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Granada Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Granada Apartments

651 W Stenger StSan Benito, TX 78586

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Sunland Country
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Sunland Country

502 South Ed Carey DrHarlingen, TX 78552
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1801 Atrium Place Dr
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1801 Atrium Place Dr

1801 Atrium Place DrHarlingen, TX 78550
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Santa Maria, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available Santa Maria Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Santa Maria, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Sterling Oak Apartments in the Donna Weslaco Mercedes neighborhood priced from $595. Mercedes Apartments in the Donna Weslaco Mercedes neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Santa Maria apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sterling Oak ApartmentsSO - 1 X 11BR,1BA$595
Mercedes Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$600
La Herencia Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$680
Avanti Legacy at Sienna PalmsA1-501BR,1BA$682
West Oak ApartmentsWO - Unit 1x1 B1BR,1BA$725
Sunshine Village Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath Extended1BR,1BA$760
Pike Plaza1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$775
Oak Terrace Apartments1 bedroom/1bath1BR,1BA$775
Stone Oak ApartmentsStone Oak - Unit 1x11BR,1BA$795
Keystone ApartmentsA1BR,1BA$799

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Maria, TX and Nearby

As of April 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Santa Maria area is the $0.97 price per square foot Townhouse Model at Palm Court Townhomes in the starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Santa Maria apartment is the D2-60 Model at Sunrise starting at $1,169 with a $0.79 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Santa Maria apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Palm Court TownhomesTownhouse3BR,3BA$0.97
SunriseD2-604BR,3BA$0.79
Palms Cabanas2x22BR,2BA$1.00
Sangria Sunset VillasUnit Type B-SS2BR,1.5BA$0.91
Willow Ridge Apartments1 Beds, 1.5 Baths1BR,1.5BA$0.79
St. James Apartments2-2 (1st-2nd floor)2BR,2BA$0.89
405 Lion's Villa AV405 Lions Villa2BR,1.5BA$1.01
West Oak ApartmentsWO - Unit 1x1 B1BR,1BA$0.91
Mercedes Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$0.93
Sterling Oak ApartmentsDownstairs SO 1X11BR,1BA$0.99

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Santa Maria Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Santa Maria Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Santa Maria Apartment is $595 at Sterling Oak Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Santa Maria Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Santa Maria is starting from $700 at Mercedes Apartments.

What is the most affordable Santa Maria Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Santa Maria Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at La Herencia Apartments and starts from $880.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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