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375 Rentals
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  13. Exceptional Value
    1 BED
    $918+
    2 BEDS
    $1,018+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$899 - $1,249
    Required Monthly Fees$19
    Total Monthly Price$918 - $1,043

    The Cove on 21st

    2425 S 21st St, Waco, TX 76706
    (254) 503-5813
  16. Exceptional Value
    1 BED
    $803+
    2 BEDS
    $918+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$795 - $910
    Required Monthly Fees$8
    Total Monthly Price$803 - $918

    The Meadows Apartments

    4300 Meyers Ln, Waco, TX 76705
    (254) 452-5256
  24. Building Photo - Elevate
    Good Value
    3 BEDS
    $659+
    4 BEDS
    $499+

    Elevate

    215 Washington Ave, Waco, TX 76701
  38. Building Photo - 608 N 30th St
    STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $650
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$650
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$650

    608 N 30th St

    608 N 30th St, Waco, TX 76707
  39. Building Photo - 628 N 36th St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $950
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$950
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$950

    628 N 36th St Unit 628 N 36th B

    628 N 36th St, Waco, TX 76710
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Living & Renting in Waco

Waco at a Glance

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$1,087
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Waco, TX Apartments for Rent

Waco stretches along the Brazos River in Central Texas, halfway between Dallas and Austin on Interstate 35. This city of about 147,000 made history as the birthplace of Dr Pepper in 1885 and continues to thrive as home to Baylor University. If you're searching for apartments for rent in Waco, you'll discover everything from student-friendly communities near campus to properties in family-friendly neighborhoods like Castle Heights and Woodway. One-bedroom apartments typically run around $1,022 per month-a solid deal compared to bigger Texas cities.

Renting in Waco means easy access to outdoor adventures and hometown attractions. Take a morning jog along the seven-mile Brazos Riverwalk or tackle the limestone cliffs and trails at 416-acre Cameron Park. Downtown pulses with energy around Magnolia Market at the Silos, while must-see spots include the Dr Pepper Museum, Waco Mammoth National Monument, and the beautifully restored Waco Hippodrome theater. Between Baylor University, local healthcare facilities, and manufacturing companies, the job market stays steady. Plus, with I-35 cutting right through town, you can zip to Austin or Dallas whenever the big-city mood strikes-making Waco an ideal home base for exploring Central Texas.

Why Waco?

  • The city is home to several unique museums including the Texas Sports Hall of Fame and Dr. Pepper Museum
  • The Waco Downtown Farmers Market is located along the river and features fresh produce and other vendors
  • Waco is a great option for commuters seeking affordability since its near several Fort Worth, Austin, and Dallas
  • The city is home to Waco Mammoth National Monument, a site with herds of mammoth fossils
  • Waco has a warm climate

Renting in Waco

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Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Waco

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  • Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
  • Downtown Waco 603 Sq Ft $1,231/mo

Education

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Midway High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
2,648 Students
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Bosqueville High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
218 Students
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Paul And Jane Meyer Public High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
211 Students
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Premier High School Of Waco

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
156 Students
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Tennyson Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
999 Students
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Tennyson Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
999 Students
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Bosqueville Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
161 Students
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China Spring Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
677 Students

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