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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • In-unit laundry
  • Covered parking
  • Pet friendly community

Location

8217 Avenue U, Lubbock, TX 79423, USA
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(806) 230-5185

Property Overview

The Preserve at Prairie Pointe receives a positive Zumper Expert Rating and has 19 photos, providing potential renters with a valuable visual overview of the property. Pros include a well-maintained environment that appeals to those seeking quality housing. Notable features further enhance its attractiveness to prospective residents.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, The Preserve at Prairie Pointe is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Preserve at Prairie Pointe has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Images Available
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

21021 bed1 bath646 sqft$845 /mo
52041 bed1 bath646 sqft$875 /mo
51021 bed1 bath646 sqft$875 /mo
52051 bed1 bath646 sqft$875 /mo
62021 bed1 bath646 sqft$875 /mo
51041 bed1 bath646 sqft$875 /mo
51071 bed1 bath646 sqft$915 /mo
92021 bed1 bath774 sqft$1,015 /mo
101051 bed1 bath774 sqft$1,015 /mo
72061 bed1 bath774 sqft$1,040 /mo
52081 bed1 bath774 sqft$1,040 /mo
31011 bed1 bath774 sqft$1,040 /mo
51081 bed1 bath774 sqft$1,040 /mo
51011 bed1 bath774 sqft$1,065 /mo
82062 bed2 bath907 sqft$1,075 /mo
81082 bed2 bath907 sqft$1,100 /mo

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Amenities for The Preserve at Prairie Pointe

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningBalcony
Ceiling FanGated
High CeilingsLarge Closets
Vaulted CeilingWalk-in Closet

Appliances

DishwasherGarbage Disposal
IcemakerIn-Unit Laundry
MicrowaveRefrigerator

Building

CarportCats OK
ClubhouseDogs OK
Fitness CenterFree Weights Available
Onsite LaundryResidents Lounge
Roof DeckWheelchair Accessible

Grounds

Assigned ParkingBBQ Area
CourtyardOutdoor Space
Pet-Friendly CommunitySwimming Pool

Services

On-Site Maintenance
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Year built2004
Units181
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About The Preserve at Prairie Pointe

HomeApartments in Lubbock The Preserve at Prairie Pointe

The Preserve at Prairie Pointe is a Lubbock Apartment located at 8217 Avenue U. The property features 1 - 2 BR rental units available starting at $845. Amenities include Dogs Ok, Cats Ok, Pet Friendly Community, and In-Unit Laundry. Covered Parking parking available. Contact us for a showing.


Year Built: 2004

Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, The Preserve at Prairie Pointe is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Preserve at Prairie Pointe has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated The Preserve at Prairie Pointe
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
The Preserve at Prairie Pointe stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
The Preserve at Prairie Pointe stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
The Preserve at Prairie Pointe is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While The Preserve at Prairie Pointe does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The Preserve at Prairie Pointe provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

The Preserve at Prairie Pointe is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • Community gathering spaces on-site (lounges, rooftops, etc.)
  • This community has public spaces on site, like fitness centers or pools
  • A bustling neighborhood

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How The Preserve at Prairie Pointe compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 64 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors
Pet friendly
This property allows pets
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away

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Rent trends in Lubbock

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 32% higher than 1-bedrooms in Lubbock.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at The Preserve at Prairie Pointe to be 14% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Lubbock.

Median rents as of Feb 7 2026.
Lubbock
A table of studio rental data trends in Lubbock
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$605
March 2024$632
April 2024$663
May 2024$693
June 2024$691
July 2024$688
August 2024$642
September 2024$716
October 2024$706
November 2024$712
December 2024$727
January 2025$707
February 2025$708
March 2025$709
April 2025$712
May 2025$663
June 2025$650
July 2025$622
August 2025$652
September 2025$616
October 2025$624
November 2025$630
December 2025$650
January 2026$678
February 2026$670

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$35,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $35,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $875.
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Schools near The Preserve at Prairie Pointe

Roy W. Roberts Elementary School

7901 ave p

lubbock, TX, 79423

PK, K-5Public
A-

Lubbock-Cooper East El

2727 134th st

lubbock, TX, 79423

PK, K-5Public
A-

Homebound

1628 19th st

lubbock, TX, 79401

PK, K-11Public

TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY K-12

3316 9th st

lubbock, TX, 79413

K-12Public
A-

CARMONA-HARRISON EL

1910 cesar e chavez dr

lubbock, TX, 79415

PK, K-5Public
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Lubbock near 8217 Avenue U

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Transit

1/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 8217 Avenue U, Lubbock

Groceries

4/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

1/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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