
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Oakwood Neighborhood of Waco, TX from $500 (13 Rentals)
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221 Gurley Ln

1021 Elise Ave

Costa Esmeralda

Twenty Twenty Cottages

2528 S 3rd St
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South Terrace

19Eleven

224 Gurley Ln

The Centre

Allen Place

Red Oak Townhomes
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2005 S 8th
Oakwood, Waco, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Oakwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,145 | $849 | $1,451 |
| Oakwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $919 | $789 | $1,768 |
| Oakwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $969 | $685 | $1,900 |
| Oakwood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,162 | $745 | $2,150 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Oakwood Neighborhood of Waco, TX.
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Cheapest Available Oakwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Oakwood area of Waco, TX is a 4 Beds unit found at University Edge Waco priced from $745. Costa Esmeralda has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $902. Here are the most affordable Oakwood apartments for rent in Waco, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Edge Waco | Plan E | 4BR,4BA | $745 |
| Costa Esmeralda | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $902 |
| The Green at Waco | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,355 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakwood, TX
As of May 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oakwood area is the $0.82 price per square foot Plan B Model at University Edge Waco in the in the South End neighborhood starting from $799. The second greatest value Oakwood apartment is the A2 Model at The Green at Waco starting at $1,355 with a $1.98 price per square foot in the South End neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oakwood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Edge Waco | Plan B | 2BR,2BA | $0.82 |
| The Green at Waco | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| Costa Esmeralda | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oakwood Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Oakwood?
The cheapest apartment in Oakwood is Costa Esmeralda which is listed at $902, while the average apartment in Oakwood costs $1,127.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Oakwood?
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 12 regular apartments in Oakwood 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 Oakwood?
Cheap apartments in Oakwood have an average cost of $585 which is $542 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Oakwood.
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