
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Neighborhood of Tyler, TX from $400 (21 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown area of Tyler.


Nest Apartments

Moore Grocery Lofts

Southwest Pines

520 S Fannin Ave, Unit 520 Fannin Ave.

Broadstone Apartments

The Wilcox
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Villa Milano Apartments

714 W Bow St

Liberty Arms Apartments

625 Augusta Ave

Laurel Flats

514 S Bois D Arc Ave

Fox Run
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The Residences at Earl Campbell

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Pinnacle at North Chase Apartments

Bois D'arc @ Downtown

1800 W Oakwood St

1822 W Oakwood St
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Downtown, Tyler, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Studio Apartments | $857 | $799 | $1,045 |
| Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,178 | $466 | $2,310 |
| Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,167 | $557 | $2,340 |
| Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,399 | $1,149 | $1,625 |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Neighborhood of Tyler, TX.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown area of Tyler, TX is a 2 Beds unit found at Lake View Apartments 55+ Older Senior Living priced from $557. Nest Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,020. Here are the most affordable Downtown apartments for rent in Tyler, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake View Apartments 55+ Older Senior Living | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $557 |
| Nest Apartments | B1 - Tier 1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,020 |
| Broadstone Apartments | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1,030 |
| Southwest Pines | 2 Bed, 2 Bath (60% Income Restricted) | 2BR,2BA | $1,079 |
| Town Parc At Tyler | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1,184 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown, TX
As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown area is the $0.53 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Lake View Apartments 55+ Older Senior Living in the in the Downtown neighborhood starting from $557. The second greatest value Downtown apartment is the 2 Bed, 2 Bath (60% Income Restricted) Model at Southwest Pines starting at $1,079 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the Downtown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake View Apartments 55+ Older Senior Living | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.53 |
| Southwest Pines | 2 Bed, 2 Bath (60% Income Restricted) | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Town Parc At Tyler | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| Broadstone Apartments | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| The Wilcox | G | 1BR,1BA | $2.56 |
| Nest Apartments | B1 - Tier 1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown, Tyler, TX
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Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown is The Wilcox which is listed at $1,300, while the average apartment in Downtown costs $1,330.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 8 regular apartments in Downtown that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown?
Cheap apartments in Downtown have an average cost of $219 which is $1,111 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown.
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