Apartments for Rent in Harker Heights, TX
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Prices and availability in Harker Heights, TX were last updated on 17 Nov 2025.
The best apartments in Harker Heights, TX are: The Laramie at Indian Trail, 422 E Robin Lane, 820 Cedar Ridge Dr, 1423 Hopi Trail, Unit B and 1613 Ute Trail, Unit A.
The average rent in Harker Heights, TX is $1,079.
The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Harker Heights, TX is between $850 and $1,350.
The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Harker Heights, TX is between $1,195 and $2,145.
In Harker Heights, 38% of the residents are renting compared to 62% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 4% of Harker Heights’s rentals, 55% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 35% are single-family rentals.
The average age of rental buildings in Harker Heights is 33 years old, with 21% being newer apartment buildings completed since 2000. The average height of apartment buildings in the city is 3 stories, of which all are garden-style apartment communities, none are mid-sized buildings, and none are high-rises. These characteristics describe large-scale apartment communities of 50 apartments or more.
Studio apartments in Harker Heights are around 0% of rentals, while 1-bedroom floor plans represent 59% of the total stock. For those in search of larger rentals, 2-bedroom floorplans make up 36% of all rentals. More generous apartments with 3 bedrooms or more are also available in this city for those in search of more space.
Harker Heights is the third-largest city in Bell County and part of the Killeen-Temple-Fort Hood metropolitan area. Surrounded by parks and greenery, Harker Heights attracts renters with its low cost of living; excellent school system; outdoor activities; and tight-knit, friendly community. Commonly called “Heights,” renters here enjoy a humid, subtropical climate. Winters are mild with temperature lows of 37°F, while summers are dry and hot with highs of 95°F. While there is moderate rainfall and no snow, Harker Heights renters should be wary of heat waves and tornado warnings in the area.
The areas around Interstate 14 have neighborhoods with tree-lined streets. Here, single-family homes for rent have three or four bedrooms and spacious layouts. However, rents here are higher, so if you’re searching for affordable apartments for rent in Harker Heights, look for one-bedroom rentals around U.S. Highway 190. The southern and southeastern parts of the city also have homes and rental apartments that are more affordable. There are also rentals located around Stillhouse Hollow Lake near parks for hiking, kayaking or mountain biking. Notably, renters may be subject to an application fee when applying for apartments in Harker Heights. Landlords are responsible for all repairs that will maintain the rental unit in a habitable state, while renters need to provide a security deposit to offset any damage caused to it during the lease period. The payment of utilities is agreed upon by both sides, but it’s usually the renter’s responsibility.
Most shopping venues in Harker Heights are located around Interstate 14. The main shopping hub in this area is Market Heights, which is home to several big-box stores, like Barnes & Noble, Old Navy, Maurice’s, and Ross Dress for Less, as well as grocery and department stores and chain restaurants. Market Heights and Stillhouse Plaza are other popular areas with brand stores and local shops. Meanwhile, renters do their grocery and home goods shopping in stores like Walmart, Walgreens, Sam’s Club, Target, Dollar General and the local H-E-B markets located along main thoroughfares. There are also small local shops and stores with international products.
Some neighborhoods have walkable and bike-friendly trails, but the city is still relatively limited in bike and pedestrian facilities. Because it’s located between two major thoroughfares, most renters rely on a car to get around. Interstate 14 and U.S. Highway 190 are the main arterial roads in the city. They run across the northern part of the city and connect commuting renters to surrounding cities. Otherwise, renters traveling via mass transit can use the HOP, a regional public transit system operated by Hill Country Transit District (HCTD). The system has several regular bus routes throughout the county, as well as special transit services for renters with disabilities. Ridesharing is also possible through Uber and Lyft. The closest airport with domestic flights is Killeen-Fort Hood Regional Airport, which is 24 miles away, while the nearest international airport is Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, located 83 miles away.
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