
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Waco Neighborhood of Waco, TX from $400 (20 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Waco area of Waco.


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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 | $1,577 | $1,430 | $1,747 |
| Downtown Waco 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,279 | $529 | $3,435 |
| Downtown Waco 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,136 | $1,120 | $4,027 |
| Downtown Waco 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,185 | $659 | $3,214 |
| Downtown Waco 4 Bedroom Apartments | $545 | $499 | $589 |
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There are currently 20 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 1 Bed unit found at Barrons Branch II priced from $455. Elevate has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $659. Here are the most affordable Downtown Waco apartments for rent in Waco, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrons Branch II | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $455 |
| Elevate | C2 | 3BR,2BA | $659 |
| Historic Lofts of Waco High | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $941 |
| Carriage House | 672 sq ft 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| The Bruin | B5-R | 2BR,2BA | $1,169 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Waco, TX
As of July 16, 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 B3-R Model at The Bruin starting at $1,253 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 | B3-R | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.17 |
| Abbey Glenn Apartments | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| 300 Clay Ave | 1BD/1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 101 Elm | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| 222 Clay Court | 1 Bedroom Third Floor-with Porch | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| Historic Lofts of Waco High | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Barrons Branch II | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.61 |
| Franklin Place | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Carriage House | 672 sq ft 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
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 Barrons Branch II which is listed at $455, while the average apartment in Downtown Waco costs $1,825.
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 26 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 $534 which is $1,291 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Waco.
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