1421 W Madison Ave
HarlingenTX78550
Cheap Homes for Rent near Santa Maria, TX from $685 (15 Rentals)
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13 N Palmera Dr
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501 W Pierce Ave
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498 Yolanda St
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117 Los Platanos St
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1626 Playa Dr, Unit 2
1626 Playa Dr
WeslacoTX78596
1634 Playa Dr, Unit 4
1634 Playa Dr
WeslacoTX78596
12 Gabriella Dr
WeslacoTX78599
3808 Bella Costa Dr, Unit 2
3808 Bella Costa Dr
WeslacoTX78596
1501 S Airport Dr
WeslacoTX78596
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27 Minnie Ave
DonnaTX78537
2604 Mockingbird Rd
WeslacoTX78596
13 N Vermont Ave
MercedesTX78570
602 N Victoria Rd
DonnaTX78537
21 W 3rd St
WeslacoTX78596
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Santa Maria, TX Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Santa Maria?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Maria 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,316 | $900 | $1,795 |
| Santa Maria 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,606 | $900 | $2,300 |
| Santa Maria 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,200 | $1,600 | $3,000 |
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Cheapest Available Santa Maria Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Santa Maria, TX is a 4 Beds unit found at Sunrise priced from $477. Mercedes Apartments in the Donna Weslaco Mercedes neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $625. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Santa Maria apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunrise | D2-30 | 4BR,3BA | $477 |
| Mercedes Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
| University Apartments | A1 | Studio,1BA | $678 |
| St. James Apartments | 1-1 (1st-2nd-3rd floor) | 1BR,2BA | $690 |
| Pike Plaza | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Maria, TX and Nearby
As of August 30, 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 D2-50 Model at Sunrise starting at $873 with a $0.59 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Santa Maria apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palm Court Townhomes | Townhouse | 3BR,3BA | $0.97 |
| Sunrise | D2-50 | 4BR,3BA | $0.59 |
| Domain Luxury Townhomes | Domain | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.93 |
| Palms Cabanas | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Sangria Sunset Villas | REMOD 2bdrm | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.01 |
| Willow Ridge Apartments | 1 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 1BR,1.5BA | $0.79 |
| 405 Lion's Villa AV | 405 Lions Villa | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.01 |
| Live Oak Apartments | LO-Remod Unit Type B | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| La Herencia Apartments | 2 Beds, 1.5 baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.00 |
| Mercedes Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Santa Maria?
There are currently 53 Apartments for Rent in Santa Maria, TX with pricing that ranges from $373 to $1,674. There are also 42 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Santa Maria ranging from $685 to $3,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Santa Maria?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Santa Maria ranges from $685 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,572.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Santa Maria?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Santa Maria range from $434 to $1,674, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $900 to $2,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $477.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.
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Written by: Robin Stewart
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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.
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