Cheap Apartments for Rent in Allen, TX from $500 (168 Rentals)

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Benton Pointe
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$1,116 - $2,067
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Benton Pointe

205 Benton DrAllen, TX 75013
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Alta at The Farm
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$1,235 - $3,165
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Alta at The Farm

1287 Blue Tractor LnAllen, TX 75013
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Alta Magnolia
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$1,259 - $3,530
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Alta Magnolia

1245 Blue Tractor LaneAllen, TX 75013
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Theo Allen Gateway
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$1,279 - $3,990
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Theo Allen Gateway

2014 Southside BlvdAllen, TX 75013
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Dove Hollow
$1,293 - $1,598
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Dove Hollow

540 E Bethany DrAllen, TX 75002
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Settler's Gate
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$1,311 - $2,006
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Settler's Gate

1420 W McDermott DrAllen, TX 75013
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Alleia Watters Creek
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$1,572 - $3,267
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Alleia Watters Creek

1165 Montgomery BlvdAllen, TX 75013
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property at 1614 Collin Dr

$1,840

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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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1614 Collin Dr

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Chaparral Townhomes
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Chaparral Townhomes

351 Chaparral RdAllen, TX 75002
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property at 302 Young Dr

$1,975

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302 Young Dr

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Allen, TX Local Guide

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Cheapest Available Allen Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Allen, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Cross Creek in the Twin Creeks neighborhood priced from $999. Ranch At Ridgeview in the Twin Creeks neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,002. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Allen apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cross CreekOne Bed / One Bath1BR,1BA$999
Ranch At RidgeviewBungalow1BR,1BA$1,002
Opal Legacy CentralS1 ESSENTIAL LIVINGStudio,1BA$1,015
Saxon WoodsA11BR,1BA$1,033
Trails at CreeksideA11BR,1BA$1,033
Thornbury at Chase OaksA3-IR1BR,1BA$1,036
Avalon at Chase OaksA2-IR1BR,1BA$1,037
Steeplechase ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1,039
Mission Eagle PointeA21BR,1BA$1,040
Magnolia RanchA11BR,1BA$1,044

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Allen, TX

As of May 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Allen area is the $1.43 price per square foot B1A Model at Aspire Mckinney Ranch in the in the Village Park neighborhood starting from $1,710. The second greatest value Allen apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bth 1196sf (1125 Net ) Model at El Lago starting at $1,726 with a $1.53 price per square foot in the McKinney Greens neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Allen apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Aspire Mckinney RanchB1A2BR,2BA$1.43
El Lago2 Bed 2 Bth 1196sf (1125 Net )2BR,2BA$1.53
MAA Times SquareMidtown1BR,1BA$1.45
Parmore PlanoB12BR,2BA$1.39
The Atlantic McKinney RanchA1A1BR,1BA$1.30
Plaza At Chase OaksThe Avalon1BR,1BA$1.42
Cross CreekOne Bed / One Bath1BR,1BA$1.31
Mission Eagle PointeA11BR,1BA$1.48
Steeplechase ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1.52
Ranch At RidgeviewBungalow1BR,1BA$1.53

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Allen Overview

Located in the northern suburb of Dallas is the affluent community of Allen, with a population of 94,179, according to the 2014 census. With its meticulous landscape and scenery, you will love the sights and sounds as well as living in one of our lovely apartments in Allen.

Why live in Allen, TX?

" Allen is a distinctive town, with more than 61 miles of paved hiking and biking trails. There are plenty of outdoor as well as indoor activities to keep people from being bored. In fact, Allen has received multiple awards from different landscaping enmities. It is a family-friendly region and the people who live here are professionals who have values and standards in regard to building a strong community. You will love the lush greenery and atmosphere of this beauty spot, when you live in one or our wonderful Allen apartments. "

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Allen Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Allen?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Allen is at Opal Legacy Central listed at $1,015.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Allen Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Allen Apartment is $999 at Cross Creek.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Allen Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Allen is starting from $1,191 at Thornbury at Chase Oaks.

What is the most affordable Allen Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Allen Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lakes of Eldorado and starts from $1,465.

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