
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Santa Elena, TX (50 Rentals)


La Sienna Apartments

La Villa De Alton

Shary Manor

The Crossing at Bentsen Palm

Colgate Crossings

Devon Place

Greenpoint Urban Living

Valley Island Palms Apartments

Pueblo de Paz Apartments
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Bella Vista

Silver Spur Apartments

The Village

Villas on Ware

Belterra at Tres Lagos

Avanti West

1008 W La Pointe Ave

1012 W La Pointe Ave

900 N Kentucky St

4304 W Rogers Rd
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14 E Rogers Rd

20 Via Sol Dr

4 Rio Red Cir

14 N Sugar Bear Dr

12 N Playa Del Sol St

9 Fairway Dr

21 Chalk Rdg Dr

13 Cascada Bnd Rd

5716 River Rd

10 Kurth Cv
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19 Lost Creek Ln

16 Diamond Head Ave

21 Westcave Falls Ln

30 Westcave Falls Ln

13 Gorman Fls Rd

14025 Westcave Falls Ln

40 Ensenada Ave

1212 Shavano Dr

3404-3408 Golden Nugget

307 W Diamondhead Ave
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5705 Quail Ave

Duke Ave

La Esperanza Del Rio Apartments

La Esperanza De Alton- Income Restricted

Union Square Apartments

Vintage Square Apartments, McAllen, TX

Regency at Nora Townhomes

Orchid Place Apartments

Woodland Estates

Vista De Palmas
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Santa Elena, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Elena?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Elena Studio Apartments | $757 | $550 | $847 |
| Santa Elena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $877 | $316 | $1,500 |
| Santa Elena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,101 | $453 | $2,000 |
| Santa Elena 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,255 | $516 | $1,900 |
| Santa Elena 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,595 | $1,595 | $1,595 |
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Largest Available Santa Elena and Nearby 3 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Elena, TX is found at Vintage Square Apartments, McAllen, TX in the Meadow Ridge neighborhood and is 1,814 square feet priced from $1,500. Colgate Crossings has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,600 square feet and currently listed start at $1,750. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Santa Elena:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vintage Square Apartments, McAllen, TX | 3B2B | 1,814 Sq Ft | $1,500 |
| Colgate Crossings | New Unit | 1,600 Sq Ft | $1,750 |
| Belterra at Tres Lagos | Bahia | 1,485 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
| Villas on Ware | Allegrini | 1,378 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
| Devon Place | C1 | 1,283 Sq Ft | $1,399 |
| Bella Vista | C2-60% | 1,231 Sq Ft | $979 |
| Avanti West | C3 | 1,219 Sq Ft | $1,136 |
| The Village | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 1,214 Sq Ft | $1,900 |
| Greenpoint Urban Living | B-3 | 1,208 Sq Ft | $1,395 |
| Texan Ranch Apartments | Double wide Mobile Home | 1,000 Sq Ft | $1,247 |
Cheapest Available Santa Elena and Nearby 3 Bedroom Apartments
As of June 23, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Elena, TX is the C1 Model starting from $473 at La Villa De Alton in the West Sharyland neighborhood. The second most affordable Santa Elena 3 Bedroom is the 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at Valley Island Palms Apartments starting at $900 in the Los Lagos neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Santa Elena is currently $1,255. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Santa Elena:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| La Villa De Alton | C1 | $473 |
| Valley Island Palms Apartments | 3 Beds, 2 baths | $900 |
| Pueblo de Paz Apartments | Home Sweet Home! Limited Time only $99 1st Mont... | $961 |
| Bella Vista | C2-60% | $979 |
| Avanti West | C3 | $1,136 |
| Vintage Square Apartments, McAllen, TX | 3B2B | $1,200 |
| Texan Ranch Apartments | Double wide Mobile Home | $1,247 |
| Shary Manor | S3X2 | $1,300 |
| The Crossing at Bentsen Palm | 305 Cresta | $1,325 |
| Greenpoint Urban Living | B-3 | $1,395 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Santa Elena Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Santa Elena with 3 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Santa Elena is at La Villa De Alton listed at $473.
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Santa Elena Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Santa Elena is $1,255.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Santa Elena Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Santa Elena is a 1,814 square feet unit starting from $1,500 at Vintage Square Apartments, McAllen, TX.
What is the average size for Santa Elena 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Santa Elena is currently 1,130 sq ft.
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