
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Heart of Texas Neighborhood of Waco, TX from $500 (17 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Heart of Texas area of Waco.


3813 Windsor Ave
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2400 Washington Ave

The Edmond

Sunrise Pointe
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1505 N 25th St

4008 Homan Ave
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2208 Sanger Ave
Heart of Texas, Waco, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Heart of Texas?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heart of Texas Studio Apartments | $799 | $799 | $799 |
| Heart of Texas 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,066 | $760 | $1,995 |
| Heart of Texas 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,262 | $695 | $2,250 |
| Heart of Texas 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,471 | $1,145 | $1,750 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Heart of Texas Neighborhood of Waco, TX.
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Cheapest Available Heart of Texas Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Heart of Texas area of Waco, TX is a Studio unit found at The Edmond priced from $799. Avila has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $853. Here are the most affordable Heart of Texas apartments for rent in Waco, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Edmond | The Armstrong | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| Avila | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $853 |
| Madeira Apartments | Matador | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
| Sandstone | 1 Bed, 1 Bath (80% Income Restricted) | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Tribeca | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Heart of Texas, TX
As of November 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Heart of Texas area is the $1.00 price per square foot 2 Bed Townhome Model at Park Place Apartments in the in the Parkdale neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Heart of Texas apartment is the 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Townhome Model at Brookview Hills starting at $1,209 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the Parkdale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Heart of Texas apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Place Apartments | 2 Bed Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.00 |
| Brookview Hills | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Lake Air Green Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Highland Cove | 1 BR A | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Three 44 Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Avila | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Azur | 1 Bed, 1 Bath (60% Income Restricted) | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| The Edmond | The Armstrong | Studio ,1BA | $1.52 |
| 1725 Sanger Ave, Unit 4 | 1725 Sanger Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| 2603 N 21st St, Unit Garage apt | 2603 N 21st St | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHeart Of Texas, Waco, TX
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2.5Pet Friendly
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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 Avila which is listed at $853, while the average apartment in Heart of Texas costs $1,397.
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 4 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 $179 which is $1,218 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Heart of Texas.
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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.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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