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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Off-street parking
  • Washer / dryer connections
  • Pet friendly community

Location

3000 S 1st St, Lufkin, TX 75901, USA
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Property Overview

Deer Cross achieves an impressive Zumper Expert Rating of 8.8, reflecting its exceptional balance of price and value with a perfect score of 10 for pricing and amenities. The property features notable benefits such as off-street parking, washer/dryer connections, and a pet-friendly community. Additionally, its prime location enhances accessibility to schools and public transport, making it ideal for social life, pet owners, and remote work opportunities.

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

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Deer Cross is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Deer Cross has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Fireplace
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Work-from-home
  • Social life

Floor plans

8121 bed1 bath495 sqft$739 /mo
2111 bed1 bath495 sqft$804 /mo
11231 bed1 bath694 sqft$886 /mo
10161 bed1 bath704 sqft$887 /mo
2241 bed1 bath694 sqft$909 /mo
10242 bed1 bath856 sqft$1,075 /mo
10202 bed1 bath856 sqft$1,075 /mo
9112 bed2 bath926 sqft$1,200 /mo
4232 bed2 bath926 sqft$1,200 /mo
7102 bed2 bath926 sqft$1,200 /mo
3232 bed2 bath926 sqft$1,265 /mo
9222 bed2 bath926 sqft$1,265 /mo
3172 bed2 bath926 sqft$1,265 /mo
7122 bed2 bath926 sqft$1,265 /mo
14112 bed2 bath1,105 sqft$1,360 /mo

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Amenities for Deer Cross

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningBalcony
BathtubCarpet
Ceiling FanFireplace
FreezerFurnished
Furnished Guest SuiteHeat: forced air
High CeilingsLiving Room
Walk-in Closet

Appliances

Central A/CDishwasher
High/Vaulted CeilingIn-Unit Laundry
MicrowaveRange/Oven
RefrigeratorWasher Dryer Connections

Tech

Cable ReadyHigh-Speed Internet

Building

Business CenterCats OK
ClubhouseControlled Access
Dogs OKFitness Center
Residents Lounge

Grounds

Off-Street ParkingStorage
Swimming Pool

Services

On-Site MaintenanceOn-Site Management
Online Community PortalPackage Service
Professional Onsite Management

Other

Online PaymentsShort Term Lease
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 built1986
Units167
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About Deer Cross

HomeApartments in Lufkin Deer Cross

Deer Cross is a Lufkin Apartment located at 3000 S 1st St. The property features 1 - 2 BR rental units available starting at $739. Amenities include Dogs Ok, Cats Ok, Pet Friendly Community, and Washer / Dryer Connections. Guest parking parking and Off-Street Parking parking available. Contact us for a showing.


Year Built: 1986

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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Deer Cross is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Deer Cross has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Deer Cross
Price·10A 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.
Deer Cross offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
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.
Deer Cross 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, furnished rental—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.
Deer Cross 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 Deer Cross 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.
Deer Cross 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.

Deer Cross is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Common areas for meetings or remote work

Social life

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

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 Deer Cross compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.4 mile away
Fireplace
Upgraded in-unit features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors
Package service
More secure storage for delivery
Pet friendly
This property allows pets
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

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

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Rent trends in Lufkin

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 7% lower than 1-bedrooms in Lufkin.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Deer Cross to be 1% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Lufkin.

Median rents as of Feb 21 2026.
Lufkin
A table of studio rental data trends in Lufkin
MonthMedian Rent
March 2025$751
April 2025$751
May 2025$732
June 2025$751
July 2025$773
August 2025$750
January 2026$300
February 2026$315

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$35,440/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $35,440 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $886.
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Schools near Deer Cross

Trout Primary School

1014 allendale dr

lufkin, TX, 75904

PK, K-2Public
B+

Brookhollow Elementary School

1009 live oak ln

lufkin, TX, 75904

3-5Public
C+

Lufkin Special Education Program

1806 martin luther king dr

lufkin, TX, 75904

PK, K-1Public
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Getting around Lufkin near 3000 S 1st St

Walking

3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

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

Points of interest for 3000 S 1st St, Lufkin

Groceries

6/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

5/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk

High schools

0/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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