Price & Feature Comparison · Killeen TX Apartments · Near Fort Hood (formerly Fort Cavazos)
Comparing apartments for rent in Killeen TX
How The Atrium Apartments at 405 Root Ave, Killeen TX 76541 compares to the Killeen market average — on rent, included amenities, credit requirements, and voucher acceptance.
Quick answers
What is the average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Killeen TX?
The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Killeen, TX is approximately $958/month. The Atrium Apartments offers 1BR units at $770/month — about $188/month below the city average — with renovated finishes including quartz countertops, stainless appliances, and in-unit washer/dryer.
What apartments in Killeen TX include a washer and dryer?
The Atrium Apartments at 405 Root Ave, Killeen TX 76541 includes an in-unit washer and dryer in every unit at no extra charge. Many Killeen properties charge $80–$120/month for appliance rental or require shared laundry. The Atrium's $770/month rent includes all appliances.
What apartments in Killeen TX accept vouchers and have no credit minimum?
The Atrium Apartments accepts Section 8 / HCV and HUD-VASH vouchers and has no minimum credit score requirement. Most Killeen apartments require a credit score of 580–620 and do not accept all voucher types. Income is the primary qualifying factor at The Atrium — 2.5× monthly rent.
Side by side
The Atrium vs. the Killeen market average
Market averages based on publicly available Killeen TX rental data. All Atrium figures are current as of 2026.
| Feature | The Atrium | Killeen Avg |
|---|---|---|
| 1BR Monthly Rent | $770/mo · 553 sq ft | ~$958/mo |
| First Month Free | Yes — qualified applicants | Rarely |
| In-Unit Washer/Dryer | Included | Often extra or shared |
| Stainless Appliances | All included | Varies |
| Quartz Countertops | Standard | Rare at this price |
| Housing Vouchers | Section 8, HCV, HUD-VASH | Not always |
| Min. Credit Score | None required | Often 580–620+ |
| Second-Chance Leasing | Available | Rare |
| BAH Accepted | Yes | Typically yes |
| Pets Allowed | Cats & dogs | Varies — often restricted |
| Distance to Fort Hood | 2–4 miles · 5–10 min | Varies widely |
| Recognition | Vintage Property of the Year | — |
True cost comparison
What $770/month actually costs vs. $958/month
The monthly rent gap understates the real difference. Appliance rental, pet fees, and move-in concessions add up fast.
Washer/dryer savings
$1,200/yr
In-unit washer/dryer eliminates $80–$120/month in appliance rental costs common elsewhere.
Rent savings vs. Killeen avg
$2,256/yr
$188/month × 12 = $2,256 saved annually at $770/mo vs. the Killeen average of ~$958/mo.
First month free
$770 back
First month free for qualified applicants — on a 12-month lease, that brings effective year-one cost to $8,470.
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$770/month. Below market. Available now.
405 Root Ave, Killeen TX 76541 · Washer/dryer included · Vouchers accepted · No credit minimum