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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 The Gables of McKinney in the McKinney Greens neighborhood priced from $905. Parkside at Craig Ranch Apartments in the Twin Creeks neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $916. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Allen apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Gables of McKinney1A Renovation 21BR,1BA$905
Parkside at Craig Ranch ApartmentsCascadeStudio,1BA$916
Orion McKinney ApartmentsZenith w/ Carport IncludedStudio,1BA$936
Hunters GlenA11BR,1BA$954
Thornbury at Chase OaksA1-IR1BR,1BA$966
Plaza At Chase OaksThe Avalon1BR,1BA$999
Lakes of EldoradoVista1BR,1BA$999
Magnolia RanchA1G1BR,1BA$999
Opal Legacy CentralS1 ESSENTIAL LIVINGStudio,1BA$1,025
Aspire Mckinney RanchA11BR,1BA$1,032

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Allen, TX

As of November 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Allen area is the $1.35 price per square foot Ridgeview Villas - Pecos Model at Ridgeview Villas in the in the Twin Creeks neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value Allen apartment is the B4 Model at Hunters Glen starting at $2,004 with a $1.37 price per square foot in the Cross Creek 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.
Ridgeview VillasRidgeview Villas - Pecos3BR,2.5BA$1.35
Hunters GlenB41BR,1BA$1.37
The Adley Craig Ranch ApartmentsC43BR,2BA$1.46
Aspire Mckinney RanchB1A2BR,2BA$1.48
23Hundred at RidgeviewB2C2BR,2BA$1.46
1701 at EldoradoB12BR,2BA$1.24
MAA Times SquareCentral Park1BR,1BA$1.45
The Atlantic McKinney RanchA1A1BR,1BA$1.29
Plaza At Chase OaksThe Avalon1BR,1BA$1.29
Soho ParkwayAloe1BR,1BA$1.41

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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. "

Allen, TX
Population: 103,383

Ranked #301

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Allen, TX

Ranked #22

Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Allen, TX

Walk Score®

49 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

55 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
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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 Parkside at Craig Ranch Apartments listed at $916.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Allen Apartment is $905 at The Gables of McKinney.

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 $1,122 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 Aspire Mckinney Ranch and starts from $1,629.

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