1X1$739

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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 La Villa De Alton listed at $373.

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 $940.

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 875 square feet unit starting from $819 at Peppertree.

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 683 sq ft.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.