640 E Pipkin St
640 E Pipkin St,
Beaumont, TX 77705
$775 - $1,150 | 1-2 Beds
Lamar University is a rapidly-growing institution that distinguishes itself by its commitment to providing a well-rounded education to every student that passes through its halls. While many of the university’s academic facilities have earned high praise from national publications, the engineering program in particular is consistently ranked as one of the best in the country, specializing in training students to participate in Texas’ huge energy and chemical industries.
Lamar occupies a mostly residential corner of Beaumont, about four miles southeast of the city’s historic Downtown district. Apartments, condos, and rental houses within easy walking distance of the campus tend to be quite affordable, with many units available for under $700 per month.
For your off-hours, downtown is full of great things to do. Suga’s Deep South Cuisine and Jazz Club is a local favorite, serving up southern favorites like shrimp and grits, chicken and waffles, and Pecan Waffles with live music on the side. Houston is only about an hour away, putting all the attractions of America’s 4th-largest city at your fingertips.
As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Beaumont, TX is $714 for a studio, $908 for one bedroom, $1,117 for two bedrooms, and $1,426 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Beaumont has increased by 1.2% in the past year.
Studio
830 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$714/month
Average Rent
1 BR
672 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$908/month
Average Rent
2 BR
976 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,117/month
Average Rent
3 BR
1,170 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,426/month
Average Rent
Car-Dependent
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
Somewhat Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
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