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5244 Encino Rd
5244 Encino Rd, Abilene, TX 79605
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Abilene, TX Apartments for Rent
Located in West Texas, Abilene serves as the commercial and cultural center for the surrounding 19-county region. The city's 125,000 residents enjoy affordable housing options, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $912 per month. Apartment communities are spread throughout neighborhoods near major employers including Dyess Air Force Base, Hendrick Health System, and the city's three universities - Abilene Christian University, Hardin-Simmons University, and McMurry University.
Downtown Abilene features restored historic buildings, local shops, and restaurants, while the Cultural District houses attractions like The Grace Museum, housed in a beautifully preserved 1909 hotel. The Paramount Theatre, a restored 1930s movie palace, hosts films and performances throughout the year. Families appreciate the 16-acre Abilene Zoo in Nelson Park, home to more than 1,000 animals.
Located along Interstate 20, Abilene offers easy access to Fort Worth, 150 miles east. Residents enjoy the benefits of small-city living with shorter commute times and lower living costs compared to larger Texas metros. The West Texas climate brings hot summers and mild winters, with summer temperatures typically reaching the 90s.
Why Abilene?
- The annual West Texas Fair and Rodeo is a ten-day event held in Abilene.
- Universities include Texas State Technical College, McMurry University, and Abilene Christian University.
- The Paramount Theater opened in 1930 and is a prime example of Art Deco architecture.
- Dyess Air Force Base, which opened in 1942, is the area’s largest employer.
- The Center for Contemporary Arts hosts Artwalk, a free monthly event.
- The Abilene Zoo is the most visited attraction in the area and includes over 500 animals.
Renting in Abilene
Average Rental Rates and Apartment Sizes
- Apartment Type Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- Studio 467 Sq Ft $785 / mo
- 1 Bedroom 656 Sq Ft $944 / mo
- 2 Bedrooms 964 Sq Ft $1,145 / mo
- 3 Bedrooms 1,190 Sq Ft $1,382 / mo
- 4 Bedrooms 1,300 Sq Ft $1,467 / mo
Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Abilene
(For 1 bedroom apartments)- Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- Downtown Abilene 791 Sq Ft $742/mo
- River Oaks-Brookhollow 674 Sq Ft $866/mo
- Radford Hills 568 Sq Ft $890/mo
- North Abilene 590 Sq Ft $1,139/mo
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