
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Wharton, TX from $400 (45 Rentals)
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806 E Emily Ave

607 Reed Ave

526 Wilkes St

Red River Place Apartments

Mill Creek Apartments

Sweetwater Apartments

Oak Haven Apartments

River Bend Apartments
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2500 Jr College Blvd

422 W Burleson St

1213 Kingston Dr

1215 Kingston Dr

1225 Kingston Dr

1219 Kingston Dr

613 Harrison Ln

212 N Resident St

Meadow Chase
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Shadow Bay Apartments

Huntington at Richmond

New Haven Apartments

Nichols Square Apartments

Lantana Apartments

Palm Village

Victoria Garden Apartments

Greenbriar Apartment Homes

Brazosview Terrace Apartments
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Carriage Glen Apartments

Bayou Bend Apartments

Brazos Ranch

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Brittany Square

Residences at River Park West

Springs at Summer Park

The Waterford at Summer Park

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Broadstone Cross Creek Ranch

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Fairway at Town Center
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Briarstone

3101 Place Apartments

Villas at River Park West

1719 6th Street Apartments

208 Ave A

Whispering Oaks Apartment Homes El Campo

Thompson Square Apartments

1423 S Prosperity St

907 E Jackson St
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Wharton, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Wharton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Wharton Studio Apartments | $893 | $485 | $1,295 |
| Cheap Wharton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,372 | $516 | $2,341 |
| Cheap Wharton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,647 | $699 | $6,621 |
| Cheap Wharton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,899 | $745 | $5,800 |
| Cheap Wharton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,583 | $2,519 | $2,625 |
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Cheapest Available Wharton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Wharton, TX is a Studio unit found at Meadow Chase in the Downtown District neighborhood priced from $485. Shadow Bay Apartments in the Downtown District neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $499. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Wharton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meadow Chase | E1A | Studio,1BA | $485 |
| Shadow Bay Apartments | EFF | Studio,1BA | $499 |
| New Haven Apartments | 1x1 501 SF | 1BR,1BA | $569 |
| Briar Pointe Apartments | Baptisia | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| Nichols Square Apartments | 1A - Brazos | 1BR,1BA | $612 |
| Palm Village | D1 & D2 - 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $749 |
| Lantana Apartments | SUNFLOWER | 2BR,1BA | $755 |
| Brazosview Terrace Apartments | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $920 |
| Bayou Bend Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,019 |
| Brazos Ranch | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,022 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wharton, TX
As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wharton area is the $1.28 price per square foot The Cypress Model at Oak Manor Villas Bay City in the in the Downtown District neighborhood starting from $1,352. The second greatest value Wharton apartment is the THp1 Model at Greenbriar Apartment Homes starting at $1,035 with a $1.02 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Wharton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Manor Villas Bay City | The Cypress | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Greenbriar Apartment Homes | THp1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.02 |
| Brittany Square | 2X2- 888sqft | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Lantana Apartments | SUNFLOWER | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.89 |
| Palm Village | C1 & C2 - 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| New Haven Apartments | 2x1 795 SF | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Briar Pointe Apartments | Peony | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Nichols Square Apartments | 1A - Brazos | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Shadow Bay Apartments | 1/1.0 | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Meadow Chase | E1A | Studio ,1BA | $1.21 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Wharton Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Wharton?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Wharton is at Meadow Chase listed at $485.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Wharton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Wharton Apartment is $569 at New Haven Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Wharton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Wharton is starting from $699 at Shadow Bay Apartments.
What is the most affordable Wharton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Wharton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Nichols Square Apartments and starts from $745.
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