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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Large walk-in closet
- Quiet little street
Location
601 S Nelson St, Amarillo, TX 79104, USA
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Property Overview
Nelson Street Apartments earns a strong overall rating, with standout scores for price, amenities, location, and trustworthiness. It also offers a large walk-in closet and sits on a quiet little street, while nearby pet care services and a top-rated middle school add to its appeal.
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Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 1 Bedroom | 1 bed | 1 bath | 487 sqft | $700 /mo | 2 units available | Nelson Street Apartments, your new home in the heart of Amarillo, TX. Our beautiful community offers a variety of spacious one apartment homes, designed with your comfort and convenience in mind. Located at 601 S Nelson, our apartments are ideally situated near some of the city's most popular attractions and services. Just blocks away from the Tri-State Fairgrounds. At Nelson Street Apartments, you'll enjoy fully equipped kitchens, spacious closets. Our community is also conveniently located near a variety of shopping, dining, and entertainment options, as well as major employers and transportation routes, making it the perfect place to call home. Come experience the best that Amarillo has to offer at Nelson Street Apartments. Schedule your tour today and discover your new home! Don't forget to ask about our specials |
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Amenities for Nelson Street Apartments
Apartment Amenities
| Mini-Split |
Appliances
| Range | Refrigerator |
| Stove |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
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
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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 Nelson Street Apartments
Nelson Street Apartments, your new home in the heart of Amarillo, TX. Our beautiful community offers a variety of spacious one apartment homes, designed with your comfort and convenience in mind. Located at 601 S Nelson, our apartments are ideally situated near some of the city's most popular attractions and services. Just blocks away from the Tri-State Fairgrounds. At Nelson Street Apartments, you'll enjoy fully equipped kitchens, spacious closets. Our community is also conveniently located near a variety of shopping, dining, and entertainment options, as well as major employers and transportation routes, making it the perfect place to call home. Come experience the best that Amarillo has to offer at Nelson Street Apartments. Schedule your tour today and discover your new home! Don't forget to ask about our specials
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.
8.6
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Nelson Street Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Nelson Street 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·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.
Nelson Street Apartments 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·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.
Nelson Street 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, Nelson Street 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.
Nelson Street 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 Nelson Street 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·8A 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 level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.
Reviews from the web
Showing 8 highest rated
Good place to live
Keaonia Gonzales
Oct 02, 2024
Best apartment I’ve ever stayed in, reliable management and good neighbors! I would recommend these apartments to everyone!
Jose Juarez
Mar 12, 2019
We’re sharing just 8 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.
Nelson Street 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 Nelson Street Apartments compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Amarillo
1-bedroom apartments at Nelson Street Apartments cost about 15% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Amarillo.
Median rents as of Aug 8 2026.
Amarillo
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $681 |
| September 2024 | $681 |
| October 2024 | $681 |
| November 2024 | $681 |
| December 2024 | $680 |
| January 2025 | $680 |
| February 2025 | $680 |
| March 2025 | $680 |
| April 2025 | $692 |
| May 2025 | $700 |
| June 2025 | $680 |
| July 2025 | $636 |
| August 2025 | $666 |
| September 2025 | $659 |
| October 2025 | $680 |
| November 2025 | $680 |
| December 2025 | $680 |
| January 2026 | $680 |
| February 2026 | $682 |
| March 2026 | $693 |
| April 2026 | $649 |
| May 2026 | $626 |
| June 2026 | $646 |
| July 2026 | $649 |
| August 2026 | $649 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 601 S Nelson St?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income
$28,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $28,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $700.
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Schools near Nelson Street Apartments
Sanborn Elementary School
700 s roberts
amarillo, TX, 79102
PK, K-5Public
B-
Heritage Hills Elementary
8200 crestline dr
amarillo, TX, 79119
PK, K-4Public
A-
Grandview-Hopkins Elementary School
11676 fm 293
groom, TX, 79039
PK, K-6Public
Spring Canyon Elementary
20 buckston dr
canyon, TX, 79015
PK, K-4Public
B+
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Neighborhood
Getting around Amarillo near 601 S Nelson St
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.
Cycling
4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 601 S Nelson St, Amarillo
Groceries
3/10
At least one supermarket within a 30-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
2/10
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
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Nightlife
2/10
Some bars within walking distance
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