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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Convenient location
  • Newly renovated apartment
  • Top-notch service
  • Award-winning management company

Location

401 Root Ave, Killeen, TX 76541, USA
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Management

MCG Homestead Rentals and Sales LLC

Leasing office

(254) 415-7480

Property Overview

401 Root Ave offers strong overall value with an 8.3/10 expert rating, highlighted by excellent scores for price, amenities, and location, plus a transparent listing and ample photos to set expectations. The renovated apartments feature quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances, complementing a walkable, transit-friendly area with plentiful dining, entertainment, and nearby parks. Pet-related services and on-site sustainability efforts further enhance everyday convenience and livability.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 401 Root Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 401 Root Ave 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
  • Dishwasher
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Eco living
  • Social life

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath675 sqft$875 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to our newly renovated 2 bedroom apartment in Killeen, TX! This modern space features stainless steel appliances and has been completely renovated throughout. Our award-winning management company is dedicated to providing top-notch service to all of our residents. Pets are welcome in our community, and we also accept housing vouchers. Additionally, water, sewer, and trash will be allocated. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to live in a beautifully updated apartment in a convenient location. Contact us today to schedule a tour!

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Amenities for 401 Root Ave

Appliances

DishwasherFridge
MicrowaveRange
RefrigeratorStainless Steel Appliances
Stove

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Services

Allocated Water, Sewer & TrashAward Winning Management Company
On-Site Management

Other

Housing Voucher Accepted
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
Limit1

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Building details

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About 401 Root Ave

HomeApartments in Killeen 401 Root Ave

Welcome to our newly renovated 2 bedroom apartment in Killeen, TX! This modern space features stainless steel appliances and has been completely renovated throughout. Our award-winning management company is dedicated to providing top-notch service to all of our residents. Pets are welcome in our community, and we also accept housing vouchers. Additionally, water, sewer, and trash will be allocated. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to live in a beautifully updated apartment in a convenient location. Contact us today to schedule a tour!


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 Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 401 Root Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 401 Root Ave 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 401 Root Ave
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.
401 Root Ave 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.
401 Root Ave goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including allocated water, sewer & trash. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 401 Root Ave 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.
401 Root Ave 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 401 Root Ave 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.
401 Root Ave 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.

401 Root Ave is great for:

Pet owners

  • 5 pet grooming services nearby
  • 7 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet hospital in the area

Eco living

  • Public transit available nearby
  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • On-site recycling or composting options
  • 2 parks within a mile

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 124 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 3 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby
  • The area has transit options

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 401 Root Ave compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

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Rent trends in Killeen

2-bedroom apartments at 401 Root Ave cost about 10% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Killeen.

Median rents as of May 9 2026.
Killeen
A table of studio rental data trends in Killeen
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$863
June 2024$845
July 2024$756
August 2024$535
September 2024$528
October 2024$531
November 2024$525
December 2024$525
January 2025$556
February 2025$537
March 2025$525
April 2025$525
May 2025$525
June 2025$525
July 2025$525
August 2025$525
September 2025$507
October 2025$525
November 2025$513
December 2025$504
January 2026$578
February 2026$560
March 2026$525
April 2026$537
May 2026$550

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Bedrooms

2 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 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $875.
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Schools near 401 Root Ave

EL143

1608 e rancier ave

killeen, TX, 76541

PK, K-5Public

EL142

1500 w central texas expwy

killeen, TX, 76549

PK, K-5Public

EL144

1801 s 2nd st

killeen, TX, 76541

PK, K-5Public

Fort Hood Head Start

48812 evans dr

fort hood, TX, 76544

PKPublic

EL145

5501 azura way

killeen, TX, 76549

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 Killeen near 401 Root Ave

Walking

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

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Points of interest for 401 Root Ave, Killeen

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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