Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South End Neighborhood of Waco, TX from $400 (13 Rentals)

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The Commodores
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Commodores

1326 S 11th StWaco, TX 76706
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The Belmont Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Belmont Lofts

625 S 5th StWaco, TX 76706
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South Terrace
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

South Terrace

2616 S 12th StWaco, TX 76706

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St. James Place
2 Bedroom Apartments

St. James Place

1226 James AveWaco, TX 76706
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19Eleven
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

19Eleven

1911 S 8th StWaco, TX 76706
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Behrens Lofts
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Behrens Lofts

219 S 4thWaco, TX 76701
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Bear Colony
2 Bedroom Apartments

Bear Colony

1925 S 12th StWaco, TX 76706

South End, Waco, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available South End Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South End area of Waco, TX is a 4 Beds unit found at LL Sams Apartments priced from $699. University Edge Waco has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $745. Here are the most affordable South End apartments for rent in Waco, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
LL Sams ApartmentsStandard Loft - 4 BDR, 2 BTH4BR,2BA$699
University Edge WacoPlan E4BR,4BA$745
The Enclave at the StadiumB12BR,2BA$952
Tinsley PlaceUnion 1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,035
The BruinA1-R1BR,1BA$1,075

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South End, TX

As of February 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the South End area is the $1.12 price per square foot Spacious Renovated 3/2 at Allen Place - Walk to... Model at Allen Place in the in the South End neighborhood starting from $1,450. The second greatest value South End apartment is the Plan B Model at University Edge Waco starting at $799 with a $0.82 price per square foot in the South End neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South End apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Allen PlaceSpacious Renovated 3/2 at Allen Place - Walk to...3BR,2BA$1.12
University Edge WacoPlan B2BR,2BA$0.82
RIVERCRESTB12BR,1BA$1.67
1325 Bagby Ave1325 Bagby Ave2BR,2BA$1.61
222 Clay Court1 Bedroom Third Floor-with Porch1BR,1BA$1.81
LL Sams ApartmentsStandard Loft - 1 BDR, 1 BTH1BR,1BA$2.03
Abbey Glenn ApartmentsA4F1BR,1BA$1.97
The BruinA1-R1BR,1BA$1.77
The Enclave at the StadiumA11BR,1BA$1.72
Franklin PlaceA11BR,1BA$2.04

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including South End, Waco, and the greater Waco area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South End Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in South End?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South End is under $1,388.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in South End?

The cheapest apartment in South End is The Enclave at the Stadium which is listed at $1,030, while the average apartment in South End costs $1,542.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in South End?

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 106 regular apartments in South End 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 South End?

Cheap apartments in South End have an average cost of $673 which is $869 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South End.

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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