The Principal Apartments

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The Principal

401 N Carroll Ave
Dallas, TX 75246

Studio–2 Bedrooms
500–1,132Square Feet

About The Principal

The Principal Residences offer you the choice to bypass the ordinary and live in one of Dallas’ oldest landmark school buildings. Dating back to 1903, Davy Crockett Elementary is a part of Dallas history. Today, The Principal offers 52 discerning residents the chance to be a part of the evolution of Dallas history and live in a truly unique new home that is all ‘Class!’ Located close to downtown and its surrounding employment, residential, and entertainment districts, this Italian Renaissance-style icon is an historic icon that has stood the test of time as it has preserved the historic character of this remarkable community.

The Principal is located in the Old East Dallas Neighborhood and 75246 Zip code of Dallas, TX.

Unique Features and Amenities

14' Tall Windows
Abundant Light*
Across from Buckner Park
Custom Designer Cabinetry
Digital Lock & Key
Dog Washing Station!
Expansive Common Areas
Expansive Original Windows
Exposed Brick Accent Walls*
Exposed Ductwork
Grand Staircase Entrances*
Little Nooks*
Multi-Level Floorplans*
Original Accent Light Fixtures
Original Basketball Court Flooring*
Real Hardwood Floors Throughout
Silestone Counters
Storage Chambers Available

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Property Contact Info

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Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Studio
1 Bedrooms
2 Bedrooms

Studio
0 Bed 1 Bath
From $1,185
Studio, 1 Bath, 500-744 sq ft
Available Nov 15
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Property Map View Details
$1,185 November 15, 2025 1208 500 View Details Below
$1,437 February 21, 2026 1218 744 View Details Below
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Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
$1,185 - $1,437
Unit 1218 Gallery
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Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
$1,185 - $1,437
Apartment Unit: 1208Apartment Model: 0 Bed 1 BathStudio, 1 Bath, 500 sq ftAvailable November 15, 2025
Apartment Unit: 1218Apartment Model: 0 Bed 1 BathStudio, 1 Bath, 744 sq ftAvailable February 21, 2026
1 Bedroom
1 Bed 1 Bath
From $1,325
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 621-1132 sq ft
Available Now
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Property Map View Details
$1,999 Available Now 1202 1132 View Details Below
$1,325 Available Now 1006 621 View Details Below
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Unit 1202 Amenities and Features
Unique Features
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Model Price Range
$1,325 - $1,999
Unit 1006 Gallery
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Unit 1006 Amenities and Features
Unique Features
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Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
$1,325 - $1,999
Apartment Unit: 1202Apartment Model: 1 Bed 1 Bath1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 1132 sq ftAvailable Now
Apartment Unit: 1006Apartment Model: 1 Bed 1 Bath1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 621 sq ftAvailable Now
2 Bedrooms
2 Bed 1 Bath
$1,800
2 Beds, 1 Bath, 1112 sq ft
Available Now
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Property Map
$1,800 Available Now 1101 1112
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Price
$1,800
Apartment Unit: 1101Apartment Model: 2 Bed 1 Bath2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 1112 sq ftAvailable Now

Price	Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft	Property Map	View Details
$1,185	November 15, 2025	1208	500		View Details Below
$1,437	February 21, 2026	1218	744		View Details Below

Price	Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft	Property Map	View Details
$1,999	Available Now	1202	1132		View Details Below
$1,325	Available Now	1006	621		View Details Below

Price	Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft	Property Map
$1,800	Available Now	1101	1112

Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

Property Information

52 Units
3 Stories
Built in 1903

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Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

Required Fees

One-Time Move-In Fees

Due at Application
Application Fee Per Applicant$45

Pet Policy and Fees

Dogs

2 Pet Limit
$150 Fee
60 Lb Weight Limit

Restrictions: Breed Restrictions

Cats

2 Pet Limit
$150 Fee

Parking Info and Fees

Covered 1 Max, Assigned Parking $35/Mo
Surface Lot 1 Max

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Features and Amenities

Unique Amenities

14' Tall Windows
Abundant Light*
Across from Buckner Park
Custom Designer Cabinetry
Digital Lock & Key
Dog Washing Station!
Expansive Common Areas
Expansive Original Windows
Exposed Brick Accent Walls*
Exposed Ductwork
Grand Staircase Entrances*
Little Nooks*
Multi-Level Floorplans*
Original Accent Light Fixtures
Original Basketball Court Flooring*
Real Hardwood Floors Throughout
Silestone Counters
Storage Chambers Available

Living Area Features

Walk In Closets

Hours and Contact Info

Open Now

Currently Closed

By Appointment

Monday	By Appointment
Tuesday	By Appointment
Wednesday	By Appointment
Thursday	By Appointment
Friday	By Appointment
Saturday	By Appointment
Sunday	By Appointment

Getting Around

Walk Score®

77 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

74 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

60 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Scores provided by Walk Score.

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Renters Reviews and Ratings

4.0

3 Renters Reviews

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Under New Management
March 21, 2024
The Principal is now under new management! I am excited to see this beautiful historic community and it's residents get the attention to detail that it deserves. :)
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Love it!
September 8, 2022
I have loved my stay here. The property is beautiful, and the management company is amazing! Love Patti and Heather! They are such amazing managers!
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Dont get schooled.
March 2, 2019
Any issues you have go unheard. Paper thin walls. It’s like your living in your neighbors apartment having an actual conversation with them.
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Nearby Schools

North Dallas High School

Dallas Independent

3120 North Haskell Avenue

Public School - Grades 9-12 (1261 Students)

In Attendance Zone5 minute drive / 1.8 miles away

Ignacio Zaragoza Elementary School

Dallas Independent

4550 Worth Street

Public School - Grades PK-5 (292 Students)

In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.1 miles away

Alex W Spence Talented/Gifted Academy

Dallas Independent

4001 Capitol Avenue

Public School - Grades 6-8 (599 Students)

In Attendance Zone4 minute drive / 1.4 miles away

School data provided by GreatSchools.

Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Principal.

Big Box and Retail

Aldi

4120 Gaston Ave

1 minute drive / 0.43 miles away

Autozone

4909 Columbia Ave

1 minute drive / 0.55 miles away

Walgreens

1461 Robert B Cullum Blvd

3 minute drive / 1.11 miles away

Groceries

Aldi

4120 Gaston Ave

1 minute drive / 0.43 miles away

Save A Lot

3021 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd

3 minute drive / 1.26 miles away

Fiesta Mart

3230 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd

3 minute drive / 1.26 miles away

Parks and Recreation

Texas Stadium

2401 East Airport Freeway

19 minute drive / 9.16 miles away

The Principal has 1 park within 9.2 miles, including Texas Stadium.

The Principal has 5 shopping centers within 0.5 miles.

Rental Price Ranges in the Area

Bedroom	Average Rent	Cheapest Rent	Highest Rent
Dallas Studio Apartments	$1,376	$520	$7,541
Dallas 1 Bedroom Apartments	$1,502	$200	$10,000+
Dallas 2 Bedroom Apartments	$2,036	$200	$10,000+
Dallas 3 Bedroom Apartments	$2,843	$731	$10,000+
Dallas 4 Bedroom Apartments	$4,270	$1,035	$10,000+
Dallas 5 Bedroom Apartments	$9,347	$3,646	$10,000+