
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Waco Neighborhood of Waco, TX from $400 (26 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Waco area of Waco.


Historic Lofts of Waco High

Barrons Branch II

Carriage House

Franklin Place

Abbey Glenn Apartments
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Tinsley Place

101 Elm

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Riverfront Lofts

222 Clay Court

804 N 10th St

300 Clay Ave
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The Madison
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The Bruin

18 Hundred Apartments

Summit at the Villages at Waco

820 Pecan Ave

909 N 10th St
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Downtown Waco, Waco, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Waco?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Waco Studio Apartments | $1,593 | $1,430 | $1,707 |
| Downtown Waco 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,299 | $529 | $3,395 |
| Downtown Waco 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,949 | $953 | $4,027 |
| Downtown Waco 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,546 | $659 | $3,051 |
| Downtown Waco 4 Bedroom Apartments | $552 | $499 | $589 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 26 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Waco Neighborhood of Waco, TX.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Waco Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Waco area of Waco, TX is a 3 Beds unit found at Elevate priced from $659. Historic Lofts of Waco High has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $941. Here are the most affordable Downtown Waco apartments for rent in Waco, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevate | C2 | 3BR,2BA | $659 |
| Historic Lofts of Waco High | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $941 |
| Barrons Branch II | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $953 |
| Carriage House | 672 sq ft 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| The Bruin | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,127 |
| Abbey Glenn Apartments | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Tinsley Place | Greenwich 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1,293 |
| 101 Elm | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| 300 Clay Ave | 1BD/1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| 222 Clay Court | 1 Bedroom Upstairs-with Porch | 1BR,1BA | $1,525 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Waco, TX
As of May 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Waco area is the $0.61 price per square foot C1 Model at Elevate in the in the Carver neighborhood starting from $669. The second greatest value Downtown Waco apartment is the B2-R Model at The Bruin starting at $1,140 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the South End neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Waco apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevate | C1 | 3BR,3BA | $0.61 |
| The Bruin | B2-R | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.17 |
| Barrons Branch II | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $0.98 |
| 101 Elm | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| 300 Clay Ave | 1BD/1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Historic Lofts of Waco High | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Tinsley Place | Greenwich 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| Abbey Glenn Apartments | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Carriage House | 672 sq ft 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| West Campus Lofts | P1 4 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Waco Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Waco?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Waco is Historic Lofts of Waco High which is listed at $941, while the average apartment in Downtown Waco costs $1,575.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Waco?
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 19 regular apartments in Downtown Waco 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 Waco?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Waco have an average cost of $504 which is $1,071 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Waco.
Expert Rental Resources
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