Apartments for Rent in the Heart of Texas Neighborhood of Waco, TX (153 Rentals)

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Heart of Texas - One of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Waco

Named as one of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods to rent in Waco by our Local Expert for Texas, Rhonda R Fletcher. See how it ranks!

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property at 6300 Landmark Dr

$1,850

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$1,850
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$1,850

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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6300 Landmark Dr

WacoTX76710
property at 1601 N 17th St

$1,950

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$1,950
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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1601 N 17th St

WacoTX76707

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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Neighborhood & Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Master your search for the perfect apartment. Location is everything. Discover how to leverage community insights, public data, and personal visits to make a fully informed decision about where to rent.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

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Heart of Texas, Waco, TX Local Guide

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Learn the property manager's true secrets to a zero-deduction move-out. Use this step-by-step guide on documentation, cleaning, and lease-reading to reclaim your security deposit.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Tour smarter and choose with confidence. Get the essential 18 questions that reveal the truth about a rental property's maintenance, utilities, and safety.

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Top Neighborhoods to Rent Near Major Colleges and Universities in Waco

A Local Experts Guide to The Neighborhoods for Student Housing near Colleges and Universities in Waco. Find your perfect Waco apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeliving.com

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Heart Of Texas, Waco, TX

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Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website compares millions of points of data to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States, including Waco. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and convenient access to the outdoors, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Family-Friendly Rating

Do you have young children? Amongst all of the neighborhoods in Waco, Heart of Texas is known as one of our favorite submarkets for families, with a score of 3.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. Family Friendly communities provide resources like parks, picnic areas, recreation rooms, walking and biking trails, and more.

Pet Friendly Rating

Does your family raise dogs and cats? this part of Waco has a reputation as one of the A-list neighborhoods for families with pets, with a score of 3.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Heart of Texas

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Heart of Texas area of Waco, TX?

As of today, August 20, 2026, there are currently 153 available Heart of Texas apartments priced from $795 to $2,197, with an average monthly rent of $1,225.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Heart of Texas Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Heart of Texas ranges from $795 to $2,197 with an average monthly rent of $1,151.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Heart of Texas cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Heart of Texas range from $895 to $2,004. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,253.

How expensive are Heart of Texas Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 15 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Heart of Texas on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,359 to $1,630 - averaging $1,400 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Top Neighborhoods to Rent Near Major Colleges and Universities in Waco

Written by: Rhonda R Fletcher

Hi, I'm Rhonda, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Waco, Texas. Waco is a fun town (even for Longhorns). There are some great diners and beautiful landmarks.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.