
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Amherst, TX from $300 (16 Rentals)
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Amherst, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Amherst?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Amherst Studio Apartments | $652 | $610 | $715 |
Amherst 1 Bedroom Apartments | $861 | $580 | $2,000 |
Amherst 2 Bedroom Apartments | $960 | $540 | $2,000 |
Amherst 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,218 | $450 | $2,199 |
Amherst 4 Bedroom Apartments | $870 | $370 | $1,700 |
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Cheapest Available Amherst Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Amherst, TX is a Studio unit found at Somerset Apartments in the Northridge neighborhood priced from $610. Indiana Village in the North Lubbock neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $625. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Amherst apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Somerset Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $610 |
Indiana Village | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
Oak Creek Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $640 |
Meridian Park Apartments | A1 | Studio,1BA | $649 |
University Square | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Amherst, TX and Nearby
As of May 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Amherst area is the $0.95 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Duplex **STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES**... Model at Dimora Village in the in the Northridge neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Amherst apartment is the 4.2 Model at Cantibury Pointe Apartments starting at $1,234 with a $0.90 price per square foot in the North Lubbock neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Amherst apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Dimora Village | 3 Bedroom Duplex **STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES**... | 3BR,3BA | $0.95 |
Cantibury Pointe Apartments | 4.2 | 4BR,2BA | $0.90 |
Cameron Court | Four Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $0.95 |
Peppertree Inn | Peppertree Inn Apartments 2/1.3 | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
Westridge Apartments | Updated 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
The Landing at Pinewood Park | 1/1.01 | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
Canyon Apartments | A1RD | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
Chilton Village Apartments | 1X1 C | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
University Club Apartments | 1 BR, 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
University Square | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
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Getting Around Amherst, TX
Walk Score®
2 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
26 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Amherst Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Amherst Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Amherst Apartment is $625 at Indiana Village.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Amherst Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Amherst is starting from $680 at Oak Creek Apartments.
What is the most affordable Amherst Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Amherst Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cameron Court and starts from $894.
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