Cheap Apartments for Rent in Arlington, TX from $500 (406 Rentals)

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Cheapest Available Arlington Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Arlington, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Lofton Place in the East Fort Worth neighborhood priced from $695. Chula Vista Apartments in the Indian Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $699. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Arlington apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lofton PlaceA11BR,1BA$695
Chula Vista Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$699
Tides at EastchaseA21BR,1BA$701
The JonesS1Studio,1BA$740
ChaparralA11BR,1BA$750
The MadeleineA11BR,1BA$755
Crest CentreportC1BR,1BA$759
Crest OasisB1BR,1BA$789
Canyon GroveA21BR,1BA$790
Riverwalk TXA11BR,1BA$799

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arlington, TX

As of August 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Arlington area is the $1.17 price per square foot The Spruce Model at Shady Valley Square in the in the West Arlington neighborhood starting from $1,699. The second greatest value Arlington apartment is the 3x3 Model at Midtown Urban starting at $885 with a $0.74 price per square foot in the West Arlington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Arlington apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Shady Valley SquareThe Spruce3BR,2BA$1.17
Midtown Urban3x33BR,3BA$0.74
Elliot WindsprintB52BR,2BA$1.20
Parkland PointeBT60 2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,2BA$1.17
Apex ApartmentsC1R3BR,1.5BA$1.13
Stadium West ApartmentsA 988sf 2/22BR,2BA$1.21
The KimberlyB22BR,2BA$1.11
Gala at Oak CrestTwo bedroom patio 602BR,1BA$1.18
ChaparralA11BR,1BA$1.08
Lofton PlaceA11BR,1BA$1.16

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Arlington Overview

Considered a part of the thriving Mid-Cities region of Texas, Arlington apartments have grown in demand with each passing year. Offering easy access to the excitement and job markets of both Dallas and Fort Worth, this north Texas hot spot is well worth considering if you are planning a move.

Why live in Arlington, TX?

Offering convenience and affordability, Arlington apartments make a great alternative to the higher prices and crowded atmosphere of nearby Fort Worth or Dallas. Still close enough to make an easy commute to the job markets of those larger cities, apartments in Arlington boast the smaller city feel that so many Texas residents crave.

Arlington, TX
Population: 398,112

Ranked #48

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Arlington, TX

Ranked #8

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 Arlington, TX

Walk Score®

53 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

44 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Arlington Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Arlington?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Arlington is at The Jones listed at $740.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Arlington Apartment is $671 at Tides at Eastchase.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Arlington is starting from $825 at Chaparral.

What is the most affordable Arlington Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Arlington Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 101 Center and starts from $849.

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