
Cheap Homes for Rent in Smith County, TX from $650 (52 Rentals)
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2001 N Grand Ave

1526 County Rd 1128

1941 Cotten Rd

514 S Bois D Arc Ave

2026 1/2 N Ross Ave

1935 Cotten Rd

1921 Cotten Rd

502 S Fannin Ave

1629 W Mims St
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11662 W First Ave

1523 S Robertson Ave

3619 Glenda Ave

1535 N Tenneha Ave

201 W Phillips St

420 S Spring Ave

11618 W First Ave

19088 CR 4116

307 W Main St

11571 19th Ave
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4222 S Park Dr

6978 County Rd 381

10840 High Mesa Trl

15122 CR195

819 W 25th St

825 W 25th St

1801 County Rd 27

18060 County Road 1100

302 Hollis St

6931 Brown St
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718 S Vine Ave, Unit A

2215 N Palace Ave

128 1/2 Rowland Pl

19848 CR 4145

11797 Cherokee Way

429 W Vance St

1016 S Bennett Ave

10251 Shadow Wood Cir

22404 Matins Ln

20048 County Rd 4118
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1118 E Houston St

102 Cook St

405 N Logan Ln

407 N Logan Ln

1214 Brad Cir

11416 County Rd 152 W

12122 Michael St

2881 TX-110

11227 I-20

203 Parklane Dr
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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 | $1,245 | $795 | $1,750 |
| Smith County 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,781 | $1,000 | $4,500 |
| Smith County 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,392 | $1,200 | $3,800 |
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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 $591. Finley Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $690. 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 | $591 |
| Finley Apartment Homes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $690 |
| The Evergreens | The Maple | 1BR,1BA | $782 |
| Marabella Apartment Homes | A12 | 1BR,1BA | $785 |
| The Rose on Sybil | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $802 |
| River Oaks Apartments | Oak | 1BR,1BA | $829 |
| Rosewood Senior Villas | A2-2HCO-50 | 1BR,1BA | $843 |
| Cypress Flats | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $849 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Smith County, TX
As of September 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Smith County area is the $0.92 price per square foot TRU Oak Model at Fannin Meadows in the starting from $1,443. The second greatest value Smith County apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Lake View Apartments 55+ Older Senior Living starting at $591 with a $0.57 price per square foot in the Downtown neighborhood. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fannin Meadows | TRU Oak | 4BR,2BA | $0.92 |
| Lake View Apartments 55+ Older Senior Living | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.57 |
| Town Parc At Tyler | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.01 |
| 310 S Industrial St, Unit 3 | 310 S Industrial St | 3BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| West 25th Street 819 Duplex | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| N Palace Ave 2215 Duplex | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| West 25th Street 825 Duplex | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Saige Meadows | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| 513 S Industrial St, Unit 2 | 513 S Industrial St | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| 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 235 Apartments for Rent in Smith County, TX with pricing that ranges from $488 to $5,861. There are also 227 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Smith County ranging from $650 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 $650 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,649.
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 $1,000 to $3,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,000 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,443.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
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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