
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Wharton, TX from $400 (49 Rentals)
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Briar Pointe Apartments

607 Reed Ave

526 Wilkes St

3117 CR 166

1301 Kingston Dr

Red River Place Apartments

Mill Creek Apartments

Sweetwater Apartments
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Oak Haven Apartments

River Bend Apartments

2500 Jr College Blvd

521 W Caney St

422 W Burleson St

1215 Kingston Dr

1225 Kingston Dr

212 N Resident St

613 Harrison Ln
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Shadow Bay Apartments

Meadow Chase

Huntington at Richmond

Palm Village

New Haven Apartments

Nichols Square Apartments

Lantana Apartments

Greenbriar Apartment Homes

Victoria Garden Apartments
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Carriage Glen Apartments

Brazosview Terrace Apartments

The Wildwood Apartments

Brazos Ranch

Bayou Bend Apartments

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Brittany Square

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Fairway at Town Center

Springs at Summer Park

The Waterford at Summer Park
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Dolce Living

Villas at River Park West

Briarstone

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Broadstone Cross Creek Ranch

Residences at River Park West

3101 Place Apartments

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Ryon

1719 6th Street Apartments

13626 Collins St
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208 Ave A

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Thompson Square Apartments

1423 S Prosperity St
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 | $873 | $499 | $1,307 |
| Cheap Wharton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,328 | $530 | $2,416 |
| Cheap Wharton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,608 | $645 | $5,515 |
| Cheap Wharton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,944 | $1,018 | $5,800 |
| Cheap Wharton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,571 | $2,479 | $2,595 |
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Cheapest Available Wharton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Wharton, TX is a Studio unit found at Shadow Bay Apartments in the Downtown District neighborhood priced from $499. Palm Village in the Downtown District neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $549. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Wharton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shadow Bay Apartments | EFF | Studio,1BA | $499 |
| Palm Village | PV A1 & A2 - Studio | 1BR,1BA | $549 |
| New Haven Apartments | 1x1 501 SF | 1BR,1BA | $569 |
| Nichols Square Apartments | 1A - Brazos | 1BR,1BA | $594 |
| Briar Pointe Apartments | Baptisia | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| Lantana Apartments | SUNFLOWER | 2BR,1BA | $755 |
| Carriage Glen Apartments | A1 | Studio,1BA | $879 |
| Brazosview Terrace Apartments | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $920 |
| The Wildwood Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Brazos Ranch | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,018 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wharton, TX
As of July 05, 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 3A - Matagorda Model at Nichols Square Apartments starting at $1,154 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the Downtown District neighborhood. 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 |
| Nichols Square Apartments | 3A - Matagorda | 3BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Dolce Living | VERONA 1 BED / 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Greenbriar Apartment Homes | 2Bp2L | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Lantana Apartments | SUNFLOWER | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.89 |
| New Haven Apartments | 2x1 795 SF | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Fairway at Town Center | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Briar Pointe Apartments | Peony | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Shadow Bay Apartments | 1/1.0 | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Palm Village | PV A1 & A2 - Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
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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 Shadow Bay Apartments listed at $499.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Wharton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Wharton Apartment is $549 at Palm Village.
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 $645 at Nichols Square Apartments.
What is the most affordable Wharton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Wharton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at New Haven Apartments and starts from $1,018.
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