Apartments & Houses For Rent near Texas Tech

When To Search For Houses & Apartments In Lubbock

When you’re on the market for your very-first college house or apartment in Lubbock, you may not know where or when to start your TTU off-campus housing search. First, you’re in the right place to find a house or apartment at Texas Tech University - College Pads has over 175 different apartments and houses for rent in Lubbock to choose from. Second, most universities have a clear leasing cycle (a time-frame when students start searching), and Texas Tech is no different. The key to landing one of the houses or apartments in Lubbock, TX, is making sure you don’t wait until the end of the leasing cycle to start your search. 

So, when exactly is TTU’s leasing cycle? We did a bit of research and found that there is a huge spike in searches for apartments and houses for rent in Lubbock, TX in the spring semester. Specifically, we saw searches start to climb in January, with a huge peak in February. Regardless of if you’re looking for a house or apartment near Texas Tech, you should try to start your search before February - that way you’re not competing against thousands of other TTU students looking for their next rental.

Pro Tip: If you’re set on landing one of the houses for rent in Lubbock, start your search late in the Fall semester - there are almost two times as many apartments in Lubbock, TX than houses. So the competition can get pretty fierce. And if you want to land one of the houses in Tech Terrace, start your search even earlier than that. Tech Terrace houses are always the first to go.

How Much Do Houses & Apartments Near Texas Tech Cost?

Surprisingly, Lubbock rentals near Texas Tech are actually pretty affordable. Well, depending on what you’re looking for. If you absolutely have to live on your own and are considering living in one of the luxury apartment complexes, know that you’re going to be paying a pretty penny. Living solo is always going to be the most expensive living option available to you. 

If you’re trying to save a few hundred dollars every month, we’d recommend you link up with a few friends and rent a place together - the more people to split the cost of utilities and groceries, the cheaper it’ll be. To save even more money, try to find a place that includes heat, electric, water, and/or gas. The fewer utilities you need to pay for means you have more money for beer school supplies.

Here’s the breakdown of the average rent prices for off-campus housing at Texas Tech on College Pads:

How much do studio apartments near TTU cost?
The average rent for a studio apartment in Lubbock, TX is $800.

How much do 1 bedroom apartments near TTUcost?
The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Lubbock, TX is $919.

How much do 2 bedroom apartments near TTU cost?
The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Lubbock, TX is $604.

How much do 3 bedroom apartments near TTU cost?
The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Lubbock, TX is $491.

How much do 4 bedroom apartments near TTU cost?
The average rent for a 4 bedroom apartment in Lubbock, TX is $497.

How much do 5 bedroom apartments for rent in TTU cost?
While there will be some differences in price points depending on if you’re looking for a 5 or a 10 bedroom rental, the average rent for a 5+ bedroom apartment in Lubbock, TX is $537.

Life at Texas Tech

With almost 30,000 students, Texas Tech is a gigantic public university in Lubbock, Texas. The school is big on football, but with so many students there is a huge variety of interests and activities. Learn more about the school and neighborhoods of Lubbock Texas before zeroing in on your next apartment near Texas Tech today!

Dining & Bars

One thing that Texas Tech students like to do is head to a nearby eatery or bar for some food and drinks. There are several restaurants near campus where you can enjoy a good meal while taking advantage of student-friendly discounts. The Depot District and Broadway house are popular hot spots. Next time you need some grub or a pint near campus check out one of these places!

Restaurants

• Twisted Root Burger Co
• Torchy’s Tacos
• Italian Garden
• Caprock Cafe
• The Shack, BBQ

Bars

• Chimy’s
• Adolph’s Grill & Bar
• Lantern Tavern
• Gas Light
• Bar PM

Recreation & Outdoors

Floating down the lazy river and relaxing in the hot tub at the leisure pool in the rec center is a popular pastime for Texas Tech students. Beyond that, the rec center provides a place for students to work out, use the multiple sports courts, climb the rock wall, and join in on dozens of different club and intramural sports.

Students will often head to Palo Duro Canyon for a weekend getaway of hiking, biking, and camping.  Nearby Mackenzie park is a large park and has a golf course, amusement park, and jogging and horse riding areas along with an amphitheater.

Student Favorites Near TTU

The community surrounding Texas Tech is all about football, even when it’s not football season. Every Saturday you’ll find students decked out in their black and red gear screaming out “Raider Power” to root on their team. Be sure to join in on the fun and tailgate a game, or every game for that matter! Near campus, hanging out at the leisure pool in the rec center is pretty popular. It’s free to all students and there’s a lazy river, slides, and even a 25 person hot tub to relax in. It’s the perfect place to have some fun before or after classes!

If you’re a history buff then you’re in luck! Lubbock, TX is home to several museums and historical sites like the National Ranching Heritage, Buddy Holly Center, Silent Wings Museum and many more. If you’re an animal lover be sure to check out Prairie Dog Town. This spot houses the cute little prairie dogs where you can bring carrots and feed them. If you’re looking for a cool date spot or some Friday night plans check out the Stars & Stripes Drive-In theater.

Things To Do in Lubbock, TX

• Cheering on the Raiders at a football game
• Floating down the lazy river at the leisure pool
• Feeding the prairie dogs in Prairie Dog Town
• Catching a movie at the Stars & Stripes Drive-In