The Smart Student's Guide to Splitting Rent Near Baylor
If you're a Baylor student looking for off-campus housing, you've probably noticed that sticker prices can be misleading. A $1,800 apartment sounds expensive — until you split it four ways and realize you're paying less per month than most people pay for a single dorm room.
The real question isn't "how much is rent?" It's "how much is rent per person?" Here's how the math works out at 19Eleven Apartments, and why the 4-bedroom might be the best-kept secret near campus.
The Per-Person Breakdown
Let's look at what each floor plan actually costs when you split with roommates:
1 Bedroom ($1,035–$1,250/month)
- Per person: $1,035–$1,250
- Best for: Students or young professionals who want their own space
- The trade-off: Maximum privacy, but you're covering the full cost solo
2 Bedroom ($1,295–$1,530/month)
- Per person: $648–$765
- Best for: Couples or two friends who want a solid balance of space and savings
- The perk: At 19Eleven, the 2-bedroom 2-bath gives each roommate their own bathroom
3 Bedroom ($1,425–$1,660/month)
- Per person: $475–$553
- Best for: Friend groups who want to keep costs low without cramming in
- The perk: 1,212–1,447 sq ft means everyone has real space to spread out
4 Bedroom ($1,750–$1,800/month)
- Per person: $438–$450
- Best for: Larger friend groups who want the absolute lowest cost per person
- The perk: At 1,596–1,640 sq ft, this is the largest layout at 19Eleven — and the cheapest per person by far
How It Compares to Dorms
Baylor's on-campus housing runs $2,850–$6,140 per semester, which works out to roughly $570–$1,228 per month. That's for a shared room with a communal bathroom, no kitchen, and no washer/dryer.
At 19Eleven, even the most expensive per-person option (a 2BR split two ways at $765) gives you a full loft-style apartment with a private kitchen, in-unit washer and dryer, and your own bathroom — for less than most dorm options.
The 4-bedroom at ~$450/person? That's less than half the cost of most dorm rooms. And you get 1,600 sq ft of loft-style living instead of a 150 sq ft cinderblock box.
The Hidden Cost Trap: Resort-Style Complexes
Those flashy resort-style apartments near Baylor advertise competitive rents, but the fine print tells a different story. Many tack on mandatory monthly fees:
- Technology packages: $50–$100+
- Premium parking: $50–$75
- Valet trash: $30–$50
- Amenity fees: $25–$50
- Utility caps with overage charges
By the time you add it all up, your "affordable" apartment costs $200–$400 more per month than advertised.
At 19Eleven, monthly fees are straightforward: $30 trash, $5 pest, $65 internet, and $35 facilities fee. That's $135 total — and you know exactly what you're paying before you sign. Check our FAQ for the full fee breakdown.
What You Get for Your Money
Every unit at 19Eleven is loft-style — that means high ceilings with exposed beams, polished concrete or carpet flooring, open floor plans, and a modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops. You also get:
- In-unit washer and dryer (no shared laundry rooms)
- Gated community with on-site parking
- Indoor swimming pool
- Sports court and bark park
- Study rooms and coffee bar
These aren't add-ons. They're included for every resident, whether you're in a 1-bedroom or a 4-bedroom.
The Bottom Line
The math speaks for itself. If you have a group of 3 or 4 friends, 19Eleven is one of the most affordable ways to live off-campus near Baylor — and you're not sacrificing quality to get there.
Ready to see it for yourself? Browse our floor plans or schedule a tour to check out the loft-style units in person.