
Cheap Homes for Rent in Smith County, TX from $500 (29 Rentals)
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1941 Cotten Rd

514 S Bois D Arc Ave

1526 County Rd 1128

1937 Cotten Rd

1935 Cotten Rd

2026 N Ross Ave
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2026 N Ross Ave

2001 N Grand Ave

2024 N Ross Ave

625 Augusta Ave

1921 Cotten

2003 N Grand Ave, Unit (Left Side), Unit (Left Side)

1428 Sunset Dr
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9951 FM 346

520 S Fannin Ave, Unit 520 Fannin Ave.

9951 FM 346

11571 19th Ave

11618 W First Ave

1800 W Oakwood St

16584 Lakeway Cir
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2004 N Palace Ave

21579 County Rd 2138

19006 County Rd 4104

20048 County Rd 4118

10531 Shadow Wood Cir

22404 Matins Ln

15227 County Rd 1134
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1822 W Oakwood St
Smith County, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Smith County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smith County 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,570 | $1,050 | $2,100 |
| Smith County 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,877 | $1,050 | $4,500 |
| Smith County 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,221 | $1,225 | $3,200 |
| Smith County 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,850 | $1,850 | $1,850 |
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Cheapest Available Smith County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Smith County, TX is a 2 Beds unit found at Lake View Apartments 55+ Older Senior Living in the Downtown neighborhood priced from $557. Granada Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $753. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Smith County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake View Apartments 55+ Older Senior Living | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $557 |
| Granada Apartment Homes | Rose | Studio,1BA | $753 |
| Marabella Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $785 |
| Hazelwood Apartment Homes | S1 | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Brookhollow Tyler Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Nest Apartments | A1 - Classic | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| Hollytree Apartments | Brooke | 1BR,1BA | $840 |
| Cypress Flats | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $855 |
| The Ranch | Knockout | 1BR,1BA | $873 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Smith County, TX
As of May 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Smith County area is the $1.04 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Garden Hill Luxury Apartments in the starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Smith County apartment is the The Real Deal Model at Fannin Meadows starting at $1,399 with a $1.04 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Smith County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garden Hill Luxury Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Fannin Meadows | The Real Deal | 3BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Providence South | 1604 New England Road - 9 | 3BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| 22432 Matins Ln, Unit 22420 | 22432 Matins Ln | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Lake View Apartments 55+ Older Senior Living | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.53 |
| Southwest Pines | 2 Bed, 2 Bath (60% Income Restricted) | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| Finley Apartment Homes | B2a | 2BR,2BA | $0.98 |
| The Rose on Sybil | A3 | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.05 |
| The Ranch | Rambler | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.03 |
| 404 S Industrial St, Unit 1 | 404 S Industrial St | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Smith County
What type of rentals are currently available in Smith County?
There are currently 224 Apartments for Rent in Smith County, TX with pricing that ranges from $464 to $5,215. There are also 190 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Smith County ranging from $550 to $4,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Smith County?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Smith County ranges from $550 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,536.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Smith County?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Smith County range from $629 to $3,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,050 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,225 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,265.
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