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Pet Friendly
Location
Lipes Boulevard, Corpus Christi, Texas 78413, United States|South Side
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Property Overview
Empire Apartments receives a favorable Zumper expert rating of 8.3, reflecting its attractiveness to renters. It features an impressive array of amenities and an ideal location, both rated 9 out of 10, contributing to an excellent price-to-value balance. With a focus on social life and pet friendliness, the property is conveniently situated near schools, restaurants, and public transit, while maintaining a solid trustworthiness rating of 7 out of 10, ensuring transparency for prospective renters.
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.
Things you’ll love
High school nearby- Middle school nearby
- More space
Great for
Pet owners
Social life
Floor plans
| 2BR/2.0BA | 2 bed | 2 bath | 1,250 sqft | $1,400–$1,500 /mo | 3 units available | 2 bed 2 bath 1st floor apartment | |
| 3BR/2.0BA | 3 bed | 2 bath | 1,360 sqft | $1,500–$1,700 /mo | 7 units available | 3 bed 2 bath 1st floor apartment |
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Amenities for Empire Apartments
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Electric Stove |
| Garbage Disposal | Range |
| Refrigerator |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Grounds
| Swimming Pool |
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
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Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 48 |
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About Empire Apartments
3 bed 2 bath 1st floor apartment
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.
8.3
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Empire Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Empire Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
Empire Apartments 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·9A 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.
Empire Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Empire Apartments receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Empire Apartments 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 Empire Apartments 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.
Empire Apartments 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.
Empire Apartments is great for:
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 Empire Apartments compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.1 mile away
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 330 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- More space
- The 3-bedroom is 53 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in South Side
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Empire Apartments to be 15% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in South Side.
3-bedroom apartments at Empire Apartments cost about 25% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in South Side.
Median rents as of Dec 13 2025.
South Side
Corpus Christi
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $1,198 |
| January 2024 | $1,161 |
| February 2024 | $1,032 |
| March 2024 | $1,174 |
| April 2024 | $1,210 |
| May 2024 | $1,349 |
| June 2024 | $1,191 |
| July 2024 | $834 |
| August 2024 | $794 |
| September 2024 | $784 |
| October 2024 | $664 |
| November 2024 | $677 |
| December 2024 | $801 |
| January 2025 | $810 |
| February 2025 | $779 |
| March 2025 | $776 |
| April 2025 | $769 |
| May 2025 | $795 |
| June 2025 | $787 |
| July 2025 | $779 |
| August 2025 | $812 |
| September 2025 | $802 |
| October 2025 | $803 |
| November 2025 | $829 |
| December 2025 | $851 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $1,675 |
| January 2024 | $1,762 |
| February 2024 | $2,200 |
| March 2024 | $2,330 |
| April 2024 | $2,075 |
| May 2024 | $1,592 |
| June 2024 | $1,420 |
| July 2024 | $893 |
| August 2024 | $774 |
| September 2024 | $747 |
| October 2024 | $664 |
| November 2024 | $638 |
| December 2024 | $678 |
| January 2025 | $693 |
| February 2025 | $750 |
| March 2025 | $750 |
| May 2025 | $925 |
| June 2025 | $925 |
| December 2025 | $814 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at Lipes Boulevard?
Bedrooms
Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$56,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $56,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,400.
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Schools near Empire Apartments
Faye Webb Elementary School
6953 boardwalk ave
corpus christi, TX, 78414
PK, K-5Public
B+
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Neighborhood
South Side | Corpus Christi, TX
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Corpus Christi near Lipes Boulevard
Walking
4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Transit
4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for Lipes Boulevard, Corpus Christi
Groceries
7/10
The nearest general grocery store is within a 10-minute walk, and there are also a few specialist food stores nearby.
Shopping
4/10
Some fashion stores are within walking distance.
Cafes
4/10
The closest café is within a 15-minute walk, and there are a few other cafés within walking distance.
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants are within walking distance.
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk.
High schools
10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk.
Nightlife
1/10
Few bars are within walking distance.
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