
Cheap Homes for Rent in Waco, TX from $400 (22 Rentals)
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1048 Eagle Canyon Dr

4100 N 30th St

4008 Homan Ave

812 N 62nd St
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2701 Colonial Ave

2208 Sanger Ave

4203 Compton Ln

516 Lottie St
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2121 N 15th St

2417 N 22nd St

3308 N 24th St

1421 S 12th St

1411 S 11th St

3019 McFerrin Ave

2700 W Waco Dr
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115 Docs Run

3928 Homan Ave

1214 Baylor Ave

1206 Chestnut St
Waco, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Waco?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Waco 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,323 | $950 | $2,500 |
Waco 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,887 | $1,200 | $3,900 |
Waco 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,193 | $1,200 | $3,800 |
Waco 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,860 | $450 | $3,000 |
Waco 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,200 | $700 | $3,700 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Waco, TX
Pricing Updated: 06/25/2025Current apartment rentals in the Waco, TX area range in price from $599 to $4,316 with an overall median price of $1,599. The three Waco neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Brookview at $695, North End at $675, and North Waco at $675. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Waco Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Brookview | $1,199 | $695 | 42 |
North End | $1,225 | $675 | 85 |
North Waco | $1,225 | $675 | 83 |
Landon Branch | $1,384 | $675 | 132 |
Timbercrest | $1,399 | $599 | 65 |
Carver | $1,526 | $659 | 87 |
Oakwood | $1,535 | $599 | 150 |
Brook-Oaks | $1,549 | $675 | 86 |
East Riverside | $1,549 | $599 | 115 |
South End | $1,549 | $599 | 79 |
Cheapest Available Waco Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Waco, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at South Terrace in the South End neighborhood priced from $658. University Club Apartments in the Carver neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $699. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Waco apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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South Terrace | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $658 |
University Club Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
Brazos Park Apartments | B-1b1bm | 1BR,1BA | $749 |
Historic Lofts at Waco High | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Heritage Square | A | 1BR,1BA | $781 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waco, TX
As of June 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Waco area is the $1.19 price per square foot B Floor Plan Model at Cameron Heights in the in the Carver neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Waco apartment is the Townhome Model at MeadowPark starting at $1,250 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the West Waco neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Waco apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Cameron Heights | B Floor Plan | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.19 |
MeadowPark | Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.14 |
Brookside Apartments | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.10 |
The Bruin | B2 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.13 |
Legacy Ridge | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
The Cove on 21st | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
Historic Lofts at Waco High | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.94 |
The Edmond | The Baylor | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
South Terrace | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
University Club Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Waco
What type of rentals are currently available in Waco?
There are currently 280 Apartments for Rent in Waco, TX with pricing that ranges from $599 to $4,316. There are also 236 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Waco ranging from $450 to $3,900.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Waco?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Waco ranges from $450 to $3,900 with an average monthly rent of $1,709.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Waco?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Waco range from $700 to $4,316, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $3,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $675.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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.

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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Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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Written by: Marie Brown
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