Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Heart of Texas Neighborhood of Waco, TX from $500 (46 Rentals)

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2417 N 22nd St

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Pecan Park
1 Bedroom Apartments

Pecan Park

1725 Sanger AveWaco, TX 76707
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Ambassador Residence
1 Bedroom Apartments

Ambassador Residence

508 N 38th StWaco, TX 76710
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Legacy Ridge
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Legacy Ridge

2506 Hilltop DrWaco, TX 76710

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Tennyson Arms
1 Bedroom Apartments

Tennyson Arms

5101 Tennyson DrWaco, TX 76710
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Tribeca
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Tribeca

4801 Sanger AveWaco, TX 76710
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The Midway
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Midway

416 Owen LnWaco, TX 76710

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Creole Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Creole Apartments

6601-6701 May DrWaco, TX 76710
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Heart of Texas, Waco, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available Heart of Texas Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Heart of Texas area of Waco, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Rambler Heights priced from $750. The Edmond has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable Heart of Texas apartments for rent in Waco, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Rambler Heights1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$750
The EdmondThe ArmstrongStudio,1BA$799
Sunrise PointeA11BR,1BA$840
Avila1 Bed, 1 Bath (80% Income Restricted)1BR,1BA$849
Sandstone1 Bed, 1 Bath A (80% Income Restricted)1BR,1BA$859
Brookview Hills1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$909
Westwood Villa Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$915
Woodhollow ApartmentsA1-P 1x11BR,1BA$935
Madeira ApartmentsA1 1x11BR,1BA$945
TribecaOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Heart of Texas, TX

As of May 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Heart of Texas area is the $1.04 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Park Place Apartments in the in the Parkdale neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Heart of Texas apartment is the Townhome Model at Columbus Heights starting at $1,613 with a $1.41 price per square foot in the Downtown Waco neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Heart of Texas apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Park Place ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.04
Columbus HeightsTownhome2BR,2.5BA$1.41
Sunrise PointeB12BR,1BA$1.19
Westwood Villa Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.24
Brookview Hills1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.25
Highland Cove1 BR A 1BR,1BA$1.42
Rambler Heights1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.10
Three 44 ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1.58
Avila1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.43
The EdmondThe ArmstrongStudio ,1BA$1.52

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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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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Heart of Texas Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Heart of Texas?

The cheapest apartment in Heart of Texas is Rambler Heights which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in Heart of Texas costs $1,565.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Heart of Texas?

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 Heart of Texas 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 Heart of Texas?

Cheap apartments in Heart of Texas have an average cost of $396 which is $1,169 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Heart of Texas.

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.

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A Texas Local Experts Guide to 10 Top Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in Waco, TX

Written by: Rhonda R Fletcher

Hi, I'm Rhonda, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Waco, Texas. I've lived in Central Texas for over 25 years and have seen a lot of change and growth in the Waco area.

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

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.