Cheap Apartments for Rent in Allen, TX from $600 (209 Rentals)

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Benton Pointe
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$1,112 - $1,943
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Benton Pointe

205 Benton DrAllen, TX 75013
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Theo Allen Gateway
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$1,199 - $3,940
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Theo Allen Gateway

2014 Southside BlvdAllen, TX 75013
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Settler's Gate
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$1,253 - $2,124
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Settler's Gate

1420 W McDermott DrAllen, TX 75013
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Alta at The Farm
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$1,355 - $2,505
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Alta at The Farm

1287 Blue Tractor LnAllen, TX 75013
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Alta Magnolia
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$1,362 - $3,339
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Alta Magnolia

1245 Blue Tractor LaneAllen, TX 75013
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Dove Hollow
$1,411 - $1,671
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Dove Hollow

540 E Bethany DrAllen, TX 75002
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Alleia Watters Creek
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$1,462 - $3,007
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Alleia Watters Creek

1165 Montgomery BlvdAllen, TX 75013
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Chaparral Townhomes

351 Chaparral RdAllen, TX 75002
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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 The Gio Apartments in the Plano neighborhood priced from $969. Thornbury at Chase Oaks in the Plano neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $980. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Allen apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Gio ApartmentsA31BR,1BA$969
Thornbury at Chase OaksA3-IR1BR,1BA$980
Magnolia RanchA1 Essential1BR,1BA$1,009
Springs At MckinneyStudio Grand OverlookStudio,1BA$1,010
Trails at CreeksideA21BR,1BA$1,015
Orion McKinney ApartmentsHalo w/ Carport Included1BR,1BA$1,036
The Gables of McKinney1A1BR,1BA$1,044
McKinney PointeA1A1BR,1BA$1,045
McKinney SquareA11BR,1BA$1,051
23Hundred at RidgeviewA1A1BR,1BA$1,052

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Allen, TX

As of July 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Allen area is the $1.26 price per square foot C2A Model at The Atlantic McKinney Ranch in the in the Twin Creeks neighborhood starting from $1,730. The second greatest value Allen apartment is the B1 Model at 1701 at Eldorado starting at $1,533 with a $1.41 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.
The Atlantic McKinney RanchC2A3BR,2BA$1.26
1701 at EldoradoB12BR,2BA$1.41
The IndependenceC13BR,2BA$1.46
Cross CreekTwo Bed / Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.26
Tuscany VillasThe Verona2BR,2BA$1.31
MAA Times SquareMidtown1BR,1BA$1.41
Grand TexanA21BR,1BA$1.36
Plaza At Chase OaksThe Avalon1BR,1BA$1.42
Hunters GlenA11BR,1BA$1.54
McKinney PointeA1A1BR,1BA$1.55

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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 Springs At Mckinney listed at $1,010.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Allen Apartment is $969 at The Gio Apartments.

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 $1,092 at Cross Creek.

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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