Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South End Neighborhood of Waco, TX from $500 (20 Rentals)

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The Commodores
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Commodores

1326 S 11th StWaco, TX 76706

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South Terrace
1 to 2 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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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
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The Bruin
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Bruin

1300 S 11th StWaco, TX 76706
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The Belmont Lofts
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Belmont Lofts

625 S 5th StWaco, TX 76706
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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 1 Bed unit found at South Terrace priced from $658. URSA has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $920. Here are the most affordable South End apartments for rent in Waco, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
South Terrace1x11BR,1BA$658
URSA2BR/2BA - Flat - Pool View2BR,2BA$920
Tinsley PlaceUnion 1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,092
Abbey Glenn ApartmentsA51BR,1BA$1,100
The Enclave at the StadiumB12BR,2BA$1,103

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South End, TX

As of July 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the South End area is the $1.12 price per square foot 3 Bedrooms 2 Baths Model at 19Eleven in the in the South End neighborhood starting from $1,549. The second greatest value South End apartment is the 2/2 Model at The Centre starting at $1,299 with a $1.18 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.
19Eleven3 Bedrooms 2 Baths3BR,2BA$1.12
The Centre2/22BR,2BA$1.18
URSA1BR/2BA - with Den1BR,2BA$1.58
Abbey Glenn ApartmentsB1F2BR,1BA$1.66
The Enclave at the StadiumB12BR,2BA$1.38
RIVERCRESTA31BR,1BA$1.58
Riverfront LoftsA21BR,1BA$2.39
South Terrace1x11BR,1BA$1.07
Franklin PlaceA11BR,1BA$2.04
Tinsley PlaceFlatiron 1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2.27

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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 the price of a cheap apartment in South End?

The cheapest apartment in South End is South Terrace which is listed at $658, while the average apartment in South End costs $1,549.

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 30 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 $516 which is $1,033 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South End.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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