
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Alta Vista Neighborhood of Waco, TX from $500 (19 Rentals)
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Costa Esmeralda

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The Cove on 21st

Prime Properties Waco

1214 Baylor Ave
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Twenty Twenty Cottages

South Terrace

St. James Place

Peppertree

1421 S 12th St
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19Eleven

1214 Baylor Ave

Bear Colony

Allen Place

2728 Speight Ave

1288 Speight Ave
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1101 Holly Vista St
Alta Vista, Waco, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Alta Vista?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alta Vista 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,224 | $650 | $1,499 |
| Alta Vista 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,453 | $789 | $2,271 |
| Alta Vista 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,320 | $689 | $2,188 |
| Alta Vista 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,376 | $599 | $2,800 |
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Cheapest Available Alta Vista Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Alta Vista area of Waco, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at South Terrace priced from $697. University Edge Waco has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $745. Here are the most affordable Alta Vista apartments for rent in Waco, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Terrace | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $697 |
| University Edge Waco | Plan E | 4BR,4BA | $745 |
| Prime Properties Waco | 1Bed-1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Allen Place | Spacious Modern 2/2 Apartment at Allen Place - ... | 2BR,2BA | $1,100 |
| LUXE AT 1300 | Calico | 1BR,1BA | $1,127 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alta Vista, TX
As of February 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alta Vista area is the $1.12 price per square foot Spacious Renovated 3/2 at Allen Place - Walk to... Model at Allen Place in the in the South End neighborhood starting from $1,450. The second greatest value Alta Vista apartment is the C1 Wrangler Model at The Residence at CTM starting at $1,497 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Alta Vista neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Alta Vista apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allen Place | Spacious Renovated 3/2 at Allen Place - Walk to... | 3BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| The Residence at CTM | C1 Wrangler | 3BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| University Edge Waco | Plan B | 2BR,2BA | $0.82 |
| 1325 Bagby Ave | 1325 Bagby Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| Tuscany Ranch Apartments | 1 Bd 1 Bth w/ Fireplace | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Bend at New Road | 1 Bed 1 Bath (Fireplace Optional) | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| The Retreat at CTM | Mason (A1) | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| LUXE AT 1300 | Twill | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Prime Properties Waco | 1Bed-1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| South Terrace | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Alta Vista Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Alta Vista?
The cheapest apartment in Alta Vista is Prime Properties Waco which is listed at $850, while the average apartment in Alta Vista costs $3,300.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Alta Vista?
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 10 regular apartments in Alta Vista 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 Alta Vista?
Cheap apartments in Alta Vista have an average cost of $390 which is $2,910 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Alta Vista.
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