
Cheap Homes for Rent in Tyler, TX from $500 (36 Rentals)
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1523 W 2nd St

1643 Elk River Rd, Unit Room #1

808 S Robertson Ave

1925 Cotten Rd, Unit c

1937 Cotten Rd, Unit G

1941 Cotten Rd

1937 Cotten Rd

1935 Cotten Rd
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2026 N Ross Ave

1927 Cotten Rd

518 W Charnwood St

514 S Bois D Arc Ave

1943 Cotten Rd, Unit C

2003 N Grand Ave, Unit (Left Side)

625 Augusta Ave

11488 TX-248 Spur

420 1/2 E Hudson St
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307 Hunter St

1428 Sunset Dr

18025 Loring Ln

201 W Phillips St

2815 W Shaw St

9951 FM 346

307 W Main St

1806 W Oakwood St

10471 Sunny Mdws Blvd
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10323 County Rd 2301

12455 Cimmarron Dr

1807 County Rd 27

1801 County Rd 27

6931 Brown St

416 E 8th St

13295 County Rd 2175

10251 Shadow Wood Cir

203 Memory Ln
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Tyler?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyler 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,446 | $625 | $4,000 |
| Tyler 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,877 | $1,095 | $4,500 |
| Tyler 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,449 | $1,550 | $4,000 |
| Tyler 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,150 | $3,150 | $3,150 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Tyler, TX
Pricing Updated: 08/01/2026Current apartment rentals in the Tyler, TX area range in price from $675 to $2,250 with an overall median price of $1,875. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Tyler Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown | $1,875 | $675 | 10 |
Cheapest Available Tyler Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Tyler, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Moore Grocery Lofts in the Downtown neighborhood priced from $488. Lake View Apartments 55+ Older Senior Living in the Downtown neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $591. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Tyler apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moore Grocery Lofts | 1x1 30%B | 1BR,1BA | $488 |
| Lake View Apartments 55+ Older Senior Living | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $591 |
| Finley Apartment Homes | A2a | 1BR,1BA | $790 |
| Cypress Flats | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| Marabella Apartment Homes | A22 | 1BR,1BA | $815 |
| The Rose on Sybil | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $839 |
| The Parker Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $849 |
| Laurel Flats | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $862 |
| The Ridge | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $864 |
| Town Village South Apartments | The Pine | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tyler, TX
As of August 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Tyler area is the $1.13 price per square foot Westwood Village - 22 Model at 12750 County Road 1254 in the starting from $1,625. The second greatest value Tyler apartment is the Three Bedroom/ Two Bath Model at Lake Park Duplexes starting at $1,625 with a $1.16 price per square foot in the Downtown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Tyler apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12750 County Road 1254 | Westwood Village - 22 | 3BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Lake Park Duplexes | Three Bedroom/ Two Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| Fannin Meadows | Real Deal | 3BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Southwest Pines | 3 Bed, 2 Bath (60% Income Restricted) | 3BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| Lake View Apartments 55+ Older Senior Living | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.57 |
| Town Parc At Tyler | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.01 |
| 637 S Chilton Ave, Unit 637 Chilton Apt B | 637 S Chilton Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| The Parker Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| The Rose on Sybil | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Finley Apartment Homes | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Tyler
What type of rentals are currently available in Tyler?
There are currently 221 Apartments for Rent in Tyler, TX with pricing that ranges from $488 to $5,861. There are also 212 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Tyler ranging from $595 to $4,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Tyler?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Tyler ranges from $595 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,643.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Tyler?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Tyler range from $1,135 to $3,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,095 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,550 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,443.
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.