Cheap Apartments for Rent in Allen, TX from $500 (96 Rentals)

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Benton Pointe
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$1,145 - $1,947
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$1,078 - $1,880
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Benton Pointe

205 Benton DrAllen, TX 75013
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The Link at Twin Creeks
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$1,315 - $2,765
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$1,270 - $2,720
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The Link at Twin Creeks

729 Junction DrAllen, TX 75013
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Alta at The Farm
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$1,355 - $3,165
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$1,270 - $3,080
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Alta at The Farm

1287 Blue Tractor LnAllen, TX 75013
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Watterscape Urban Residential
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$1,356 - $2,940
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$1,251 - $2,835
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Watterscape Urban Residential

930 Ridgeview DrAllen, TX 75013
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Settler's Gate
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$1,367 - $2,186
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$1,311 - $2,130
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Settler's Gate

1420 W McDermott DrAllen, TX 75013
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Alta Magnolia
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$1,395 - $3,530
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$1,275 - $3,410
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Alta Magnolia

1245 Blue Tractor LaneAllen, TX 75013
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The Gables of McKinney
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$1,088 - $2,743
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$1,024 - $2,679
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The Gables of McKinney

1500 W Eldorado PkyMcKinney, TX 75069
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Hunters Glen
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$1,092 - $2,087
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Hunters Glen

6400 Independence PkyPlano, TX 75023
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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 Lakes of Eldorado in the McKinney Greens neighborhood priced from $899. Parkside at Craig Ranch Apartments in the Twin Creeks neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $941. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Allen apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lakes of EldoradoSilver1BR,1BA$899
Parkside at Craig Ranch ApartmentsCascadeStudio,1BA$941
The Gio ApartmentsA31BR,1BA$972
Orion McKinney ApartmentsZenith w/ Carport IncludedStudio,1BA$999
Plaza At Chase OaksThe Hampton2BR,2BA$999
Soho ParkwayAloe1BR,1BA$1,010
Ranch At RidgeviewBungalow1BR,1BA$1,034
Saxon WoodsA11BR,1BA$1,048
The Jove Apartment HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,050
The Jade at FriscoA11BR,1BA$1,056

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Allen, TX

As of March 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Allen area is the $1.44 price per square foot D1 Model at The Independence in the in the McKinney Greens neighborhood starting from $1,882. The second greatest value Allen apartment is the Three Bed / Two Bath Model at Cross Creek starting at $1,752 with a $1.37 price per square foot in the Twin Creeks 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 IndependenceD14BR,2BA$1.44
Cross CreekThree Bed / Two Bath3BR,2BA$1.37
The Atlantic McKinney RanchB2A2BR,2BA$1.33
301 GreenvilleB1 Premium2BR,2BA$1.39
MAA Times SquareMidtown1BR,1BA$1.50
Aspire Mckinney RanchA21BR,1BA$1.45
Plaza At Chase OaksThe Avalon1BR,1BA$1.29
Soho ParkwayAloe1BR,1BA$1.37
Mission Eagle PointeA11BR,1BA$1.55
Ranch At RidgeviewCottage1BR,1BA$1.50

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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 Parkside at Craig Ranch Apartments listed at $941.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Allen Apartment is $899 at Lakes of Eldorado.

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 $999 at Plaza 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 $1,359.

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