Cheap Homes for Rent in Heart of Texas Neighborhood of Waco, TX from $600 (15 Rentals)

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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 The Edmond priced from $795. Legacy Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable Heart of Texas apartments for rent in Waco, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The EdmondThe Baylor1BR,1BA$795
Legacy Ridge1x11BR,1BA$895
Brookview Hills1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$900
Sandstone1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$921
Woodhollow ApartmentsA1-D 1X11BR,1BA$924

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Heart of Texas, TX

As of June 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Heart of Texas area is the $1.59 price per square foot 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at Tuscany Ranch Apartments in the in the Oakwood neighborhood starting from $1,359. The second greatest value Heart of Texas apartment is the 1x1 Model at Legacy Ridge starting at $895 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the North End 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.
Tuscany Ranch Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.59
Legacy Ridge1x11BR,1BA$1.05
The EdmondThe Baylor1BR,1BA$1.04
Azur2 Bed, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.51
Brookview Hills1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.23
2528 McFerrin Ave, Unit A2528 McFerrin Ave1BR,1BA$1.10
The Midway1x11BR,1BA$1.50
Highland Cove1 BR A 1BR,1BA$1.44
Three 44 ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1.58
Avila1 Bed, 1 Bath (80% Income Restricted)1BR,1BA$1.62

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Frequently Asked Questions about Heart of Texas

What type of rentals are currently available in Heart of Texas?

There are currently 74 Apartments for Rent in Heart of Texas, TX with pricing that ranges from $695 to $3,152. There are also 50 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Heart of Texas ranging from $625 to $3,900.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Heart of Texas?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Heart of Texas ranges from $625 to $3,900 with an average monthly rent of $1,647.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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

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